CNA Instructor

65240 Fundamentals of Health Professions I - 1 Trimesters - PV-TEC 10 11 12
85240 Fundamentals of Health Professions I DC

This class fulfills the required health credit.
This is an exploratory course that provides the student with exposure and acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with a broad range of occupations relating to careers in health including job requirements and tasks performed. This course will assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals in the healthcare field. During this course students will learn medical terminology, first aid, basic human anatomy, physiology, patient care, medical confidentiality and legal terms. State CTE code 140010

35241 Fundamentals of Health Professions A - 2 Trimesters - HHS/PHS 10 11
85241 Fundamentals of Health Professions A DC

This class fulfills the required health credit.
This is an exploratory course that provides the student with exposure and acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with a broad range of occupations relating to careers in health including job requirements and tasks performed. This course will assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals in the healthcare field. During this course students will learn medical terminology, first aid, basic human anatomy, physiology, patient care, medical confidentiality and legal terms. State CTE code 140010
 

35251 Medical Terminology for Health Professions - 1 Trimester - HHS/PHS/ (DC) 10 11 12
85251 Medical Terminology for Health Professions DC
61251 Medical Terminology for Health Professions - 1 Trimester - PV-TEC
68251 Medical Terminology for Health Professions DC

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Health Professions

This course presents a study of medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols are included in the content. All body systems, anatomical reference, pharmacology, and medical specialties will be considered. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. State code 141540

35320 Mental Health Assistant - 1 Trimester 2-hour block - PV-TEC 11 12

Prerequisite: Medical Terminology for Health Professions; students MUST pass the required background check; students must provide proof of immunizations and TB skin test.

This course prepares students to assist with the care of persons requiring services in the specialized field of mental health/mental wellness. Students are prepared for entry level employment, and advanced study. The students will focus on mental well-being. This is an enrichment course. HOSA – Health Occupations Student Organization participation is encouraged. State CTE code 140990

35321 * Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - 1 Trimester 2-hour block - PV-TEC 11 12

Prerequisite: Mental Health Assistant; students MUST pass the required background check; students must provide proof of immunizations and TB skin test.

This program will prepare students to become CNA Certified and work in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living, and home health sites. Students will complete a minimum of 32 hours of on-the-job training and job exploration, and become more proficient in basic health care and clinical skills. The course is a two-period block. Students who successfully complete the course are required to take a manual skills assessment and a written exam for certification. CNA students are encouraged to participate in HOSA – Health Occupations Student Organization. State code 140510