Exploring Health Sciences A/B

Exploring Health Sciences focuses on exploring health science careers. In this course, students will explore various career options in health care, such as biotechnology research, health informatics, and therapeutic, support, and diagnostic services. They will learn about the educational qualifications and skills required for a career in health care. They will analyze the evolution of health care in the United States and how it has affected care. They will compare the different areas of health care such as primary care, mental health, public health, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Students will also discover the foundational health care skills that will help them be successful in a variety of health careers.

Lesson Activities, Unit Activities, and a Course Activity help students develop and apply durable skills such as presentation skills, creativity, and a growth mindset. A Course Project focuses on helping students develop additional durable skills such as collaboration, teamwork, and reliability. Videos and interactive content included in the lessons keep students engaged and make technical concepts easy to understand. The end-of-semester test helps students reinforce their understanding of key concepts.