Course Description:
Health Science Theory provides students with foundational knowledge of the healthcare industry, patient care, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, infection control, anatomy and physiology, and vital signs. Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully prepare for the National Health career Association (NHA) certification exams through classroom instruction, laboratory practice, simulations, clinical experiences, and certification review.
Year at a Glance
| Professionalism & Medical Terminology |
| OSHA • Infection Control • Safety |
| Anatomy & Physiology |
| Patient Care Skills |
| Mid-Year Skills Competencies |
| Phlebotomy Foundations |
| Venipuncture Skills |
| Specimen Processing |
| CPCT Comprehensive Review |
| NHA CPT & CPCT Practice Exams and Final Review |
Students will demonstrate competency in:
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Patient Safety
- Infection Control
- Vital Signs
- Documentation
- Phlebotomy Equipment
- Venipuncture
- Capillary Collection
- Specimen Handling
- Medical Law & Ethics
- HIPAA