Kings County Board of Education Approval April 6, 2011 California Department of Education Certification August 22, 2007 Kings Regional Occupational Program Course Information Course Title: Careers in Health Course #: 06CIH CDE #: 5006 CBEDS Title: Hospital/Community Health Service Occupations CBEDS No.: 4226 Industry Cluster: Health Science & Medical Technology Jobs Titles: 31-1012.00 Nurse Assistant 31-1011.00 Home Health Aide 29-2031.00 EKG Technician 31-2022.00 Physical Therapy Aide 29-2034.02 Radiologic Technicians 29-2041.00 EMT and Paramedic Pathway: Diagnostic Services Support Services 43-5081.03 Stock Clerks - Central Supply/Central Processing Worker 37-2011.00 Environmental Services Tech/Housekeeper 29-2071.00 Medical Records and Health Information Technician 31-9092.00 Medical Assistant Clinical, Laboratory 31-9091.00 Dental Assistant Course Description: This course is an introduction to careers in the health care field. In addition to the fundamental curriculum components, all students are required to observe and participate in a variety of settings including theory, classroom lab practice, and job shadowing. Careers in Health is offered to juniors and seniors in high school who are interested in careers in hospital occupations. Total Hours: 155 Classroom hours Textbook/Materials: Introductions to Health Occupations Today s Health Care Worker- 5th Edition, Prentice-Hall Inc., New Jersey, 2000 Recommended Prerequisites: Certification: Minimum grade of a C Academic credit: Avenal High School 10 units Articulation: Created: June 2007 Academic Standards Writing 9/10-2.5-6 Writing 11/12-2.5 Reading 9/10-1.1 Reading 9/10-2.6 Reading 11/12-1.2 Speaking 9/10-2.3 NumberSense 7-1.1+3+6 Meas&Geo 7-1.1+3 Biology 1.a-b Biology 2 Biology 9.a-i Biology 10+10.f Standard Alignment CTE Standards CTE HS&MT F3.1-2+6 CTE HS&MT F4.2+5 CTE HS&MT F6.3-5 CTE HS&MT F7.0 CTE HS&MT F8.1-3 CTE HS&MT F10.3-6 CTE DS B1.2 CTE DS B3.6 CTE SS D2.1 Job Readiness Skills (ELRs) - All 1144 W. Lacey Blvd., Hanford, CA 93230 ~ Tel: 559 589-7026 ~ FAX: 559 589-7007
Careers in Health Course Outline I. Orientation 1 hrs A. Demonstrate good writing and communication skills by effectively completing all appropriate forms in a timely manner B. Demonstrate an understanding of the classroom policies and procedures regarding 1. Rules: classroom, transportation, and community classroom 2. Policies: attendance, grading, time cards, and dress codes C. Demonstrate an understanding of required competencies for the classroom, community classroom, Certificate of Completion II. Introduction to Being a Health Care Worker 7 hrs A. Discuss the various health care delivery systems and the agencies CTE HS&MT F10.3 B. Identify the community health resources and services available CTE HS&MT F10.4 C. Understand how the various health needs of the patients are served through the various systems, agencies, and services CTE HS&MT F10.5 D. Practice good body mechanics and ergonomics CTE HS&MT F6.4 / CTE DS B3.6 E. Understand the rules and regulations of OSHA and the Centers for Disease Control CTE HS&MT F6.5 III. Finding The Right Occupation 10 hrs A. Select training in the health care industry that meets their own personal career goals CTE HS&MT F3.1 B. Identify the responsibilities and roles of the occupation, as well as the education and / or training needed. C. Understand the delivery systems and employment opportunities CTE HS&MT F3.2 Radiology Workers Pharmacy Workers Medical Records Worker Physical Therapy Workers Electrocardiography Workers Dental Workers Nursing Service Workers Medical Laboratory Workers Occupational Therapy Worker Respiratory Therapy/Respiratory Workers Emergency Medical Service Workers Administrative Support Service Workers Admitting Department Workers Unit Secretaries and Health Unit Coordinators Central Processing/Supply Workers Food Service Department Workers Hospital Cleaners (Housekeepers)/ Environmental Service Technicians IV. Medical Ethics and Law 4 hrs A. Understand their role and responsibility for the moral protection of themselves, the patient, their co-workers, and the facility where they work CTE HS&MT F 8.3 B. Discuss the necessity of strict adherence to professional ethics CTE HS&MT F8.2 C. Describe how to protect the right to privacy and the confidential nature of information gathered in the health care setting as required by HIPAA regulations CTE HS&MT F8.1 D. Understand the legal requirements of a health care worker E. Define a mandated reporter V. Effective Communication 8 hrs A. Report and record identified complications Writing 9/10-2.6 B. Understand basic human needs and that communicating effectively are necessary to succeed as a health care worker C. Discuss the use of a computer for inputting information D. Demonstrate the use of a computer for researching information CTE HS&MT F4.2 VI. Medical Terminology 20 hrs A. Demonstrate proper use of word elements, terms and pronunciation Reading 9/10-1.1/ Reading 11/12-1.2 B. Utilize correct medical abbreviations Kings ROP Careers in Health Page 2
VII. Medical Math 20 hrs A. Measure weight, length, liquid volume, using the metric system and convert other units of measure into metric units 1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers NumberSense 7-1.2 2. Calculate percentages of increase and decrease NumberSense 7-1.6 3. Convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals and convert percentages to fractions and fractions to percentages NumberSense 7-1.3 B. The 24-Hour Clock/ Military Time 1. Understand and interpret time in both 24-hour time and military time 2. Calculate time spans in time systems Meas&Geom 7-1.1 VIII. The Body and How It Functions 62 hrs A. Overview of the Body 1. Understand general anatomical reference terminology, anatomy, and physiology 2. Relate body systems to specific health care careers 3. Identify signs and symptoms of common diseases B. Cells 1. Demonstrate the parts of a cell Biology 1.a 2. Understand the effect of proteins as enzymes Biology 1.b 3. Differentiate between cell types 4. Discuss the flow of nutrients and oxygen to cells and the removal of wastes and toxins from the cell Biology 9.a C. Skeletal System D. Muscular System 1. Differentiate between the structures of the muscular system 2. Discuss voluntary and involuntary muscles 3. Understand the mechanism for when a muscle contracts and relaxes Biology 9.h E. Circulatory System 1. Understand the functions and classification of blood vessels 2. Discuss the blood pressure and resulting effects on the circulatory system 3. Understand blood as a transport system Biology 9.a F. Lymphatic System 1. Discuss the relationship between the lymphatic and circulatory systems 2. Understand the role of the lymphatic system in maintaining fluid balance 3. Describe the activity of lymphocytes and function of antibodies Biology 10.f G. Respiratory System 1. Identify the functions and structures of the respiratory system 2. Understand the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide Biology 9.a 3. Describe the effect of respiratory rate on the body H. Digestive System 1. Identify the functions and structures within the digestive system 2. Understand the role of enzymes, stomach acid and bile Biology 9.f I. Urinary System 1. Identify the functions and structures of the urinary system Biology 9.g J. Glandular/Endocrine System 1. Understand the role of hormones as internal feedback mechanisms Biology 9.i 2. Discuss how the endocrine system regulates the condition of the body Biology 9.c K. Nervous System 1. Identify the functions and structures of the nervous system Biology 9.d 2. Demonstrate how the nervous system relays communications throughout Biology 9.b the body. 3. Differentiate between neurons and their functions Biology 9.e L. Reproductive System 1. Identify the the functions and structures of the reproductive system Kings ROP Careers in Health Page 3
2. Understand the role of DNA and chromosomes in genetic makeup Biology 2 3. Diagram the inheritance of dominant and recessive genes 4. Discuss the encoding of RNA M. Integumentary/Immune System Biology 10 1. Discuss the role of the skin in providing protection for the body 2. Identify the different types of white blood cells 3. Understand the role of antibodies IX. Nutrition 3 hrs A. Identify the essential nutritional elements in a well balanced diet B. Analyze the appropriate additions or deletions to balance the nutritional intake C. Understand the fundamentals of nutrition and fitness for health maintenance X. Vital Signs, CPR, First Aid 20 hrs A. Take temperature, pulse, and respiration B. Obtain an accurate blood pressure CTE HS&MT F4.5 C. Understand the principles of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Meas&Geom 7-1.3 / CTE HS&MT F10.6 D. Demonstrate basic First Aid Reading 9/10-2.6 XI. Controlling Infection 4 hrs A. Identify how microorganisms are spread B. Demonstrate appropriate hand washing techniques CTE SS D2.1 C. Understand standard precautions CTE HS&MT F6.3 XII. Employability and Leadership 4 hrs A. Identify employment opportunities B. Create a resume and cover letter Writing 9/10-2.5/ CTE HS F3.6 C. Complete sample job applications Writing 11/12-2.5 D. Demonstrate successful practices for job interviewing Speaking 9/10-2.3 E. Understand how to terminate employment in a responsible manner Total hours Classroom 150 hrs Kings ROP Careers in Health Page 4
STANDARDS REFERENCE GUIDE Academic Standards Writing 9/10-2.5 Writing 9/10-2.6 Writing 11/12-2.5 Reading 9/10-1.1 Reading 11/12-1.2 Reading 9/10-2.6 Speaking 9/10-2.3 NumberSense 7-1.1 NumberSense 7-1.3 NumberSense 7-1.6 Meas&Geom 7-1.1 Meas&Geom 7-1.3 Biology 1.a Biology 1.b Biology 2 Biology 9.a Biology 9.b Biology 9.c Biology 9.d Biology 9.e Biology 9.f Biology 9.g Biology 9.h Biology 9.i Biology 10 Biology 10.f CTE HS&MT F3.1 CTE HS&MT F3.2 CTE HS&MT F3.6 CTE HS&MT F4.2 CTE HS&MT F4.5 CTE HS&MT F6.3 CTE HS&MT F6.4 CTE HS&MT F6.5 CTE HS&MT F7.0 CTE HS&MT F 8.1 CTE HS&MT F8.2 CTE HS&MT F8.3 CTE HS&MT F10.3 CTE HS&MT F10.4 CTE HS&MT F10.5 CTE HS&MT F10.6 CTE DS B1.2 CTE DS B3.6 CTE SS D2.1 Business letters Technical documents Job applications and resumes Word derivations Greek, Latin, Anglo-Saxon roots in scientific terminology Follow technical directions Interviewing techniques Rational numbers Convert between fractions, decimals and percentages Percentage of increase and decrease Compare weights, times, temperatures Measures expressed as rates Cells Enzymes in cells DNA Nutrients and waste removal in cells Nervous system communicates Feedback loops in nervous and endocrine systems Nervous system - neurons Types of neurons Digestive enzymes Kidneys Muscle contractions Hormones Immune responses Lymphocytes and phagocytes CTE Standards from Health Science and Medical Technology Attitudes and interests affect career plans Career opportunities, education, and training Job search and documents Technology to access, manipulate, produce information Interpret medical instrumentation Standard precautions and infection control Body mechanics and ergonomics Rules and regulations (OSHA and CDC) Responsibility Regulatory agencies Ethical and legal behavior within workplace standards Personal integrity and ethical behavior Systems-theory approach to health care Interconnected components of health care systems Interdependency of health care professionals CPR and first aid CTE Standards from Diagnostic Pathway Support Services Pathway Medical terminology Body mechanics Standard precautions and infection transmission Kings ROP Careers in Health Page 5