Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body.  This course follows a sequential development of the major body systems in an organized and structured curriculum.  The course is designed to give students a selective overview of human anatomical structure and an analysis of human physiological principles.  Labs will include slide work, dissection of various animals and studies of the human skeleton.  The course will also use computer simulated dissection.

Sports Injury Management/
Emergency Clinical Care

Emergency and Clinical Care is a course that describes how to respond to emergencies before medical help arrives.  The course is designed to give the student the knowledge of how to recognize and respond to an emergency.  The intent of the course is to help the student feel more comfortable in his/her ability to act appropriately in the event of an emergency.  Students are prepared to 1) obtain a patient medical history, 2) take and record vital signs relative to medical/dental treatment, and 3) acquire cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.  We have evaluated the American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies course materials and have found it to be presented at an appropriate level for our program’s teaching needs.  The materials include text, teacher’s resource guide, transparencies and videos.  It is published by Mosby Lifeline.

Dynamics of Health Care in Society

Dynamics of Health Care in Society is an orientation to health care and delivery, from an interdisciplinary perspective, with a focus on process skills to include critical thinking, ethical reasoning, effective communication, and self-directed learning abilities.  The professional competencies stress application to general issues and topics common to all health care providers.  Emphasis is placed on the role of the health care practitioner as both provider and consumer of health care services.

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology is the study of words that pertain to body systems, anatomy, physiology, medical processes and procedures and a variety of diseases.  It provides specialized language for the health care team, enabling health care workers to communicate in an accurate, articulate and concise manner.  This course is designed to give students a comprehensive knowledge of word construction, definition and use of terms related to all areas of medical science.  The course includes but is not limited to terms related to anatomy of the human body, functions of health and disease, and the use of language in processing medical/dental records and claim forms.  Included with the Medical Terminology curricula is additional information on various CD-ROMs available to supplement the current curricula or to use as a student-centered teaching tool.  The CD-ROMS offer an interactive modality of teaching which enhances learning.

Scientific Principles of Nutrition

Scientific principles of nutrition outlines the relationship of diet, lifestyle, and the prevention of disease.  An overview of the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, and minerals is provided.  Nutrition needs at various stages of the lifespan are stressed.  Applying the science of nutrition to your life including needs for fitness and physical activity, evaluating nutrition claims, food labeling, and other consumer concerns are emphasized.