ADVANCED HEALTH SCIENCES
Course#: 834527
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are strongly recommended
Locations: Chantilly, Falls Church, and West Potomac Academies
Advanced Health Sciences allows students to develop entry level skills and techniques to increase their knowledge base so that they may enter the health care field. Some of these skills and knowledge base areas include administrative and clinical medical assisting. Job shadowing experiences in physician offices are coordinated by the Health and Medical Sciences teacher. Field trips to a variety of health care settings may be available. NOCTI certification is available. Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit.
ANIMAL SCIENCE 1
Course#: 831027
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: two
Locations: Chantilly and Edison Academies
Students interested in studying animals and desiring experience in the care of a variety of animals will benefit from this course. The course is designed for students interested in a career in the animal health care field. Core curriculum includes animal anatomy, animal behavior, handling techniques, nutrition, disease pathology, sanitation, and disease control. Students gain hands-on experience working with laboratory animals. Students must purchase a lab apron for this course.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
ANIMAL SCIENCE 2
Course#: 831127
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Animal Science 1
Locations: Chantilly and Edison Academies
Course content progresses from Animal Science 1 and includes more in-depth instruction and skill training necessary for a variety of high-tech animal science employment opportunities. Students continue to work with laboratory animals and have the opportunity to observe or participate at selected animal care facilities, such as veterinary clinics and grooming facilities, throughout the community. Students must purchase a lab apron for this course.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
DENTAL CAREERS 1
Course#: 832827
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are recommended
Locations: Chantilly and West Potomac Academies
Dental Careers 1 is the first-level course of a two-year dental assisting program. The course content focuses on introducing all dental-related careers as well as competencies necessary to manage a dental office. The curriculum includes head and neck anatomy, infection control, tooth charting, and instrumentation. The dental skills relevant to the curriculum are practiced in a classroom dental clinic. Lab coats or scrubs must be purchased for this class.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
DENTAL CAREERS 2
Course#: 832927
Grades: 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Dental Careers 1
Locations: Chantilly and West Potomac Academies
During the second year of this course, students refine advanced skills and learn more about the management of the office as well as the dental specialties of oral surgery, orthodontics, and periodontics. Students are provided the opportunity to experience an internship while participating in patient care at local dental offices and to earn a Dental Radiography Certification. Lab coats or scrubs must be purchased for this class. Students must purchase liability insurance to participate in an internship.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
EXPLORING HEALTH SCIENCES and EXPLORING THE LANGUAGE OF MEDICINE
Course#: 830226 and 838326
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
Locations: Chantilly, Falls Church, and West Potomac Academies
EXPLORING HEALTH SCIENCES
This is part one (fall semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part two, Exploring the Language of Medicine for the spring semester. It introduces the student to health care careers and develops basic skills common to all health and medical sciences. It is recommended as the first course for other health and medical sciences courses. This course focuses on exploring health careers, communication skills, safety, first aid, and CPR.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma.
EXPLORING THE LANGUAGE OF MEDICINE
This is part two (spring semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part one, Exploring Health Sciences for the fall semester. This course builds on the foundations of the Exploring Health Sciences course. Exploring the Language of Medicine is designed to help students learn medical terminology. It is presented in logical order, beginning with each body system’s anatomy and physiology and progressing through pathology, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic interventions, and pharmacology. Concepts, terms and abbreviations are also presented to the students.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCES 1 and FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCES 2
Course#: 833326 and 833426
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are recommended
Locations: Falls Church Academy
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCES 1
This is part one (fall semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part two, Fire and Emergency Medical Sciences 2 for the spring semester. Fire and Emergency Medical Sciences prepares the student to enter the workforce or pursue further education in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire Science. The principles and practices of emergency response and fire fighting will be explored under the direct supervision of a certified EMT-B instructor. The curriculum consists of planned learning experiences in the classroom, laboratory, and faculty supervised clinical settings. Students will have the opportunity to observe and interact with a variety of patients experiencing varying degrees of injury or disease that are carefully selected to provide appropriate clinical learning experiences. As preparation, students will be provided with ample lab practice to fully prepare them for the clinical experience and minimize risks. During the course of study, students will have the opportunity to earn the following five certifications: American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B), and Hazardous Materials Response, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Offsite clinical lab opportunities at Northern Virginia Community College, Medical Education Center (NVCC MEC), and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Academy will be available to the students. Students must purchase uniforms and liability insurance to participate in clinical experiences.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCES 2
This is part two (spring semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part one, Fire and Emergency Medical Sciences 1 for the fall semester. Fire and Emergency Medical Sciences prepares the student to enter the workforce or pursue further education in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire Science. The principles and practices of emergency response and fire fighting will be explored under the direct supervision of a certified EMT-B instructor. The curriculum consists of planned learning experiences in the classroom, laboratory, and faculty supervised clinical settings. Students will have the opportunity to observe and interact with a variety of patients experiencing varying degrees of injury or disease that are carefully selected to provide appropriate clinical learning experiences. As preparation, students will be provided with ample lab practice to fully prepare them for the clinical experience and minimize risks. During the course of study, students will have the opportunity to earn the following five certifications: American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B), and Hazardous Materials Response, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Offsite clinical lab opportunities at Northern Virginia Community College, Medical Education Center (NVCC MEC), and Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Academy will be available to the students. Students must purchase uniforms and liability insurance to participate in clinical experiences.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 1 and PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 2
Course#: 830526 and 830626
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are recommended
Locations: Chantilly, Falls Church and West Potomac Academies
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 1
This is part one (fall semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part two, Pharmacy Technician 2 for the spring semester. The Pharmacy Technician course incorporates both classroom and clinical pharmacy experiences. The student will be given the opportunity to meet state pharmacy technician competencies as well as be exposed to the larger arena of pharmacy careers. The course fulfills the requirements enabling the student to earn two certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board and the Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 2
This is part two (spring semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part one, Pharmacy Technician 1 for the fall semester. The Pharmacy Technician course incorporates both classroom and clinical pharmacy experiences. The student will be given the opportunity to meet state pharmacy technician competencies as well as be exposed to the larger arena of pharmacy careers. The course fulfills the requirements enabling the student to earn two certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board and the Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
Industry certification may be available as part of this course. Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PHYSICAL THERAPY/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY 1
Course#: 836527
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Biology 1, Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are recommended
Locations: West Potomac Academy
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the professions of physical and occupational therapy. Students will explore the principles and practices of therapists in the health care industry and participate in a clinical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed physical and/or occupational therapist. Clinical skills in the areas of physical therapy and occupational therapy will enable students to gain experience in rehabilitative care, which is practiced throughout the continuum of care and across the lifespan of individuals. After successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for employment as a rehabilitation technician or students may seek higher education for specific degrees in a variety of fields such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, sports medicine, athletic training, chiropractic medicine, biology, or exercise physiology. Students must purchase liability insurance to participate in clinical experiences.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PHYSICAL THERAPY/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY 2
Course#: 836627
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: two
Prerequisite: Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy 1
Locations: West Potomac Academy
With emphasis upon individual interests and strengths, Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy 2 provides a more in-depth study of the topics covered in the first-level course. From a wide range of clinical settings serving diverse patient populations, students will be able to select and participate in a clinical experience of their choice. The course work will focus on the advancement of problem-solving skills, hands-on techniques, and interpersonal skills with an introduction to clinical research. There will be a greater emphasis on musculoskeletal anatomy during the first two quarters of this course. This course is most appropriate for students anticipating employment or further studies in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other related healthcare careers. Students must purchase liability insurance to participate in clinical experiences. An articulation of five credits towards the Physical Therapy Assistant program is available with Northern Virginia Community College. NOCTI certification in National Health Care Foundation Skills Standards Assessment is offered to students.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PRACTICAL NURSING 1 and PRACTICAL NURSING 2
Course#: 835726 and 835826
Grades: 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Biology 1 and Algebra 1, Exploring Health Sciences and Exploring the Language of Medicine are recommended
Locations: Falls Church Academy
PRACTICAL NURSING 1
This is part one (fall semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part two, Practical Nursing 2 for the spring semester. This course offers preclinical nursing instruction during the student's senior year of high school. Foundations of nursing including communication, anatomy and physiology, and introduction to pharmacology, are the main units of focus. Competency-based instruction provides students with the skills needed to provide basic bedside nursing care used for hospitalized, nursing home, and homebound patients. Following Practical Nursing 1 and 2, students electing to participate in the summer clinical are eligible to take the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam. Classes are held at Falls Church High School while community healthcare agencies serve as sites for the practical application of the learned competencies. Uniforms and insurance must be purchased for this class. Successful completion of the Practical Nursing 1 and 2 course allows students to take a nine-month full-time postgraduate clinical internship program. The postgraduate clinical internship curriculum enables students to demonstrate advanced nursing competencies as well as gain the knowledge required for state licensure as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course in conjunction with another one credit course within the same program area will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
PRACTICAL NURSING 2
This is part two (spring semester) of a two-part, full year course. Students must also register for part one, Practical Nursing 1 for the fall semester. This course offers preclinical nursing instruction during the student's senior year of high school. Foundations of nursing including communication, anatomy and physiology, and introduction to pharmacology, are the main units of focus. Competency-based instruction provides students with the skills needed to provide basic bedside nursing care used for hospitalized, nursing home, and homebound patients. Following Practical Nursing 1 and 2, students electing to participate in the summer clinical are eligible to take the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam. Classes are held at Falls Church High School while community healthcare agencies serve as sites for the practical application of the learned competencies. Uniforms and insurance must be purchased for this class. Successful completion of the Practical Nursing 1 and 2 course allows students to take a nine-month full-time postgraduate clinical internship program. The postgraduate clinical internship curriculum enables students to demonstrate advanced nursing competencies as well as gain the knowledge required for state licensure as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). NOCTI certification for the National Health Care Foundation Skills Standards Assessment is available.
Students successfully completing this course may be eligible to earn a Career and Technical Education diploma seal. Students successfully completing this course will satisfy the sequential elective requirement for the standard or modified standard diploma. Successful completion of this course in conjunction with a corresponding industry certification may qualify for a student selected verified credit. This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.
