MISSION STATEMENT
Health Sciences and the Arts is an exciting major designed to offer students an in-depth exploration of careers within the health profession. This major extends learning beyond the classroom and provides a professional look into careers such as nursing, medicine, paramedics, firefighting, athletic training, nutrition, and athletic coaching. Students in this major will be expected to strive for excellence while being exposed to strong academic content and specific Health Science courses.
COURSE OF STUDY
Health Sciences classes combine lectures, a technology-based curriculum and practical activities that cover the anatomical, physiological and psychological study of the human body. Each class is designed to teach students the basics of the various health science fields; the importance of maintaining good health; and the ways in which health science can be important to performers in artistic disciplines. These are exciting classes that will prepare students for a variety of possible careers, and will inspire them to keep their bodies healthy and maintain wellness throughout their lives.
FACULTY
The Health Sciences and the Arts faculty includes professionals with years of experience in athletic training, health and wellness, nutrition, nursing, and movement. Faculty members will guide students through Health Science courses and prepare them for a wide range of post-secondary options.
COURSES OFFERED INCLUDE
- First Aid and Safety
- Toxic Substances
- Anatomy I
- Intro to Nursing Careers
- Diseases and Disorders
- Performance Psychology
- Anatomy 2
- Intro to Athletic Training
- Wellness and Nutrition
- Intro to Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
- Community Health Projects and Initiatives
- Kinesiology/Independent Study
- Nursing 2