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Ville Platte High School

Course Syllabus – Health Science 1

Mrs.Sharma

Course Description:

Health Science 1 is the first of four courses offered to students interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field. During this first course, students are introduced to healthcare history, careers, law and ethics, cultural diversity, health care language and math, infection control, professionalism, communication, basics of the organization of healthcare facilities, and types of healthcare insurance. Students get a good grasp of where healthcare has been, where it is going and how professionalism and personal characteristics impact their success. Students will be introduced to “Standard Precautions” and learn about confidentiality through HIPAA. As students are guided through health care career exploration, they will discuss education levels, and requirements needed to be successful. Student will participate in a career project, and will hear from guest speakers in the healthcare field. Students will learn first-aid procedures and learn fire safety. The skills and knowledge that students learn in Health Science 1 serve to prepare them for future clinical experiences such as job shadowing or internships as they advance in the Health Science courses.

Course Competencies/ Learning Objectives

Students who successfully complete Health Science 1 will be competent in the following areas:

The student will be able to identify components and solve computations of the metric and household systems of measurement, calculate mathematical conversions of temperature and weights, record time using a 24-hour clock, recognize and convert traditional numbers to roman numerals; and define and recognize entry-level medical terminology and terms related to healthcare.
The student will be able to interpret, recognize and apply various methods of giving and obtaining information so that they will communicate effectively, both orally and in writing: verbal and nonverbal.

The student will be able to describe healthcare history, medical advances, identify healthcare delivery system and explain factors that influence them, describe the responsibilities of consumers within healthcare system; and identify the importance of an organizational structure in health care.
The student will understand how employability skills enhance their employment opportunities and job satisfaction. They will demonstrate key employability skills and will maintain and upgrade skills, as needed.
The student will understand the legal responsibilities, limitations, and implications of their actions within the healthcare delivery setting. They will perform their duties according to regulations, policies, laws, and legislated rights of clients.
The student will understand accepted ethical practices with respect to cultural, social, and ethnic differences within the healthcare environment. They will perform quality healthcare delivery.
The student will understand the existing and potential hazards to clients, coworkers, and self. They will prevent injury or illness through safe work practices and follow health and safety policies and procedures.
The student will understand roles and responsibilities of individual members as part of the healthcare team, including their ability to promote the delivery of quality healthcare. They will interact effetely and sensitively with all members of the healthcare team.
The student will understand the fundamentals of wellness and the prevention of disease processes. They will practice preventive health behaviors among the clients.
The student will use information technology applications required within all career specialties. They will demonstrate use as appropriate to healthcare applications. They will apply technical skills required for all career specialties.

Student Evaluation

The grading system for the Health Science Department at Laurens District 55 High School is as follows:

Tests, Projects, & Skills	-	40%
Quizzes	-	25%
Daily Grades, Classwork	-	15%
Final Exam	-	20% (school wide)

Attendance Policy

Regular and prompt class attendance is an essential part of the educational experience. Laurens District 55 High School expects students to exercise good judgment regarding attendance and absences. Students will accept full responsibility for ensuring their work does not suffer because of absences. All students are expected to attend every scheduled class on time. Exceptions may be made for illness and valid emergencies.

Classroom Expectations

Arrive to class on time
Be prepared: with all supplies
Respect yourself, your classmates and your teacher
Give your all, all the time #ALLIN
Be responsible for your actions
No eating, drinking, cell phones, or iPods permitted in the classroom
Chromebook will be used daily. They should be charged before coming to class.
Every 2 weeks the students need to join the Zoom Meeting to inform the teacher about their strengths and weakness regarding the topic they have learnt.

Class Requirements

The student will need to review DAILY! Homework will be given approximately 1-2 days a week. It will be collected at the beginning of class the day it is due. It is YOUR responsibility to complete homework assignments.

If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to make up the assignments and/or tests when you return. I will send a weekly email out to the whole class informing them of the homework assignments and/or upcoming tests or quizzes.

It is YOUR responsibility to come after school or during scheduled lunch tutor sessions to catch up on missed work from your absences. I will NOT re-teach the lesson during class time.

Plagiarism, Cheating, and Academic Integrity

Plagiarism is the practice of copying words, sentences, images, or ideas for use in written or oral assessments without giving proper credit to the source. Cheating is defined as the giving or receiving of illegal help on anything that has been determined by the teacher to be an individual effort. Both are considered serious offenses and will significantly affect your course grade. Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct booklet for additional information.

Methodology

Students will be given challenging real-world projects & assignments typical of the healthcare field. High quality work is expected! Classroom activities will include reading, writing, research, problem solving, and projects. Major projects will be presented to the class. Students will often work in teams, but will be expected to complete individual assignments in relation to the team’s work. Assessment methods will include written exams, tests, demonstrations, research reports, reading assignments and projects.

Unit/ Topic	Course Activities	Assessments/Assignments
Medical Terminology Medical Math	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Quiz/Test, Homework Weekly MT Quiz Cumulative MT TEST
Chapter 1: Introduction to Being a Health Care Worker	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Notes, Quiz/Test, Homework
Chapter 2:Understanding Healthcare System	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Notes, Quiz/Test, Homework, Project
Chapter 3: Finding the Right Occupation for You	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Quiz/Test, Notes, Homework Career Project
Chapter 4: Employability and Leadership	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Quiz/Test, Notes, Homework
Chapter 5: Understanding your Legal Obligations Chapter 6: Medical Ethics	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Quiz/Test, Notes, Homework Case Studies
Chapter 7 Wellness	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Quiz/Test, Notes, Homework
Exploring Faces of Opportunities Career Research	Whole & Small Group/ Review Guest Speakers	Quiz/Test, Notes, Homework Career Projects/Presentations
Review Week	Whole & Small Group/ Review	Notes Review

****THE SYLLABUS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE****

General Information:

If you are having trouble with this class, come to me immediately and I can work with you. If you wait till the end of the marking period, it will be TOO LATE. I will be available to help you understand so you can be successful in this class.