Health and Medical Sciences

Health and Medical Sciences programs are available to all high school students in
Roanoke County. Courses are held at the Burton Center for EMT and Nursing, and at Carilion Childrens Center at Tanglewood for Radiologic Technology.  Both programs require enrollment in BCAT for program registration. All RCPS healthcare programs are part of the regional Claude Moore Scholars initiative and the Blue Ridge Partnership for Health Science Careers. 

 

Health and Medical Science Courses

 

Emergency Medical Technician I

Students must complete a pre-registration interview and pass a drug screen to
participate in the EMT program per State Guidelines. Students explore and
apply fundamentals of emergency medical services, anatomy, physiology, and
medical terminology. This includes assessing the scene, understanding shock,
resuscitation and trauma, supervised field experience outside of school hours.
Field experience is required. Dual Enrollment opportunities may be offered.
Students will test for the Virginia State EMT Certification at the completion of the
class.

 

Emergency Medical Technician II

Students will continue to explore Emergency Medical Services and related fields
discussed in Emergency Medical Technician I. Students will focus on incident
management, operations and other related emergency services to enhance their
understanding of emergency response. Emphasis will also be placed on advanced
anatomy, physiology and medical terminology to better prepare students for
additional certification and/or coursework

 

Introduction to Nursing Careers I

Students explore opportunities in the health care field through lessons, field trips,
independent study, projects, and guest speakers. The course focuses on exploration
of health assisting careers, medical terminology, body system structures and
functions, therapeutic communication, human growth and development, legalities in
health care, and others. Certifications that may be offered include American Heart
Association Basic Life Support and First Aid, Mental Health Technician, CPI Non-
Violent De-escalation, and Revive! for opioid overdose. Students must qualify for and
pass these certifications. This course is a pre-requisite to Introduction to Nursing
Careers II which in 2021-2022, will qualify the student for the Virginia Board of
Nursing Certified Nurse Aide Exam.

 

Introduction to Nursing Careers II

Students will continue to explore opportunities in the health care field by exploring 8
major areas of study that includes: Medical Terminology II*, Pathophysiology and
Ethical Care of Patients with Common Conditions in the Acute Care Environment,
Diabetes Management Throughout the Lifespan, American Heart Association First
Aid*, Ethical Care of Patients with Mental Health Conditions*, Non-Violent De-
escalation Techniques*, EKG Technology*, and Phlebotomy Technology*. * Indicates
potential credentialing opportunities. Opportunities for learning are provided in
healthcare settings, through guest speakers, community health projects, and clinical
skills labs.

 

Radiologic Technology I

Students will gain a basic understanding of the historical development and role
of a radiologic technologist within the healthcare setting, as well as obtain basic
knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, basic disease processes, and the
essentials of patient care. This course will also explain the legal, ethical, and
professional responsibilities associated with becoming a radiologic technologist,
while emphasizing the importance of good communication and critical-thinking
skills. Mastery of the material in this course would provide students with a strong
background should they wish to pursue certification in areas such as first aid,
CPR, or AED, as well as a Limited Radiology Technologist License. This class
will be held in a Carilion facility and students must provide their own
transportation.

 

 

Radiologic Technology II

Radiologic Technology II will expand on the information in the first level of Radiologic
Technology. Students will learn additional skills to help them pursue a career in
Radiologic Technology. This class will be held in a Carilion facility and students must
provide their own transportation.