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About the Health Sciences Academy
Students in the Health Sciences Academy will get an introduction to the many careers in the health and medical industry. Students will have the option to take classes that earn college credits, in addition to the high school credits needed for graduation. All students will receive a medical certification to add to their resume for obtaining employment or admittance to colleges to further their studies.
Overall Health Sciences Academy Goals
- Provide students with the foundational knowledge related to the health and medical field, including career options and skill-based learning.
- Apply health and medical topics to their learning in all content areas.
- Offer dual-enrollment courses where students build a college resume, while earning high school credits for graduation.
- Gain experience in applying their course's learning in authentic medical settings in the community.
- Provide opportunities for students to earn medical certifications that enrich a college or employment resume.
Possible Career Opportunities:
Phyisician
Optometrist
Podiatrist
Dermatologist
Chiropractor
Physical Therapist
Physician Assistant
Nurse
CNA
EMT
Medical Assistant
Physical/Occupational Therapist
Physical Trainer
Athletic Trainer
Application Process:
Applications for the academy are now closed. Applications will re-open in January 2023. More information will be available in the 9th Grade Program English classes.
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For More Information Please contact:
Dr. Damian Medina, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction
Ms. Jinny De Jesus, Supervisor of Science
Mr. Aly Abdelgaward, District Instructional Leader-Science
Dr. Charles Ezell, Vice Principal
Mrs. Vanina Gimenez, Guidance Counselor