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=Introduction to Healthcare Science= ==

Course Description:
//Introduction to Healthcare Science is the foundational course for all Health Science pathways and is a prerequisite for all other Healthcare Science pathway courses. This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to the many Healthcare Science careers as well as employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. The concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated including microbiology, basic life support and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the healthcare global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training. The pre-requisite for this course is advisor approval. //

=== The following document is a collaborative workplace for the new Introduction to Health Science course. The standards are listed in the menu to the right. Please feel free to add your ideas, lesson plans, or post discussion questions, but do not delete any existing text or files. Any files that do not apply to a particular standard can be posted here on the home page. The goal of this document is to aid the transition into the new curriculum for the 2013-2014 school year. ===


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Text book for Cobb County: New this year //__Health Science Fundamentals: Exploring Career Pathways__// by Pearson Publishing. Helpful teaching tips for all levels of students in each unit. Still learning how to navigate text,
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