The purpose of this course is to give students initial exposure to the skills and attitudes associated with a broad range of occupations relating to careers in health, including job requirements and tasks performed, to assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals.

The purpose of this course is to give students initial exposure to the skills and attitudes associated with a broad range of occupations relating to careers in health, including job requirements and tasks performed, to assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals.

This course is part of the secondary Health Core consisting of an overview of the human body, both structurally and functionally with emphasis on the pathophysiology and transmission of disease. Medical terminology is an integral part of the course

This course is part of the Secondary Health Core designed to provide the student with an in depth knowledge of the health care system and associated occupations. Emphasis is placed on communication and interpersonal skills, use of technology, ethics and the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will also learn first aid skills and demonstrate the measurement of vital signs. Students may shadow professionals throughout the course.

This course prepares students to be employed as Emergency Medical Responders. Content includes, but not limited to, identifying and practicing within the appropriate scope of practice for an Emergency Medical Responder, demonstrating correct medical procedures for various emergency situations, proficiency in the appropriate instruments used, as well as a foundation in the musculoskeletal system of the body.

The purpose of this course is to provide students with learning opportunities in a prescribed program of study within the Law, Public Safety & Security cluster(s) that will enhance opportunities for employment in the career field chosen by the student.

Provides immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical services system. EMRs have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immediate lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS resources to arrive. EMRs also provide assistance to higher-level personnel at the scene of emergencies and during transport. Emergency Medical Responders are a vital part of the comprehensive EMS response. Under medical oversight, Emergency Medical Responders perform basic interventions with minimal equipment.

Provides review of the anatomy and physiology of the heart, focusing on the circulatory system and the electrical activity of the heart. Topics: how to transport and prepare a patient for electrocardiogram; EKG paper and measures; cardiac rate determination; cardiac cycle; EKG waves and intervals; interpretation of waves and problems which may occur while taking an EKG; special recording of EKG; the EKG and the most common cardiac arrhythmias: the EKG in the myocardial infarction.

This is a certificate that meets or exceeds State of Florida, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) requirements for Emergency Vehicle Operators certification. This certifies enables student to maintain and drive ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars.

This course is designed to prepare students to explore careers in the field of television. Students will learn the history of Broadcast Journalism and will gain the essential skills to write for broadcast news. Students will also learn the technical aspects of the Broadcasting industry

This course focuses on Associated Press Writing Style, and the basics of yearbook/newspaper/TV production. This course is designed to develop basic entry-level skills required for careers in the writing and editing industry required for students to progress to television production in subsequent years.

This course covers competencies in safety, lighting, basic television production equipment, broadcast script interpretation, teamwork, research and audio and video editing.