Allied Health Assistant
If you like:
• working with people
• diversity in the medical field
• working with patients
• understanding the human body (Anatomy and Physiology)
... then this program is for you!
Career Opportunities:
- Medical Office Assistant
- Veterinary Aide
- Occupational Therapy Aide
- Physical Therapy Aide
- Respiratory Therapy Aide
- EKG Technician
- Diagnostic Radiology Procedure Aide
- Unit Secretary
- Pharmacy Aide
- Central Service Technician
About the Program:
The Allied Health Assistant program provides an opportunity for the
students to explore a variety of health occupations other than nursing.
- To provide an opportunity for students to explore various health
care fields.
- To provide the labor market with entry level health care personnel
who are multi-skilled.
- To provide safe and effective health care personnel who perform
at or above industry standards.
Topics of Study:
- Safety Practices & Infection Control
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Communications - Medical Terminology
- Employability Skills
- Medical Office Procedures
- Diagnostic Tests
- Assist with minor surgical procedures
- Assist with medication
- Emergency/First Aid Care
Available Academic Credit:
- Career and Financial Management
- Technical Reading and Writing
- Technical Mathematics
- Technical Science
- Health
Additional Information:
All students must annually submit the Health Careers Academy physical
form signed by their health care provider.
