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Health Occupations

CIP 51.0899

The demand for skilled health care worker is very high.

This course includes anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, nutrition, medical procedures, emergency and clinical care, and health care issues. Clinical education provides a solid foundation in the health sciences, an introduction to a variety of health careers, and a comprehensive overview of the roles and functions of specific health care professionals.

Second-year students who qualify may participate in the Nurses’ aide program. Students combine classroom instruction with two days of clinical experience to achieve the 165 hours needed to sit for the state exam. Students who pass are listed on the state registry for nurses’ aides, eligible to work at any area hospital, nursing home or other healthcare facility. This course is designed for students who plan to continue their education upon graduation.

 

Health Occupations

Instructor: Mary Flanagan-RN, Diann Hopely-RN, Sheila Kingston-RN, Monica Millio -RN
Location: Folcroft Campus & St. Francis Country House

Successful Students Need:

Algebra l & ll, English, Biology, Chemistry, Complex problem solving skills, Social perceptiveness, Service orientation Writing, Reading comprehension skills

Career Opportunities:

  • Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Health Unit Coordinator
  • Home Health Aide

with 2-year college degrees

  • Cardiovascular Technologist
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Radiologic Technologist
  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Medical Office Specialist
  • Pharmacy Technician

with 4-year degree

  • Registered Nurse

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Students Coordinate Blood Drive and Mock Accident

December 20, 2011
7:30 amto1:30 pm

DCTS Students coordinated Blood Drive and Mock Accident/Crime Scene to drive home messages of health and safety prior to the winter break. Click on each picture to view our Facebook photo gallery.

DCTS Health Occupations partnered with the New Jersey Blood Bank to coordinate the Blood Drive. It was open to students, staff and the community. Click here to download general information on Donating Blood Information.

 

 

DCTS Emergency and Protective Service program also held their annual Mock Accident/Crime Scene. This elaborate rescue scenario requires EPS students to work as a team practice emergency response assessment, extraction and life-saving skills under stress. This event is coordinated thanks to the generous support and assistance of Folcroft Police and Fire Departments, the County’s Coroner’s Office and PennStar Flight.

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Skills USA District 2 Competition

January 31, 2012
6:30 amto2:30 pm
February 1, 2012
6:30 amto2:30 pm

Selected students will compete in the Skills USA District 2 Competition at Western Montgomery Career and Technical Center.  Leadership Competitions are scheduled January 31; Skills Competitions are scheduled February 1.

We are tentatively holding February 2nd in calendar in case of snow.

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