Category: CTE: Health Science

AHMS144.50 – Medical Terminology Dual Credit

Written by Christen Cole on May 10, 2022. Posted in Course Catalog, CTE: Health Science, Dual Credit, OC.

Course Length:

One semester

Course Description:

Medical Terminology is the study of the principles of medical word building using root words, prefixes, and suffixes with emphasis on spelling, pronunciation, and definitions. The course introduces the student to the specialized language of the medical profession, builds a background vocabulary in this area, and provides a solid foundation for understanding and using medical terms.

PLEASE NOTE: Medical Terminology includes lessons on anatomy, physiology, and terminology related to the reproductive systems and the specialties that care for them (especially Obstetrics & Gynecology and Urology). These lessons are not optional, nor is there an opt-out option for any of the lessons in this course. If you find them objectionable, please enroll in an alternative elective.

Prerequisites:

Intended for incoming high school junior or senior students

MTDA strongly recommends students complete Anatomy and Physiology (through MTDA or another program) prior to enrolling. MTDA finds that students who have a strong understanding of human body systems and anatomy are more successful in this college-level course.

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Medical Terminology Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: semester available
Spring: semester available
Summer: not available

Lead Teacher:

Leslie Pendergast, Columbia Falls School District, leslie.pendergast@montanadigitalacademy.org

Public and Global Health

Written by Christen Cole on July 20, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, CTE: Health Science, OC.

Course Length:

One Semester

Course Description:

What is public health? Who decides which diseases get funding and which do not? What are the reasons for health inequality? Study both infectious and non-communicable diseases as well as learn how we conquer these on a community and global level through various methods, including proper hygiene, sanitation, and nutrition. Explore the role of worldwide current and future technologies and the ethics and governance of health on a global scale, and discover unique career opportunities you can pursue to make a difference.

Prerequisites:

Public Health is designed as an elective for students interested in Health Science. Students should successfully complete Health Occupations or the equivalent before enrollment.

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Public and Global Health Syllabus

Required Materials:

All required materials are provided in the course.

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

This course requires students to have access to desktop development platforms. ChromeOS/Chromebooks are not compatible with this course.

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: available
Spring: available

Lead Teacher:

Dr. Constance K. Haan, MD, MS, MA, Billings Career Center, constance.haan@montanadigitalacademy.org

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Anatomy and Physiology A & B

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 25, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, CTE: Health Science, Health-PE, OC.

Course Length:

Two one-semester courses (students must independently register for each semester)

Course Description:

In this Health elective, students will explore the anatomy or structure of the human body. In addition to learning anatomical terminology, students will study the main systems of the body– including skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, and nervous systems. In addition to identifying the bones, muscles, and organs, students will study the structure of cells and tissues within the body.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Anatomy and Physiology Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: semester available
Spring: semester available

Lead Teacher:

Amanda Ferderer, Great Falls Public Schools, Great Falls, MT, amanda.ferderer@montanadigitalacademy.org

Health Occupations

Written by Jodie Hirsch on January 25, 2021. Posted in Course Catalog, CTE: Health Science, OC.

Course Length:

One semester

Course Description:

This Career and Technical course provides an overview of what it means to be a health care professional. Students will explore the topics of history and trends of medicine, professionalism, leadership skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, communication, cultural diversity, health care systems, medical math, and infection control as they relate to health care. Additionally, students will research and reflect on the compatibility of various health care professions with their personal traits and goals for the future.

Prerequisites:

None

Comprehensive Syllabus:

Health Occupations Public Syllabus

Required Materials:

None

Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:

Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq

Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):

Fall: semester available
Spring: semester available

Lead Teacher:

Angela Hammang, Billings Career Center, angela.hammanga@montanadigitalacademy.org