Health & Social Sciences

PLTW Principles of Biomedical Sciences

This course is part of the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences program. Students explore the concepts of human medicine and are introduced to research processes and bioinformatics. Hands-on projects enable students to investigate human body systems and various health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia and infectious diseases. Students work together to determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person and will investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. This course has a strong online component. In order to be successful students must be self-directed and comfortable using technology as a learning tool. Curriculum is updated periodically and course content may vary.

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) 

This course is part of the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences program. Using real-world cases, students take the role of biomedical professionals and work together to solve medical mysteries. Hands-on projects include designing experiments, investigating the structures and functions of body systems by using data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary actions and respiratory operation. This course has a strong online component. In order to be successful in this guided research couse, students must be self-directed, organized and comfortable using technology as a learning tool. Curriculum is updated periodically and course content may vary.

Emergency Medical Technician
 

Intermediate (SW Metro Offering)

EMTs are clinicians, trained to respond quickly to emergency situations regarding medical issues, traumatic injuries and accident scenes. EMTs are often employed by ambulance services, governments, and hospitals, but are also sometimes employed by fire departments (and seen on fire apparatus), in police departments (and seen on police vehicles), and there are many firefighter/EMTs and police officer/EMTs. EMTs operate under a limited scope of practice and are typically supervised by a medical director, who is a physician. First Aid/CPR and EMR certifications are a prerequisite to this semester long course.

Nutrition & Foods                            

This course is designed to teach students nutrition and food preparation techniques. Students examine how health relates to diet and explore the science of food. Students will prepare a variety of foods that illustrate how good nutrition can be integrated into daily diets.

International Foods                         

Students will explore the cuisines of China, Greece, India, Italy, Mexico and Thailand. They learn the impact of geography, climate, culture, religion and history on what people eat. Students learn techniques for the preparation of traditional foods from these countries as well as explore cuisines from around the world. Students have the opportunity to participate in an international foods event outside of the classroom.

Competitive Team Sports                 

This course is designed to enhance students’ interest in a variety of sports and activities. Students will participate in physical activity through team sports via tournament play. Opportunities will be provided for participation in team sports such as: basketball, soccer, flag football, badminton, volleyball, team handball, floor hockey, and others. Daily participation will be expected for this course.

Leadership Training 

Students will learn the skills necessary to become an effective leader. Students will use team-building games, journaling, self-reflection and various group activities to enhance their leadership abilities. Leadership skills will be used to promote an awareness and understanding of emotional/physical limitations, communication skills, personal confidence and team-building.  A fee will be required for students to take part in an adventure field trip. Each student will be expected to develop and implement a group service learning project.

PEERS (CNHS offering)

Students will learn how to support students with disabilities in a variety of skills, role play social situations, and be a peer-mentor for these students.  This is an excellent leadership opportunity, and the instructors are looking for great role models to enroll in the class.  This class does meet credit requirements for a general education elective class.

Recreational/Leisure Sports       

Do you want to be active in a more casual atmosphere? Students will engage in lifetime physical activities that will enhance their overall well-being. Throughout the course, learning will encompass activities that include but are not limited to: golf, bowling, frisbee golf, badminton, pickleball, tennis, group fitness, and yard games. Daily participation will be expected for this course.

Strength & Performance 1

This class is designed for the student with limited experience in strength training. Students will learn weight room safety for both machines and free weights, technique of basic to intermediate lifts, basic anatomy, nutrition and opposing muscle grouping. Students will participate in plyometric, speed and agility training and pre/post baseline strength tests. Students will follow instructor designed strength programs for a portion of the semester and then learn how to design, implement and follow strength programs. Daily participation will be expected for this course.

Health Career Explorations 

Intermediate

Becoming a doctor or a nurse is not your only career option in health care. This course will provide students an opportunity to explore over 30 health related careers through classroom speakers, visits to health care providers and volunteer opportunities. Students will identify personal areas of strength and interest and begin to develop a resume of experiences that are important in health related courses of study in admission to post-secondary schools. Any student thinking about opportunities in the health field will find this experience valuable and informative. A field trip fee will be assessed for participants in this class.

Child Development  1

In this course students will examine child psychology/development from the prenatal stage to age three.  Topics include: fetal stages, birth, newborn and infant care, and toddler development.  The course will also include physical, intellectual, social and emotional development and child development theories. 

Criminal Justice 1

Americans don’t have to look far to see the importance of criminal justice. Every day, we are alerted to the occurrence of crime and the subsequent dilemma of what to do when criminal behavior occurs. Contemporary society is significantly impacted by the presence (and threat) of criminal activity and political leaders struggle with finding solutions to the issues as they occur. Some thoughts that arise in the wake of criminal events include:

• What are the systemic issues that lead to criminal behavior?
• How do we reduce instances of crime?
• Does our legal system do enough to curtail criminal action?
• What do we do to bring justice to the victims of crime? 
• How do we effectively punish the offenders?
• Is incarceration the most effective solution or are rehabilitation programs a good alternative?
• What do we do when the offenders are juveniles?
• Is capital punishment an effective deterrent to crime?
• What does law enforcement need to do to stay pace with criminals using twenty-first century technology?
• What role does the current media play with regard to attitudes about criminal behavior?

In Criminal Justice, students will be introduced to the complex, relevant, and often controversial issues of crime, punishment, legislation, law enforcement, media reporting and other essential topics.  Students will explore past and current case studies and examine different approaches to addressing criminal behavior. Historical ideas and comparison of other civilizations’ approach to criminal justice will be examined. Current events and contemporary episodes will be analyzed as a means to explore the course topics. Students interested in this course should be prepared for a vigorous, multi-faceted, and interactive examination of the many ethical and challenging issues that surround this topic.

Child Development 2       

Intermediate

In this course students will study the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of the child during the preschool years to age 12. Students will also examine the components of a successful preschool program and learn about careers that include working with children.  This will prepare them to design lessons and teach children in the popular Storm and Little Hawks preschool programs.

Philosophy & Ethics

Intermediate

This course is offered for inquisitive students who are looking for an exciting, enriching and relevant study of the world’s great ideas of philosophy, religion and government systems. This student-centered curriculum places a high value on group discussion and presentation of student ideas. Students will explore classic thoughts in the social sciences while examining their application to the contemporary world. An extensive look at ethics and moral development are features of the course.

Psychology                                         

What is a greater influence on human behavior, nature or nurture? In Psychology, students will be introduced to the concepts, theories and research that attempt to explain human behavior and mental processes and the different perspectives which have been identified to examine these ideas. Further, students will look at the bewildering aspects of psychological disorders, addictive behaviors, violence and bullying and the work being done by psychologists to explain why such behaviors are on the rise. Learn why psychology is one of the most popular and important college majors in the United States.

Sociology

Teen Issues

Intermediate

The purpose of this course is to present sound, factual and objective information on issues that are important to teens. Areas of discussion will include: values, decision making, stress, sexuality, mate selection, chemical use, divorce and abusive behavior.