Pre-Nursing
Healthcare Specialist
The Pre-Nursing/Healthcare Specialist course is a 2 year pathway and this course is hosted at Knox High School and Plymouth High School. Potential careers after completing this pathway include nurse, nurse practitioner, certified nursing assistant, physician, healthcare worker, medical technician, community health worker and many more!
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North Central CTE Cooperative partners with LLN (Lifelong Learning Network) to offer this opportunity for students in the CTE Cooperative.
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Pre-Nursing
Healthcare Specialist Courses
Course Description
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The pre-nursing/healthcare specialist pathway prepares students for a state certification which can lead to a career in nursing. This course covers medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health and safety, healthy lifestyle, wellness and disease prevention. Students will experience classroom simulations and on the job learning.
Dual Credit
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Ivy Tech Community College provides the opportunity for students to earn up to 18 HLHS dual credits, including:
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100 Intro to Health Careers
101 Medical Terminology
102 Essential Anatomy & Physiology
104 CPR/Basic Life Support
107 CNA Preparation
113 Dementia Care
Certifications​
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Students have an opportunity to receive CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification.