1. Welcome to Glendale Union High School District Health Careers Education Program Information Night

2. Introduction of Teachers
Rhonda Sykes – Lead Instructor Kevin Lukefahr – Instructor Jennifer Watson – Clinical Instructor Robert Newcomb – Educational Assistant Kathy Majors – Interpreter for the Deaf John Gover – Interpreter for the Deaf

3. What is Health Careers Education?
Health Careers Education introduces students to a variety of careers and professional roles within healthcare, as well as gives students an opportunity to become a Certified Nursing Assistant, EKG Technician, Phlebotomist, and/or Patient Care Technician.

4. HCE Course Outline
This course will cover: * Anatomy and Physiology * Diseases * Treatment of Diseases * Skills necessary for Patient Care * Hands-on Clinical Experience * EKG Skills * Phlebotomy Skills * Leadership Development

5. Certifications that can be Earned?
Certified Nursing Assistant EKG Technician Phlebotomy Technician Patient Care Technician (Once CNA certification is earned)

6. Possible Credits Earned
High School Credits: 2
College Credits: 6
(If students select dual enrollment)

7. Classroom, Clinical, and Community Service Locations
Classroom: Moon Valley High School 3625 W. Cactus Road Phoenix, AZ Clinical Rotations: Abrazo Arrowhead Campus N. 67th Avenue Glendale, AZ Coronado Healthcare Center N. 19th Avenue Community Service: See website for multiple volunteer opportunities

8. Assignments - Classroom
Grading will be based on the following categories: Medical Terminology Interactive Notebook Projects/Research Tests Vocabulary Quizzes Anatomy and Physiology Worksheets

9. Assignments – Clinical
Grading will be based on the following categories:
Skills Lab
Clinical Rotations
(Includes clinical hours, journals, evaluations, & competency checklists)
Practice Lab
Advanced Skills Lab (EKG & Phlebotomy)
Community Service
Practical Exam

10. Grading Scale
In an effort to ensure our students are achieving at their highest potential and to better prepare our students for the state certification exams, our program uses an advanced proficiency grading scale. A= 100 – 93 B= 92 – 85 C= 84 – 78 D= 77 – 70 F= 69 – 0

11. Minimum Scores
Students must maintain an average of 85% or higher in the class to qualify for the state certification exams. Students earning lower than a 78% average will participate in academic remediation. These guidelines will help ensure student success

12. Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes. If a student is going to be absent or late, instructors must be notified.
Maximum of three absences allowed per semester, or one for summer school.

13. Uniform and Supplies for Clinicals
Uniform scrubs
Name badge (provided)
White or Black crew neck t-shirt (short or long-sleeved)
Clean, athletic shoes, neutral colors
Watch with a second hand
Black ink pen
Stethoscope (provided)
Blood pressure cuff (provided)
Gait Belt (provided)
NO CELL PHONES OR SMART WATCHES WILL BE ALLOWED

14. Requirements for Clinicals (see handout)
Proof of legal presence (Copy of AZ driver’s license or AZ State-issued ID Card)
Copy of Social Security card
Copy of Health Insurance card or letter stating that you do not have insurance coverage.
Copy of American Heart Association CPR for Health Care Provider card and maintain current status throughout the program.
Copy of Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Negative drug screen (Students may be randomly selected to complete a drug screening any time during clinicals.)
Physical examination - Students must maintain optimum health throughout the program.
TB PPD/Chest X-ray – Tuberculin skin test within the past 12 months.
MMR - Proof of rubella and rubeola immunity by positive antibody titers OR 2 doses of MMR
Hep B - Evidence of the series of three hepatitis B vaccinations
Tdap – Must have been done within the last 10 years.
Varicella – Varicella immunity, by positive history of chicken poxs or proof of immunization.
Flu Vaccination (ONLY during time required by hospital or healthcare facility)
myClinical Exchange Account Access with completion of all forms and necessary training required by hospital or healthcare facility.

15. Lab
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY

16. Electrocardiography Phlebotomy
Must attend ALL classes
To receive program certificate of completion:
- Must achieve 85% on all quizzes and tests
- All Competency Checklists: Must be complete
- Must complete 10 EKGs
-1 Final Competency Skill Test: Must achieve 95%
- May take the online Certification Exam
Must attend ALL classes
To receive program certificate of completion:
- Must achieve 85% on all quizzes and tests
- All Competency Checklists: Must be complete
- Must complete 30 successful Phlebotomy sticks
- Must complete 10 successful capillary punctures
-1 Final Competency Skill Test: Must achieve 95%
- May take the online Certification Exam

17. HOSA – Future Health Professionals
HOSA is an international student organization whose mission is to promote career opportunities in the healthcare industry and to enhance the quality of healthcare to all people. HOSA is a co-curricular organization which provides fantastic leadership development and quality learning experiences for involved students.

18. Financial Responsibilities
Please see handout with itemized costs

19. All Information is on Our Website http://guhsdhce.weebly.com/

20. After answering any questions, Please come tour our classroom and lab before you leave. Room numbers 101 & 105 *Fingerprinting services are available in our classroom tonight*

21. Thank You for Attending Tonight!
Questions?
Thank You for Attending Tonight!