Allied Health Sciences (AHS) A College Tech Prep Program for those interested in health careers Mrs. Sofia Ext. 2508 Mrs. Wallace Ext. 2305

Are you thinking of going to college or continuing your education past high school? This may be the program for you! College – bound curriculum with the possibility of earning articulated College credits while still in high school.

What is College Tech Prep? A high school and college career partnership linked to business, industry and labor. The hope is to create a seamless pathway from high school to college to careers In AHS, we follow state guidelines to prepare the student with the required background & skills necessary for success in their chosen healthcare career.

What kind of student are you? Reliable? Caring? Eager to learn new things? Open to new ideas? Flexible? A problem solver? A team player?

How do I get accepted?: Open to all Lorain County students: Recommended 2.75 GPA or higher. Completed Algebra I with a “B” or better. Completed Biology with a “B” or better. Must have an acceptable attendance record (less than 5 days a semester) Recommended: Passed all OGT’s Have up-to-date immunization status(MMR, Tetanus & Hepatitis) Transportation required in senior year for clinical days.

AHS highlights: 2 year program starting in junior year. ½ day program Juniors come in the morning 7:50-10:20 Seniors come in the afternoon 11:53 -2:14. Can receive up to 19 articulated college credits upon completing 2 years in the program (after meeting all criteria). Many additions to your resume.

CPR and First Aid Certification: American Heart Association CPR: 2 yrs. American Red Cross CPR and 1st Aid: 1 yr (CPR) 3 yrs (1st Aid) Mock “Disaster” drill Possible 2 college credits

More Articulated College courses: Medical Terminology internet course (3 credits) Body Structure & Function (Anatomy & Physiology) (3 credits) General Pathology (2 credits) Patient Care (1 credit) Optional STNA (Nurse Assistant) training in the summer. (5 credits) SDEV 101-student development for LCCC (1 credit) Introduction to Medical Assisting

What does “articulation” mean? To “articulate” means “to join” We are joined with LCCC in the Lorain County Consortium As College Tech Prep students, you are registered with LCCC and receive an ID To receive articulated credits, students must complete the full 2 years in the program. You are not required to attend LCCC.

Other topics covered: Career exploration Team building Study skills Employability Safety & infection control Wellness Basic patient care

Other activities: Field trips Work-based Learning at Kendal Nurse/other health careers shadow days Ropes course Community service projects & volunteer hours Visits from LCCC faculty & health care professionals Extended clinical visits in Senior year

To apply… Fill out a Lorain County JVS application (see the guidance department at your home school or get one here) Specify the “Allied Health Sciences” program as your #1 choice! Come to the Lorain County JVS Open house with your parents on February 6th 1-3 PM Any questions???? Contact Mrs. Wallace at ext. 2305(e-mail swallace@lcjvs.net) or Mrs. Sofia at ext. 2508 (e-mail hsofia@lcjvs.net) Go to the website: www.lcjvs.com for more information about attending Lorain County JVS

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