Health Technology I & II

This program is offered to juniors and seniors. Students taking this course are looking at a fast-paced introduction into the field of healthcare. Students learn lab skills, become proficient in vital signs, and have the opportunity to earn CPR certification. The program uses a combination of lecture and lab to provide exposure to a wide variety of health career paths to help students decide if the healthcare field is a good fit for them. Students are immersed in the language of healthcare through the study of medical terminology, and learn basic anatomy and physiology.

Year 2

This course is offered to seniors that have successfully completed the first year of the program. Students have the option to choose between Health Technology II at Lansing Community College or Health Technology II at Davenport University.

Program Overview

Course Information

Program Location

LCC Main Campus (Shuttle Available)

Session Offered

AM.PM

Average Lecture Days/Week

2 days

Reviews/Week

2 days

Average Lab Days/Week

1 day

Homework

Weekly
Worksheets - 4 days/week

Required Reading

College level textbooks
Workbooks
E-Books
Internet

Success Indicators

Highly motivated
Strong work ethic
Excel in fast-paced learning environments
Enjoy writing and researching projects

College Credits - 7

CHSE 100 - Introduction to Health Professions
CHSE 120 - Medical Terminology

Academic Rigor

4 out of 5

Capital Region Technical Early College (CRTEC)

Students enrolled in this program may choose to participate in the Capital Region Technical Early College program. This is a high school-to-college program where students start in grade 11 and end their 13th year with a degree or certification. This program gives students relevant career related experiences.

Course Outcomes

Students Learning Outcomes include but are not limited to:

Select three ways to classify hospitals or healthcare facilities
List the various methods used to pay for healthcare in the United States
Using word problems, calculated patient dosage using the metric system and common mathematical formulas related to health care
Measure patient vital signs based on State of Michigan standards
Identify three strategies healthcare providers can employ when communicating with patients and staff to accurately convey information and develop rapport
Explain the necessity for critical thinking in a healthcare setting
After completing OSHA-required training in Blood Borne Pathogens and Standards Precautions, list the requirements for maintaining Universal Standards
Given the list of medical abbreviations, root words, prefixes and suffixes, construct medical words, and give the meaning of medical abbreviations
Using the five-step educational process provided, create a teaching plan to communicate information about selected health career programs
Identify organizations that contribute to patient safety and overall healthcare quality with regard to regulations, standards and facility accreditation
Divide basic medical terms into component parts
Spell and pronounce medical terms correctly

Certifications

None

Student Leadership

Students have the opportunity for leadership, competition and community service through membership in HOSA.

Career Outlook

Careers

Acute Care Nurse
Registered Nurse
Radiology Technician
Medical Records Specialist
Pharmacy Technician

Median Wage

Acute Care Nurse: $41.38 Hourly, $86,070 Annual
Registered Nurse: $41.38 Hourly, $86,070 Annual
Radiology Technician: $35.29 Hourly, $73,410 Annual
Medical Records Specialist: $23.45 Hourly, $48,780 Annual
Pharmacy Technician: $19.37 Hourly, $40,300 Annual

Employment Outlook (Average)

Acute Care Nurse: 5% - 8%
Registered Nurse: 5% - 8%
Radiology Technician: 5% - 8%
Medical Records Specialist: 9%
Pharmacy Technician: 5% - 8%