Health Occupations

Program Information Sheet

Description

  • Learn skills to obtain STNA certification in junior year 
  • Work with EKG equipment to obtain certification in EKG 
  • Participate in clinical visits at area nursing homes and job shadow at local area hospitals

Work-Based Learning Opportunity - Advanced Placement and Job Shadowing at local hospitals

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Curriculum Plan Career Tech courses you will be taking along with college credits and certifications available.

Suggested Skills For Success

Certifications Opportunity to earn the following certifications in this program.

  • Ohio Department of Health State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
  • National Healthcare Association Certified Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Assistant
  • National Healthcare Association Certified EKG Technician
  • CPR First Aid

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