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First Year: Health Science 1: HT3H3AY2

Year long course/2.0 credits per semester

The following courses are taken in conjunction with Health Science 1:
Anatomy & Physiology: HT3H0AY1- Year long Course/1.0 credit per year

Medical Terminology: HT3H2DSH- Dual Credit/Fall semester/.5 credit per semester
Principles of Health Science: HT3H1DSH - Dual Credit/Spring semester/.5 credit per semester
Health Science Technology is a two year program with certifications in:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Pharmacy Technician (Pharm)

Dental Assisting (DNTL)


The first year of the program introduces the basic health science curriculum. Students will be offered a choice of certification strand for the second year of the program.

Courses offered in conjunction with El Paso Community College:
HPRS 1206 Medical Terminology

HPRS 1205 Essentials of Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals

Articulated Courses offered in conjunction with El Paso Community College:

Health Science 1: HT3H3AY2 Articulates to:

HPRS 1201 Introduction to Health Professions

HPRS 1202 Wellness & Health Promotion
Anatomy & Physiology HT3H0AY1 Articulates to:

VNSG1405 Health Science

VNSG 1420 Anatomy and Physiology for Allied Health

Students must be at least 16 years old, have a minimum grade of an 85 or higher in Biology, an overall GPA average of 90%, and up to date immunizations. Students, at their own expense, will be required to have a background check, fingerprinting, and a drug screening prior to clinical rotations. Also required are industry standard uniforms.

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