Healthcare (Various Options)

Our mission is to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and work habits to excel in their careers and future learning.

Course Title

Health Foundations

National Career Cluster: Health Sciences Pathway
Michigan Career Pathway: Health Sciences

Instructors

Adrianne Wilkerson 
517.244.1355
adrianne.wilkerson@inghamisd.org

Ronda Manninen, MSEd 
517.244.1481
ronda.manninen@inghamisd.org

Credentials

Jamie George, Certified Athletic Trainer, National Athletic Trainers Association, Certified BLS & First Aid Instructor, American Heart Association; State of Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan Occupational Education Certificate; State of Michigan School Administrator Certificate

Ronda Manninen, Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Michigan Technological University; Master's of Science  Education, Northern Michigan University; CTE Therapeutic Services and Diagnostic Services endorsements; State of Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate, American Heart Association CLS Instructor

Types of Credit

See High School Credit Options

Note: Local districts award high school credit, not the WTC.

Articulation Agreements

Students must complete all assignments and receive a grade of 80% or higher overall in order to receive articulation.

• Jackson College
• Baker College
• Davenport University
• Washtenaw Community College
• Northern Michigan University
• Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
• Lake Superior State University
• Mid Michigan College
• Mott Community College

Program Description

The goal of the Health Foundations is to provide students an introduction to a variety of healthcare occupations and the understanding of the coursework/career path necessary to enter one of those professions. In class, students will learn medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, legal and ethical aspects of medical practice, infection control, CPR,
vital signs, communication and teamwork and may have the opportunity to job shadow with
healthcare professionals.

Special Requirements/Program Prerequisites

• 9th Grade (minimum) reading and math levels
• Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information
• Basic keyboarding and word processing skills (Windows environment)
• Good attendance and attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams and individually 
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a noisy environment
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to lift and move
• Visit www.salary.com for local salary ranges for potential careers
• Up-to-date immunizations, including Hepatitis B and TB test, Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations**Required
• Adhere to dress (scrubs) and grooming requirements

Course Topics

• Academic Foundation/Anatomy and Physiology
• Communications/Medical Terminology
• Systems
• Employability Skills
• Legal Responsibilities
• Ethics
• Workplace Safety Practices
• Teamwork in Healthcare
• Health Maintenance Practices
• Technical Skills
• Information Technology in Healthcare

Students in this program will have the opportunity to participate in HOSA Future Health
Professionals. HOSA is a global student-led organization recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education and the Department of Health and Human Services and several federal and state
agencies. HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community, through education, collaboration, and experience. HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition exclusively for secondary, postsecondary, middle school, adult, and collegiate students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions. HOSA is 100% health care!

Exit Outcomes:

• Employability skills to seek, obtain, and keep employment in the health care industry.
• Individualized career exploration, through classroom and Work-Based Learning opportunities.
• Identification of and support for achieving an individualized Career Path Plan, to include post high school college or vocational training.
• College articulation
• National certification in CPR/First Aid at the healthcare level.
• CareerSafe OSHA Training
• Teamwork and leadership skills

Work-Based Learning Opportunities:

• Industry Advisory Board
• Industry field trips/tours
• Occupational speakers

There are 6 marking periods, each 6 weeks long. Grades for each marking period are weighed as follows:

Learning Activities 30% (Classwork)

Unit Assessment 35% (Assessments)

Work Habits 35% 

Our mission is to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and work habits to excel in their careers and future learning.

Course Title

Capital Area Patient Care Technician (CAPCT)

 National Career Cluster:  Health Sciences
 Michigan Career Pathway:  Health Sciences

Instructor

Adria Lee, MSN/Ed., RN
517.364.3068
adria.lee@inghamisd.org

Credentials

Registered Nurse 
Masters of Nursing Education 
Nursing Education Specialist

Types of credit

See High School Credit Options

Note: Local districts award high school credit, not the WTC.

Program Description 

This program will build on the knowledge from Health Foundations and provide students with knowledge and skills to be applied as a Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy Technician and EKG Technician. This is provided through lecture, lab and work-based learning components.

 Course Topics 

Throughout the school year, assignments and curriculum covered includes:

• Ferris State University Freshman Composition (college credit can be obtained based on classroom performance)
• Lecture Topics surrounding Phlebotomy, EKG testing & interpretation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare Safety and Compliance Training and Patient Care
• Advanced body systems and advanced medical terminology
• Clinical patient care skills
• Career and employment readiness/professionalism
• Mock Interviews/Job Fairs
• Job Shadow/clinicals/externships
• Tours, college visits and special guest/activities
• Leadership & Volunteering Opportunities including Blood Drive hosting, Holiday Adopt-a-Family, Health Foundations student collaboration/mentoring, HOSA

Student Leadership/CSTO Opportunity

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is an international career and technical student organization that prepares students for careers in the healthcare industry. Students may compete at the regional and state level competitions. Wilson Talent Center does not support competition at the National level as this requires extended travel. This is available to students who are interested in pursuing these activities outside of class

Classroom Information 

Class schedule:

• AM starts at 8:00 and ends at 10:40am, Hospital Days (M/Th, 7:30-10:10am)
• PM starts at 11:35am and ends at 2:15pm
• Breaks will be given at approximately: AM 9:00, PM 1:00; should time allow

Our schedule requires that we be flexible with this. To limit disruptions during class, if possible please take restroom breaks before and/or after class and/or during break time.

• There will be NO cell phone use during class time. Phones will be placed in classroom cell phone wall pockets during class. This is to minimize distractions from classroom content. Failure to comply can result in grade reflection on work habits, suspension of work-based learning and removal from the program should the use violate our partner's privacy policy.
• Badges should be worn at all times with uniform.
• To be excused early from class, students will need to have documentation from the home school or a parent and it will count as (LE) tardy and be deducted from the student's Bank35 accordingly.
• Drinks and food are allowed in class (not lab area) as long as it does not cause a distraction. Drinks must be covered or have lid, food should not have offensive odor, as we are in a contained area. Spills should be cleaned up immediately, and tables wiped after eating.

 Grading 

•  There are 6 marking periods, each approximately 6 weeks long, not counting holiday breaks. Grade percentages for each marking period are based up four Essential Competency Areas (ECA’s):  25% Employability and Professionalism, 25% Skill Attainment, 25% Career Exploration and Preparation, 25% Recognition of Abnormals 
• Any/All exams are given in a quiet setting where no talking or distractions are permitted. All students are allowed extra time to complete exams or private test-taking areas upon request.

 Attendance 

Absences: If you find that you MUST miss class;

• Notify me as you would notify an employer for a call-in (call, message, email, Remind App).
• Have a parent/guardian excuse your absence by calling the WTC @ 517-244-1306. Failing to do this will result in a NCNS (no call, no show). I DO NOT have authority in the system to excuse absences.
• If you no-call/no-show, it will result in a drop to your grade.

 Students are allotted 35 hours of sick time/absences per school year to maintain eligibility for national certification training hours. Each absence subtracts 2.5 hours from the allotted Bank35. Excellent attendance is required. 

 You will lose participation points for the day 

 Depending on the activity missed, you may/may not be able to make up assignments. i.e. hands on activities or labs, guest speakers, field trips, etc. 

Your employability and professionalism grade will be affected with each absence

 Parents will be notified of Bank35 balance at each marking period or in 10 hour increments. 

Students who exhaust their entire Bank35 will be ineligible for the national Patient Care Technician exam. 

Tardies (arriving late/leaving early-unless excused by your home school)

1. Notify me as you would your employer/job in advance
2. Tardies cannot be excused, so there is no need to have a parent/guardian call the WTC for a tardy.
3. You will lose hours from Bank35 in 15 minute increments.

 Please, enter/exit quietly with little interruption, just as if you were tardy to a business meeting/event. 

 You will lose a portion of your participation points, depending on what you missed 

 Depending on how late/early you leave, you may/may not be able to make up assignments. i.e. you miss the entire instruction set for our activity. 

 Your employability and professionalism grade will be affected by each tardy.

 Requirements/Program Prerequisites 

• Complete Health Foundations Program
• Good attendance and attitude
• Ability to work well in teams and individually 
• Ability to learn on-line
• Up-to-date immunizations
• Adhere to dress (scrubs) and grooming requirements
• Have transportation to and from the clinical site for work-based learning

NOTE: In the event that there are an outstanding number of applicants for the program the following will occur in creating a waitlist:

Behavior/discipline, grades, and attendance will be taken into account with each student receiving points in each area. Those students with the highest points based on that criteria will be awarded seats in the program with the remaining being placed on a waitlist in the respective order from highest points to lowest.

 Necessary Supplies 

Personal Laptop if preferred

Binders or folders of your choice to organize classwork

 Dress Code 

CLASSROOM: Class scrubs, black athletic/non-skid shoes, name badge, clean/well-groomed appearance, appropriate for a professional healthcare setting.

JOB SHADOWS/MENTOR VISITS/TOURS/CLINICALS: Class scrubs, black athletic/non-skid shoes, name badge, minimal jewelry (i.e., small earrings, no bracelets, no facial piercings), long hair pulled back or off shoulders, clean and trimmed nails, clean/well-groomed appearance.

*Students wishing to change before/after class will need to do so in the restrooms and on their own personal time.

Our mission is to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and work habits to excel in their careers and future learning.

Course Title

Medical Assistant 

National Career Cluster: Health Sciences 
Michigan Career Pathway: Health Sciences

Instructor

Sarah Morgan, RN, BSN
517.244.1347 
smorgan@inghamisd.org

Credentials

Registered Nurse
Certified American Heart Association BLS Instructor
First Aide Instructor

Instructional Assistant                      

Chelsea Lawson LPN
517.244.1341

Credentials

Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified American Heart Association BLS

Types of Credit

See High School Credit Options

Note: Local districts award high school credit, not the WTC/

Articulation Agreements

Students must complete all assignments and receive a grade of 80% or higher overall in order to receive articulation.

• Davenport University

Program Description

This program will build on the knowledge from Health Foundations and provide students with knowledge and skills to be applied in the outpatient work setting as a medical assistant, phlebotomist, or pharmacy technician through a work–based learning component. Certification opportunities include Clinical Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician and Pharmacy Technician.

Course Topics/Hands on Learning Labs:

• Patient Care
  •  Vital Signs, Suture Removal, Wound Care, Assisting in minor surgeries
• Laboratory Testing
• Phlebotomy
• Pharmacology
• HIPAA/Universal precautions and safety
• Infection control
• Medical terminology
• Use of medical equipment; EKG, PFT, Holter monitor
• Telephone/Reception Skills
• Appointment Scheduling
• Maintenance of Health Records

Exit Outcomes

• Employability skills to seek, obtain, and keep employment in the health care industry.
• Identification of and support for achieving an individualized Career Path Plan, to include post high school college or vocational training.
• College articulation at Lansing Community College
• Teamwork and leadership skills and externships
• Skills necessary to take the National Healthcareer Association Certifications
  •  Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
  •  Certified Phlebtomy Technician (CPT)
  •  Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT)

Special Requirements/Program Prerequisites

• Complete Health Foundations Program
• Good attendance and attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams and individually 
• Ability to learn on-line
• Up-to-date immunizations, obtain blood tests (Hepatitis B titer and QuantiFERON-TB Gold) and well-child exam summary or Sports Physical (worksites may require flu or covid vaccinations)
• Have transportation to and from the clinical site for work-based learning

Dress Code

Professional health attire is expected every day. The below standards were developed with input from the Medical Assisting advisory board, meet industry standards, safety requirements and will help our students develop the needed soft skills employers are seeking. Students are required to have:

• Close-toed shoes (student provided)
• Scrubs daily (2 sets and jacket provided) 
• Long hair pulled back
• School ID
• Natural nails only, intact polish allowed
• Professional grooming standards

Grading Policy

There are 6 marking periods, each 6-7 weeks long. Grades for each marking period are weighed as follows:

Learning Activities 35% (Classwork)

Unit Assessment 30% (Assessments)

Work Habits 35%

Attendance Requirements

Students are allotted 35 hours of sick time/absences per school year to maintain eligibility for national certifications. Each absence subtracts 2.5 hours from the allotted Bank35. Each tardy subtracts minimum of 15 minutes.