This course focuses on the development of clinical skills needed to assess general health
status. Students will learn about accepted health care practices and demonstrate an understanding of some basic procedures and the use of appropriate instruments and equipment.
They will identify the characteristics of the human immune system and learn about
pathology and disease prevention and treatment. Students will expand their awareness of
workers' health and safety issues, environmental and societal issues related to health care,
professional practice standards, and postsecondary destinations in the field. Prerequisite: Health Care, Grade 11, College Preparation
