Health Sciences

              


Western School District
There may be additional requirements for high school graduation.  For more information see the Curriculum Guide
(click here) or contact your counselor.

   COLLEGE PREP ENDORSEMENT CREDITS/COURSES

  English                       4 (Acc. English 10/American Lit/
                                          Composition or AP Lit.)
  Social Studies            4 (Ancient/Mod. World History/
                                          Am. History or Acc. Am. History)
  Science                      3 (Biology/Chemistry/Elective)
  Math                           3 (Algebra/Geometry/Algebra II)
  Foreign Language      2 years same language
  Fine Arts                     recommended 2 years		  Career Cruising  is a comprehensive career program that offers users of all ages:
 ● Career Matchmaker - match careers with interests
 ●  Explore Careers - find the career information you're looking for
 ●  multimedia interviews with real people in every career
 ●  Explore universities and colleges
 ●  Browse earnings, working conditions,
      core tasks, education requirements
 ●  Do you enjoy working with
      People, Info or Things?
 ●  Search for careers		     CAREER DEVELOPMENT ONLINE
 ● In-depth profiles in hundreds of different careers
 ● Multimedia interviews with real people in each and every career
● Explore Career Pathways in the career that matches your
    interests, likes and dislikes, and education levels
● Career  Samples and what a typical day is
    like in the career you choose.  Tasks,
    video clips, interviews, salary
    ranges, and working
    conditions
       
Bachelor's Degree           Post Secondary  
7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 4-Year College Bound Bachelor's Degree
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Alg. A/B/Alg.I/Geo./Alg. II
*Computer Tech I or II
*Practical Law/World
    Cultures
Foreign Language
Parent Child Development
First Aid		 *Acc. Eng. 10
*American History/Acc. American History
*Alg. A/B/Alg. I/Geo./Alg. II
*Biology
Foreign Language
Home Economics Survival Skills
Quest		 *American Literature
*Geometry/AlgebraII/Pre Calc./Trig.
*Oral Communications
*Government/Economics
Chemistry/Physics
Foreign Language
Psychology/Sociology
Anatomy & Physiology
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Alg. II/Pre Calc./AP Calc.
Physics/Adv. Science
Anatomy/Physiology
AP World Lit./Composition
Elective
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations


Earn an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree in first two years at Jackson Community then transfer to finish a 4-year Bachelor's Degree.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Biochemist $27,833- 58,380
Biochemist $28,668-66,419
Dentist $51,900-99,305
Medical Records Personnel $19,635-59,500
Nursing Home Administrator $51,595-154,781
Pharmacist $24,440-36,587
Physical Therapist $41,588-56,160
Registered Nurse $32,864-53,851
Veterinarian $38,670-67,568
Associate Degree or Apprenticeship         2-Year College Bound Associate in Applied Science Degree
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives
 		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Alg. A/B/Alg.I/Geo.
*Practical Law/World
    Cultures
*Computer Tech. I or II
Parent and Child
    Development
First Aid		 *Acc. Eng. 10/Eng. 10
*Life Science/Biology
*American History/Acc. American
    History
*Alg. A/B/Alg I./ Geo./Applied
    Math/Alg. II
Foreign Language
Home Economics Survival Skills
 		 *American Lit/Eng. 11
*Geo./Alg.II/Pre Calc./Trig.
*Oral Communications
*Government/Economics
Biology/Chemistry
Anatomy & Physiology
Psychology/Sociology
Quest
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Psychology/Sociology
Composition/American Lit.
Geo./Alg.II/Pre Calc./Trig.
Anatomy/Physiology
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations


Earn an Associate in Applied Science Degree and enter an occupation upon graduation from Jackson Community College.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer $29,286-41,724
Emergency Medical Technician $18,727-30,216
Medical Assistant $16,952-23,816
Registered Nurse $32,864-53,851
High School           1-Year College Bound Certificate or Apprenticeship
*Life Science
*Language
*Skills For Adolescence/
    Geography
*Math
*PE
*High Tech
Elective		 *Earth Science
*Language
*U.S. History
*Math/Algebra
*PE
Electives
 		 *English 9
*Physical Science
*PE/Health
*Integrated Math/Alg.
    A/B/Alg.I/Geo.
*Practical Law/World
    Cultures
*Computer Tech I or II
Parent & Child Development
First Aid		 *English 10
*American History
*Alg A/B/Alg.I/Geo./Applied Math
Life Science/Biology
Foreign Language
Home Economics Survival Skills		 *English 11
*Oral Communication
*Government/Economics
Applied Math/Alg. II/Geo./Trig.
Consumer Chem./Ecology
Biology/Chemistry
Quest
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations		 *Senior Transitions
Ancient/Mod. World History
Composition/American Lit.
Geometry/Alg. II/Cons. Math
Chemistry/Biology
Anatomy/Physiology
Psychology/Sociology
 JACC Programs
Health Occupations Cluster
Health Occupations


Earn a Certificate and/or Apprenticeship and enter an occupation upon graduation from Jackson Community College.  Career Center Articulation Agreements below.
JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE
ANNUAL
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer $29,286-41,724
Emergency Medical Technician $18,727-30,216
Home Health Aide $19,884-32,594
Licensed Practical Nurse $21,299-42,407
Medical Assistant $16,952-23,816
Medical Records Personnel $19,635-59,500
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WORK-BASED LEARNING / SERVICE LEARNING

SERVICE LEARNING
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Career Shadowing

 Co-Op

Apprenticeship

Community as Schools
   

 

Michigan's Career Preparation System:
The Career Preparation System is a state-wide effort to enhance career awareness at all grade levels.  It will do this by
providing the necessary academic, technical, and work behavior knowledge and skills for success in a career of choice.                         
The goals of the Career Preparation System are:

● Expand the educational choices available to students and their parents;
● Ensure that Career Preparation is an integral part of our educational system;
● Increase involvement by business and community organizations in Career Preparation; and
● Establish system standards and accountability to ensure high quality.

Credit Articulation Agreement: Health Sciences

J.A.C.C. Course Title J.C.C. Course Equivalent  J.C.C Credits
Health Occupations  LPN or MOA 110 Medical Technology 2 Credits
  HOC 130 Introduction to Health Occupations 3 Credits

What is Articulation?
Articulation is a term used to describe the various methods by which a student can 1) receive credit
for competencies mastered outside the college classroom; or 2) begin college study in courses higher
than entry level.  The different types of articulation include advanced placement, business, professional,
and/or private organization certification by examination and formal articulation agreements.

Prepared by the J.C.I.S.D.
The Jackson County Intermediate School District subscribes to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities, and employment
as required by law and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, familial or
marital status, or disability in its programs and activities.  "TDD-Hearing Impaired", 1-800-356-3232; number calling, 517-768-5200 to
reach Jackson County Intermediate School District.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-
discrimination policies: Human Resources Director, 6700 Browns Lake Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201, 517-768-5200. 

Links to online Tools for Career Pathways:
(Click on the title to access the web site in a new window)

Career Cruising (see your counselor for login information)

South Central Michigan Works

Michigan Department of Education
 

 

 

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