HUMAN SERVICES — CAM

Overview

The Human Services Pathway is about careers that work with people and for people. Courses will help students to identify and select a focus area. In their Junior year, students will pick a focus class, either Advanced Child Development, a focus on education for students interested in teaching young children, or Human Development, for students interested in all other social service areas. All CAM students will take a Senior seminar course where they will complete an internship of their choice in one of the areas indicated in this section. Students are also required to pick four classes from the selected classes listed below:

CORE CLASSES:

Advanced Child Development (focus on education) ** Prerequisite: 2 Semesters of Health & Family
OR
Human Development (focus on social services)

Technical Writing
Psychology
Law & Society
2 years of World Language

SENIOR YEAR:

Human Services Seminar with Career-Based Learning Experience

SELECTIVES: (You must select a minimum of 4)

Health & Family
Environmental Law
Multicultural Studies
Intro to Business
Government
Modern American & World Issues
Peer Tutoring
Human Sexuality
College Writing
Leadership
Advanced Wellness
Philosophy

HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
SC, HE 1.0 Credit
11, 12

Human anatomy includes learning about the structure, foundation and components of the body. Physiology addresses how these systems work together to maintain the health of the entire person. In this class, we will look at the healthy individual as well as what happens when the systems don’t function properly. The learning in this course will be linked to Medical Foundations and Personal Wellness.

MEDICAL FOUNDATIONS: JUNIOR CAM STUDENTS
HE 1.0 Credit
11
Prerequisites: Health & Family OR Personal Health & Fitness

This is an introduction to basic healthcare principles: the health care system, ethical and legal issues, qualities of a health care worker, basic clinical skills, and first aid and CPR certification Clinical rotations/job shadows in health related occupations included. Lab fee: $135.

ADVANCED HEALTH SERVICES:
SENIOR CAM STUDENTS
AA .5 Credit
12
Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Foundations and Medical Terminology

This is an advanced course that builds on Medical Foundations, Anatomy & Physiology and Medical Terminology. Emphasis will be placed on the advanced skills and knowledge needed for successful internships. Topics include career related learning standards, advanced clinical skills and development of personal portfolios.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
HE .5 Credit
11, 12

This class will explore medical terminology and its use in the medical field. College Now credit is available when certain criteria have been met. Book Fee: $55.

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
AA, OS, HE .5 Credit
10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: 1 Semester of Health & Family and teacher recommendation OR 2 semesters of Health & Family

This is a year-long course focusing on the Human Life Span from prenatal development through adulthood. The curriculum integrates human relationships, self-evaluation, observation and research techniques, as well as learning and human development theories. Practical experiences and application of classroom presentations will take place in a variety of human service settings.

TECHNICAL WRITING
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of one year of high school English

This course is primarily a Cyber-school course. This course teaches students writing skills they will need most of their adult lives. A college preparatory course, students will also be exposed to writing for the world of work as well as for their own personal needs. Sample writing assignments include business letters, resumés, memos, directions, specifications, and complaint and adjustment letters. This course is for students able to work independently, can meet deadlines and enjoy working with computer technology.

PSYCHOLOGY
SS .5 Credit
11, 12

The roots of human behavior have developed through years of experiential learning and are equally as shaped by the intrinsic qualities of nature. This course will focus on the question of nature vs. nurture and provide a general overview of psychological processes and concepts. Topics of discussion may include learning, memory, sensation, perception, motivation, altered states of consciousness, abnormal behavior and emotion. Some emphasis will be placed on the role of psychology in determining our own identities and of those around us. Theories such as behaviorism, humanism, functionalism and structuralism will serve as the foundations of our exploration into the world of psychology.

LAW & AMERICAN SOCIETY
SS .5 Credit
11, 12

Law and American Society will offer a broad overview of the U.S. legal system, with a focus on the legal issues facing Americans in everyday life. The course provides students with an understanding of their legal rights and responsibilities, knowledge of everyday legal problems and the ability to analyze, evaluate, and in some situations, resolve legal disputes. Students will examine areas of criminal and civil law, juvenile justice, torts, the Bill of Rights and consumer, family and individual rights law. Emphasis will be placed on active learning and project-based activities and assessment. Lawyers from local firms and police officers will be regular guests. Field trips to local courthouses are planned.

HUMAN SERVICES SEMINAR
AA, OS, SS 1.5 Credit
Prerequisite: Human Development

This year long seminar will focus on advanced topics in both sociology and psychology. Presentation, writing and teaching skills will be emphasized. Topics we cover will include moral and ethical development (both personal and professional), career development, and social issues. Further issues, such as human relations and mediation, will be explored also. During this year, the student will select an area of interest from Child & Family Services, Education or Law & Public Policy, and complete 90 hours of a career- related learning experience in their area of choice. This course will end with a final project and completion of the student’s portfolio.