Health Science Foundations

Issued by Pearson Virtual Schools

Earner has acquired foundational knowledge required to pursue a career in the healthcare industry, learning basic medical terminology, principles of anatomy and physiology, and legal and ethical responsibilities and exploring communication, teamwork, and leadership techniques. Earner has examined infection control, first-aid, and CPR, and learned about measuring a patient's vitals. Earner has also learned about systems of measurement, medical math, and reading and interpreting charts.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Months
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

Successfully complete both semesters of Health Science Foundations

Standards

Career & Self Development (Courtesy of NACE Career Readiness Competencies)

Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one’s organization.

Critical Thinking (Courtesy of NACE Career Readiness Competencies)

Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

Communication (Courtesy of NACE Career Readiness Competencies)

Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

Professionalism (Courtesy of NACE Career Readiness Competencies)

Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.