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Pre-Nursing and Healthcare - ECASD (Eau Claire Students Only)

CVTC and Eau Claire school district have partnered to offer high school juniors and seniors who are serious about pursuing a career in the medical field the opportunity to earn high school and college credit. Dual credit academies give high school students a chance to expand their career options and get a jump - start on their post - secondary credits towards a degree in healthcare.  Limited to 16 students in the CNA. 

Check out the Pre - Nursing and Healthcare Academy video below for more details on this academy.
https://youtu.be/Zl99hWUPzkQ

Requirements:

  • Must be 16 years old prior to Nursing Assistant clinicals.
  • Must enroll in all four courses to be accepted into the academy.
  • Prerequisite: must have completed high school Chemistry or Prep for Basic Chemistry with a grade of C or higher.
  • *Covid vaccine may be required prior to clinicals or you may need an approved exemption. 

Location: CVTC Business Education Center | Clinical Location: TBD

Credential:

  • Opportunity to earn a Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA (30 - 543 - 1), Technical Diploma
  • 10 credits of health related coursework that apply to a number of CVTC programs

Medical Terminology (3 credits) will be offered at your high school.

When: August 26, 2024 – May 23, 2025

Location: Locations Vary



Course TitleCourse Schedule

Nursing Assistant
2 Credits

Fall 2024

Dates & Times: August 29 -  December 13, 2024 | Times: Lab and Lecture 7:00 - 9:30 am | Days: Th/F. Clinicals ( River Pines) 6:00 - 10:00 am| Days Th or F. 

General A&P
4 Credits

Fall 2024

Dates & Times: August 26 -  December 13, 2024 | Times: 8:00 - 9:55am | Days: M/T/W


Advanced A&P
4 Credits

Spring 2025

Dates & Times: January 27  -  May 23, 2025 | Times: 8:00 - 9:55am | Days: M/T/W

Developmental Psychology

3 Credits

Spring 2025

Dates & Times: January 27 -  May 23, 2025 | Times: 8:00 - 9:25 am | Days: Th/F


*CPR is a requirement for many CVTC Health Programs. Please consider signing up for CPR through CVTC. 

Course Descriptions

543 - 300 Nursing Assistant (2 credits)
This course is a combination lecture, lab, and clinical practice conducted in long - term care facilities. It covers basic body function and structure, nutrition, nursing care procedures, and ethical and legal considerations. This course is recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services as a nursing assistant training program. For successful completion you'll need to have access to a computer with an Internet hookup. This could be in your home, at a nearby library, at one of the CVTC branch campuses, or another location that is convenient for you. A Wisconsin criminal background check is required at the start of class.

806 - 177 General Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits)
Examines basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to health sciences. Using a body systems approach, the course emphasizes the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. It is intended to prepare health care professionals who need to apply basic concepts of whole body anatomy and physiology to informed decision - making and professional communication with colleagues and patients.

806 - 179 Advanced Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits)
This course is the second semester in a two - semester sequence in which normal human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Instructional delivery within a classroom and laboratory setting. Experimentation within a science lab will include analysis of cellular metabolism, the individual components of body systems such as the nervous, neuro - muscular, cardiovascular, and urinary. Continued examination of homeostatic mechanisms and their relationship to fluid, electrolyte, acid - base balance and blood. Integration of genetics to human reproduction and development are also included in this course.

809 - 188 Developmental Psychology (3 Credits)
This is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others. It is recommended that either Intro to Psychology (809 - 198) or Psychology of Human Relations (809 - 199) be completed before taking this course.

Just the Facts

Fall 2024
13 Credit High School Academy

Registration Status
Open

Academy Dates
August 26, 2024 - May 23, 2025

Days of The Week
M - F

Times
7 - 10 a.m.

Classroom Location
CVTC Health Education Center

Clinical Location
River Pines

Clinical Days of The Week
Th or F

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