Allied Health Sciences is a 2-year "College Tech Prep" program at Lorain County JVS that gives students a solid head start on exciting health and medical careers. Because the program integrates rigorous academic preparation with hands-on technical instruction, students will be well prepared to continue their education at Lorain County Community College (LCCC) or another 2 or 4 year college or university of their choice.

Allied Health Science students complete college preparatory academics at their home school and attend the JVS for their technical course work. Juniors attend JVS classes in the morning and seniors in the afternoon. Classes meet five days per week for 150-minute blocks, making regular attendance vital to student success.

The program is an option to all students in the Lorain County JVS District. To be considered, a GPA of at least 2.75 is highly recommended. Students should have also completed Algebra I (grade "C" or higher) and Biology (grade "B" or higher); hold an excellent attendance record; and have passed all sections of the Ohio Graduation test prior to program application. Lastly, students must produce verification that their immunization status is up-to-date, including MMR, Tetanus and Hepatitis vaccination series.

Students may earn up to 19 college credits through an articulated credit agreement between the JVS and LCCC. These credits may be used at LCCC toward an Allied Health degree or diploma program (depending on the program selected) or may transfer to another college or university (depending on that educational institution's credit policies).

Program Highlights

• Prepare for college and get advanced preparation and experience for entering a health profession.
• Be exposed to a wide variety of health careers, explore job roles and their required training and education.
• Learn about medical ethics, infection control, safety, body mechanics, nutrition, communication, employability skills, teamwork and professionalism.
• Interact and work with LCCC college professors during high school.
• Earn up to 19 college credits toward a college certificate/degree.
• Gain certification in American Red Cross First Aid and American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Participate in focused observations, volunteer projects and internships in the health care field.
• Earn your Ohio "State-Tested Nurse Aide" (STNA) license.
• Develop leadership and team skills by competing in student professional organizations and contests.

College Credit Courses

• College 101 (SDEV 101)
• Intro to Patient Care (ALHN 113)
• General Pathology (ALHN 121)
• Nurse Aide Training (STNA - ALHN 114)
• Medical Terminology (ALHN 110)
• First Aid & Safety (HLED 153)
• Body Structure & Function (BIOG 115)
• Introduction to Medical Assisting (MDAS 111)