Health and Human Services Cluster

Allied Health:

The program is designed for college preparatory students in grade 12 who are interested in pursuing a medical or health science career after high school. The program is unique in that it is based in the hospital. Students enrolled in this program will report daily to the hospital where they will receive theoretical and technical instruction. In addition, through a bi-weekly schedule of clinical rotations, students will gain practical experience while working alongside the individual professionals in their specific departments.

This program will take students into major department of the hospital, such as – Emergency Room, Nursing Care Units, Medical Laboratories, Radiology, Respiratory Care, Pharmacy, Cardiovascular Services, Physical Therapy, Endoscopy, Occupational Therapy, Operating Room (optional).

Criteria for admission: Students should apply for admission while in 11th grade. GPA, attendance and conduct records are primary considerations for acceptance. Performance in an interview may be evaluated as well. Students must have recommendations from a science teacher, guidance counselor and parent or guardian. A physical exam, negative two-step tuberculosis test and hepatitis B vaccination, and a cleared criminal record check must be obtained prior to entrance into the program. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation.

Biotechnology:

Biotechnology is a diverse and challenging field with excellent opportunities for advancement and career growth in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, as well as research. The program introduces students to core competencies and practical applications. Students comply with safety guidelines while learning standard laboratory techniques of microbiology, preparing media and solutions. Specialized training is then provided in cell culture, protein purification, recombinant DNA technology and forensics.

This is a laboratory intensive program that integrates technical competency with employability skills and related academic content.

In partnership with Montgomery County Community College, a junior/senior course is available at NMTCC. Students earn six college credits for an introductory survey course in Biotechnology and a laboratory course emphasizing technical skills and instrumentation.  The application process includes a personal interview, a visit to the Biotechnology laboratory, a letter of recommendation from a science teacher, and submission of a completed application form with a high school transcript. Acceptance into the program is determined in the spring. 

Students accepted into the morning session are required to provide their own transportationsince class starts at 7:30 AM. Students accepted into the afternoon session are transported by their sending school.

Prerequisites: Biology and concurrent Chemistry

Health Occupations:

The curriculum focuses on delivering quality health care to clients in various settings. It includes hands on experience at local health care facilities and privides the technical training needed to pursue a health care career.

Protective Services:

This program will provide students with an experience in the general public service occupation cluster. After covering a broad curriculum, students will specialize in several aspects of emergency medical service, police science, security, emergency medical technician, environmental protection, installation of security devices and other related occupational fields. Upon completion of the program, students will attain certification in the following areas

• Security Officer - Levels One, Two and Three
• American Red Cross First Aid
• American Red Cross Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• American Red Cross Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• American Heart Association Cardio-Pulmonary
• Resuscitation (CPR)
• American Heart Association Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Emergency Medical Technician · Expandable Baton Certification
• Self Defense – Levels One to Three as prescribed by the National Martial Arts Association.