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Course: Allied Health Internship

School Type:
High School
School Max Description:
Allied Health Intern
Content Area:
Project Lead The Way (PLTW)
Description:
Students who have completed the first three courses in the Academy of Health Professions pathway may enroll in this internship course. Students participating in the extended internship experience will participate in a clinical experience and/or secure an internship in a professional healthcare setting such as a hospital, physician’s office, or pharmacy. Students are required to develop a resume that reflects their interest and clinical experience to pursue a career in Health Care; have an agreement among the student, parent, teacher and worksite mentor which includes specific technical and academic outcomes for the student; participate in a school based seminar class at least once a week to share experiences; prepare a professional portfolio that aligns to the SkillsUSA portfolio requirements containing, but not limited to, an updated resume, school transcript, letters of reference, achievements and awards, community project participation and projects; complete a research paper and present it to a panel of industry representatives and be supervised by an instructor or work based learning agreement.
Course Code:
980053
Prerequisites:
Enrolled in Health Professions Program; Foundations of Medical and Health Science; Structure and Functions of the Human Body; Medical Specialty course; and Health Professions Programs
Credits:
2.0
Health Professions CTE
Dual Enrollment Compatible Course:
No
NCAA Eligible:
No
Grading Factors:

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