Essentials of Healthcare is the second in a series of courses offered to students who are interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field. This course is designed to provide an overall framework of basic skills utilized in the provision of direct client care. Monitoring and evaluating client status includes assessment techniques such as vital signs, as well as the mathematical concepts appropriate to clinical expectations. We will conduct an indepth review of the human body systems focusing on anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology which will prepare students for the next course in the pathway. We will also focus on skills and medical terminology pertaining to each body system.
Over the course of the year, my goal is that each student become proficient in each of the
Georgia Performance Standards for the Essentials of Healthcare course. All Standards may be found at www.georgiastandards.org . Your success is important to me. I am available daily before school by appointment, and after school on Thursdays from 4pm-5pm. Please let me know if you need to set up an appointment for a Thursday afternoon tutorial session so I can be prepared for you.

You MUST come to class with the required materials each day. You will have notes, worksheets, handouts, assignments, etc. that you must keep track of to excel in this course.
1. composition book
2. folder with pockets and/or prongs
3. pen or pencil
4. small set of colored pencils
5. glue stick or rubber cement
Diversified Health Occupations (8 th
edition)
Body Structures and Functions (10 th
edition)
Appropriate behavior is a MUST ! We are practicing to enter the real work world as a health care professional and must model this competency. I will adhere to all Rules and
Regulations in the Student Code of Conduct as well as any Rules and Regulations specific to
South Effingham High School.
1 st
offense: verbal warning
2 nd
offense: conference with student
3 rd
offense: parent notification
4 th offense: disciplinary referral

1.
You are to be in the room and seated before the tardy bell rings. Enter quietly, quickly and be seated in your assigned seat. Class time is a time for learning and not socializing with your friends.
2. You are expected to sit in your assigned desk in the proper position with your head up
and your eyes open. Sleeping and/or putting your head down on the desk is not
allowed.
3. No food or drinks (other than water) are allowed in the classroom.
4. Use the restroom before class. Do not ask to leave the classroom.
5. NO electronic devices are permitted in this classroom. This includes cell phones, iPads, headphones, etc. If I see your electronic device once the tardy bell rings, the following consequences will be enforced:
First offense: Electronic device will be taken away for remainder of class period and placed in technology basket on my desk.
Second offense: Electronic device will be given to an administrator to keep for the remainder of the day.
Third offense: Electronic device will be given to an administrator and parent will have to come to pick up.
NO exceptions! You cannot charge your cell phones in my classroom.
6. Grooming is not allowed in the classroom.
7. Respect yourself, your peers, and your teacher.
8. Lab: The lab is for instruction, demonstration, and skill practice only. No horseplay is allowed in the lab. All jackets must be removed before entering the lab area and long hair must be pinned back.

9. In case of absence, it is YOUR responsibility to see me for make- up work. You are
also responsible for getting any notes from a classmate or staying for tutorial to make
up work. If you miss a test or a quiz, it is YOUR responsibility to schedule a time to
make it up. All quizzes and tests must be made up within one week of your return to school . Five (5) points per day will be deducted from your grade for late assignments or projects.
10. Please stay seated when the dismissal bell rings, and I will dismiss you.
Grades will be based on a variety of assignments including worksheets, projects, quizzes, tests, labs, presentations, and participation.
CTAE Grading as required by school district:
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Projects & Labs

Classwork
50%
25%
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Tests & Quizzes 25%
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LEOCT (overall) 20%
Students must follow the late work and make up work procedures for SEHS.
HOSA is a national, student-led organization. HOSA’s two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality healthcare to all people. HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, teamwork, and recognition for students enrolled in healthcare science courses. HOSA students have the opportunity to compete against other HOSA students at regional, state, and national competitions. Participation in HOSA provides a valuable experience and is a great college resume/extracurricular builder.
Membership Dues are $25.00.

Please take this syllabus home and review it with your parent(s)/guardian. Sign the form below and return it tomorrow.
I have read all pages of the syllabus and agree to abide by all the rules and regulations of this class, South Effingham High School, and Effingham County Schools.
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