A.H. PARKER HIGH
HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAM
Course Syllabus
Instructor:
Course Title:
Course Length:
Grade Level:
Prerequisite:
Mrs. J. Yarbrough
Medical Terminology
Two Semesters
10, 11, & 12
None
Credit: 1
Essential Question(s) What character, knowledge, skills and preparation is needed for the
potential 21st century worker in healthcare & a healthcare-related career?
Program Goals: The goal of this program is to provide our students with a foundation in
building good character traits and healthcare skills in preparation for a career and/or
postsecondary education
Course Description: Medical Terminology is a one credit optional course that: introduces
students to medical language using an integrated approach consisting of anatomy & physiology
and the disease process. This course demonstrates a relationship to science and language arts.
Instructional Philosophy: Having a positive attitude and a willingness to be challenged, it is my
belief that all students have the ability to: learn, meet course goals, and complete required
course work.
Course Requirements Each student is required to purchase two (1 inch) binders with pockets
for Class work and Assignments and Exit Journals. The purpose of this binder is to assist you in
learning and developing organizational skills. Students are responsible for coming to class
prepared to listen and learn with the necessary supplies: pencil or ink pen (black or blue only)
and loose leaf paper for your binder. Classroom participation and questions are encouraged as
we learn from each other and work together.
Course Goals
Students enrolled in Medical Terminology
will:
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Demonstrate mastery of terms related to health awareness, health practice, and health careers
through knowledge gained in the areas of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and Pathophysiology
Culminating Product(s)
 Demonstration of medical language using medical terminology, the components of
medical terms; and
 Demonstration of a relationship to science and language arts.
 Career Readiness & Postsecondary knowledge base foundation
Credentials: Upon completion of this program, students are afforded an opportunity to be
prepared to undertake a dual enrollment course at the postsecondary associate’s degree level
A.H. Parker
Health Science Program
Medical Terminology
Mrs. J. Yarbrough
Instructional Strategies:
Strategies will be diverse to meet the individual needs of our
visual, auditory and tactile learners. Meeting the requirements of our Course of Study, my
strategies will integrate the following to prepare our student for a real world beyond our
classroom: math, science, language arts, social science & technology information/ application
activities and assignments.
 Peer mentoring (small or whole
 Small & whole group
group)
discussion
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Demonstrations
Role play
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Videos
Real world application ( Critical Thinking/ Application Questions – Why….?- How….?)
Computer interactive resources
Computer Interactive Learning
Activities
Assessment Procedures:
Student evaluation/ assessment will be based on:
Performance & written exams when applicable
Small and whole group activities
Course projects when applicable
Case Studies when applicable
100% TOTAL POSSIBLE:
Written Exams / Projects
Written Assignments / Worksheets
Case Studies /
Activities
Final Exam –
40%
30%
20
10%
100%
20%
Course Outline
1st & 2nd 9 weeks
Introduction to Medical Terminology
Levels of Body Organization
Integumentary System
Musculoskeletal System
3rd & 4th 9 weeks
Cardiovascular System
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Urinary System
Reproductive System
Male & Female
Nervous System
Blood, Lymphatic & Immune System
Endocrine
Special Senses
Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO)Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is the state & national organization affiliated with this
program. Our national office is located in Dallas Texas
A.H. Parker
Health Science Program
Medical Terminology
Mrs. J. Yarbrough
Attendance Policy:
The attendance policy is outlined in the Birmingham City Schools Student Code of Conduct Handbook
Classroom Safety & Security
All students are expected to be familiar with emergency evacuation procedures, classroom and medical
safety procedures, and potential classroom hazards. Students should review these procedures at the
beginning of the semester, either orally or by reading written in formation as reviewed.
Date Adopted 8-1-09jry
Date Revised 9-3-09jry
8-1-11jry
8-1-12jry
8/14/13jry
8-12-14jry
No person shall be denied the benefits of or subjected to discrimination based on disability, gender,
race, religion, national origin, color, age or genetics