Specialty
Center
Course
Offerings
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Hanover County Specialty Center Courses
Design, Multimedia and Web Technologies
Design, Multimedia and Web Technologies ADV
Electronics I
Electronics II
Electronics III
Electronics IV
Engineering Exploration
Manufacturing Systems I
Manufacturing Systems II
Nurse Aide Program
Public Safety I & II
Sports Medicine II
Specialty Center Dual Enrollment Courses at
Reynolds Community College
EMT
Fire Science
Human Anatomy
Medical Technology and Laboratory Medicine Program
Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program
Design, Multimedia and
Web Technologies
Design, Multimedia and Web Technologies - Grades 9-12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Students develop proficiency in designing and creating desktop
published projects, multimedia presentations / projects and
websites using industry-standard application software. Students
apply principles of layout and design in completing projects.
Students create portfolios that include a resume and a variety of
desktop published multimedia and website projects produced in the
course.
Design, Multimedia and
Web Technologies ADV
Design, Multimedia and Web Technologies ADV - Grades 10-12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Students develop proficiency in designing and creating desktop
published projects, multimedia presentations / projects and
websites using industry-standard application software. Students
apply principles of layout and design in completing projects.
Students create portfolios that include a resume and a variety of
desktop published multimedia and website projects produced in the
course.
Electronics I
Electronics Level I - Grades 9 - 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course provides comprehensive, hands-on instruction in the
terminology, principles and applications of DC circuits, AC circuits
and magnetism / electromagnetism. Working with instructional
technology, students will isolate, identify and test a series of
circuits. Students will perform troubleshooting exercises to
demonstrate mastery of course objectives.
Electronics II
Electronics Level II - Grades 10 - 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
This course provides comprehensive, hands-on instruction in the
terminology, principles and application of digital logic circuits and
digital circuits. Students will use instructional technology to identify
and test a series of circuits as well as to perform troubleshooting
exercises.
Electronics III
Electronics Level III - Grades 11- 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
This course provides comprehensive, hands-on instruction in the
terminology, principles and application of analog communications
and digital communications, including Robotics Systems and Basic
Programming. Students will use their knowledge from Electronics I
and II and apply it to advanced circuitry. Students will use
instructional technology to demonstrate mastery of course
objectives.
Electronics IV
Electronics Level IV – Grade 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
This course provides comprehensive, hands-on training in the
terminology and principles of semiconductor devices, robotics,
engineering and programming. Students will use their previous
knowledge and skills from earlier courses to gain a deeper
understanding for advanced AC and DC Circuits. Students will use
instructional technology to demonstrate mastery of course
objectives.
Engineering Exploration
Engineering Exploration - Grades 9 - 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course provides a pre-engineering curriculum in
which students will earn essential knowledge for several
different types of engineering. The pre-engineering
laboratory classroom contains computers and software for
students to work in teams to master content in the
background of engineering, explore career opportunities
for engineers and begin to apply math and science skills to
solve complex, real-world problems in mechanical,
aerospace, materials, civil, environmental, chemical,
industrial and electrical engineering.
Manufacturing Systems I
Manufacturing Systems I - Grades 9 - 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This sequence of two courses in Automated
Manufacturing prepares students for college and/or
careers in manufacturing. The two courses utilize
multimedia and provide comprehensive hands-on
activities in the following content areas:
- Design
- Industrial Electronics
- Mechanical Systems
- Automation and Material Handling
- Manufacturing Process
- Quality Control
- Material Processing
- Packaging
Manufacturing Systems II
Manufacturing Systems II - Grades 10 - 12
Year - 1 Weighted Credit
Students who completed Automated Manufacturing I
and mastered Level I curriculum will broaden their
knowledge of the eight main subject areas studied,
concentrating on impacts and issues concerning
manufacturing. Also, students will create a fictitious
manufacturing company and develop a product from
design to sale, showing that the student has learned all
content areas of manufacturing.
Nurse Aide Program
Benefits of Enrollment:
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Become a licensed nurse aide in just 1 year
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Work in a clinical environment (hospital, long-term care
facilities and rehabilitative facilities)
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Hands on instruction
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Meet students with same interests
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Small class sizes
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Earn an average of $11.50 / hour ($24K / year) – recent
students make anywhere from $12-$15/hour
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Job outlook faster than average
(LPN Program available –
Ask your counselor for more info)
Nurse Aide Program
Nurse Aide I - Grade 11 or 12
Semester - 1 Credit
Emphasizes the study of nursing occupations as related
to the health care system. Students study normal
growth and development, simple body structure and
function, medical terminology, etc… They receive skill
training in patient – nursing assistant relationships,
taking and recording vital signs, cardiopulmonary
resuscitation and bathing, feeding, dressing and
transporting patients in hospitals and nursing homes.
Nurse Aide Program
Nurse Aide II - Grade 11 or 12
Semester – 1 Credit
An occupational preparation course emphasizing
advanced skill training in areas such as catheter care,
range of motion, bowel and bladder training, care of the
dying, selected procedures for maternal and infant care
and admission and discharge procedures. Students
learn diseases and body systems as related to
advanced clinical care of the acute medical-surgical
patient, the chronically ill and the elderly. On the job
instruction in licensed nursing homes and hospitals is
part of the course.
Public Safety I & II
Semester One / Grade 10 and up
Public Safety I - ½ Credit
Semester Two / Grade 10 and up
Public Safety II - ½ Credit
Students perform procedures related to law enforcement
and firefighting occupations, including learning the history
of the criminal justice system; policing skills; the rule of
law; crime scene investigation; the role of the courts;
communications systems; first aid and CPR techniques;
protective devices (e.g. sprinklers); the history and
fundamentals of the fire service; rescue procedures; and
procedures for using personal protective equipment (PPE),
the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), water
supply, hoses, and nozzles.
Sports Medicine II
Sports Medicine/Athletic Training IIGrade 12
Year - 1 Credit
This course is a continuation of Sports Medicine I, with
a focus of the field of sports medicine. It is designed for
students who are interested in a career in sports
medicine, physical therapy or other health related fields.
EMT
Semester One / Grades 11 and 12 - Yearlong sequence is 2 weighted credits
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic I (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Semester Two / Grades 11 and 12
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic II (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic Clinical (no credit)
Prepares students for certification as a Virginia and/or National registry EMT-Basic. Includes all
aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as determined by the Virginia Office of Emergency
Medical Services curriculum for EMT Basic.
The EMT Basic II course also includes a clinical piece of the course. Students must observe in a
program approved clinical / field setting.
Fire Science
Semester One / Grades 11 and 12 - Yearlong sequence is 2 weighted credits
Principles of Emergency Services (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Semester Two / Grades 11 and 12
Fire Suppression and Operations (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Principles of Emergency Services (Sem 1)
Provides an overview to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection
and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection services; fire loss
analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection service;
laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature;
specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction
to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics.
Fire Suppression and Operations (Sem 2)
Introduces the fundamentals of fire suppression. Explores fire behavior and
basic physical and chemical laws of fire dynamics. Prepares students to
understand the need for quick operational decisions made on the fire ground
including emergency management.
Human Anatomy
Semester One – 1/2weighted credit
Human Anatomy and Physiology I (counts as 4 semester hours at Reynolds)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs and systems of
the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology.
Part I of II. Includes a lab.
Semester Two – 1/2weighted credit
Human Anatomy and Physiology II (counts as 4 semester hours at Reynolds)
Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs and systems of
the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology.
Part II of II. Includes a lab.
Medical Technology and
Laboratory Medicine Program
YEAR ONE
Semester One / Grades 11 or 12 (counts as 1/2 weighted
credit and 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology
This course introduces basic principles, techniques and
vocabulary applicable to all medical laboratory
technology. It also provides an in-depth survey of the
medical lab industry.
Semester Two / Grades 11 or 12 (counts as 1/2 weighted
credit and 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Clinical Chemistry & Laboratory Instrumentation
Students learn the theory, principles of operation,
methodologies and troubleshooting of the more common
instrumentation encountered in the medical laboratory.
The course introduces the concepts of biochemical
analysis of clinical specimens with focus on diagnosis of
metabolic, renal, cardiovascular, hepatic and related
hematological and infectious diseases.
Suggested ratio of
student:faculty
approximately 12:1
Demonstrated proficiency in
high school level English,
Biology and Chemistry is
recommended.
Medical Technology and
Laboratory Medicine Program
Suggested ratio of
student:faculty
approximately 12:1
Demonstrated proficiency in
high school level English,
Biology and Chemistry is
recommended.
YEAR TWO
Semester One / Grade 12 (counts as 1/2 weighted credit and 3
semester hours at Reynolds)
Renal Physiology and Microscopy
Students study the gross, chemical and microscopic techniques
used in the clinical laboratory. Emphasis is on the renal
physiology system, as well as the study of other body fluids.
Introduces specimen collection and preparation.
Semester Two / Grade 12 (counts as 1/2 weighted credit and 3
semester hours at Reynolds)
Immunology and Serology
This course teaches the principles of basic immunology,
physiology of the immune system, diseases involving the immune
system and serologic procedures.
Pharmacy Technician
Certificate Program
Benefits of Enrollment:
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Become a licensed pharmacy technician in just 2 years
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Earn college credits
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Take exciting field trips
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Intern at a local pharmacy
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Hands on instruction
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Meet students with same interests
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Small class sizes
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Earn $10-$12 an hour
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Job outlook faster than average
Pharmacy Technician
Certificate Program
Students who want to enter
this program must pass the
Reynolds CC Math 02
placement test and must
pass the English placement
test with no remedial
recommendations.
YEAR ONE – Pharmacy Technician I
Semester One / Grades 11 or 12 - Yearlong sequence is 2 weighted credits
Medical Terminology(counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
General Pharmacology (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Semester Two / Grades 11 or 12
Basic Pharmacy I (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Students will learn medical terms and abbreviations including study of prefixes, suffixes, word stems and
technical terms with emphasis on spelling, pronunciation and correct usage of the terms. Techniques in
understanding medical terminology will be emphasized. The course also includes study of general
pharmacology for health related professions. Students will learn principles of drug actions/reactions, major
drug classifications, specific agent within each class and routine mathematical calculations needed to
determine desired dosages. Students will learn to read and understand pharmaceutical symbols and
prescriptions, perform pharmaceutical calculations and measurements and understand legal aspects of the
pharmacy technician’s role. Lab sessions are required in assigned clinical settings each week for a number of
hours specified by the instructor. Students must provide their own transportation for attending lab sessions.
Pharmacy Technician
Certificate Program
Upon completion of this
course sequence, students
are prepared to take the
Virginia Pharmacy Technical
exam, offered by the
Commonwealth of Virginia
Board of Pharmacy.
YEAR TWO – Pharmacy Technician II
Semester One / Grade 12 - Yearlong sequence is 1 1/2 weighted credits
Basic Pharmacy II (counts as 3 semester hours at Reynolds)
Semester One and Two / Grade 12
Supervised Study in Health (counts as 4 semester hours at Reynolds)
Continuance of the students’ study in pharmaceutical symbols, prescriptions, calculations and
measurements. Students will spend a specified number of hours each week in a pharmaceutical setting.
Students will develop skills necessary for assisting the pharmacist in a variety of tasks including, for
example, the following: inventorying and stocking medications, entering information about patients into a
computer database, generating labels, dispensing medications, following up with insurance companies,
preparing sterile intravenous medications, operating computerized and/or robotic dispensing machines,
completing repetitive tasks accurately, communicating with and caring for patients, following directions
precisely and remaining calm under stress.