Career Readiness for students
Academy of Health Professions
Is Academy of Health Professions for You?
- Do you enjoy shows like Grey's Anatomy or Chicago Meds?
- Are you interested in the nursing or medical field?
- Are you interested in solving real-world health problems?
- Do you like helping people?
About the Program
Students are introduced to basic healthcare knowledge and skills through two foundation courses. Opportunities for students to apply foundational course knowledge to real-life health-care situations are offered through specialized course options such as Fundamentals of Pharmacy, Physical Rehabilitation Science, and Medical Science with Clinical Applications.
- Sample Course Plan for Academy of Health Professions (AHP): Certified Nursing Assistant
- Sample Course Plan for AHP: Pharmacy Technician
- Sample Course Plan for AHP: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Sample Course Plan for AHP: Physical Rehabilitation
Sample Courses
- Foundations of Medicine and Health Science
- Structures and Functions of the Human Body
- Fundamentals of Pharmacy
- Physical Rehabilitation Science
- Medical Science with Clinical Applications
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Obtainable Certifications for Completing High School Program
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA)
- Pharmacy Tech Certification (CPhT)
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA)
- Certified Personal Trainer (NSPA)
Local Colleges Offering a Continuation of the Program
Career Opportunities
Where this Program is Offered
- Clarksburg High School
- Thomas Edison School of Technology*
- John F. Kennedy High School
- Col. Zadok Magruder High School
- Paint Branch High School
- Seneca Valley High School
- Sherwood High School
- Watkins Mill
If this program is not available at your school, meet with your counselor to select courses that will allow you to explore your interest in these careers.