1. SILICON VALLEY CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION
MEDICAL SCIENCE / HEALTH CAREERS
CLASS BENEFITS:
• 30 high school credits earned per year; equivalency credits in
English, math, or science may be available
• May be eligible for articulation credits at local colleges
• Improved communication and employability skills
• Preparation for college
• Hospital and clinic internships are available during the second
semester for mature, qualified students
• UC “g” course approval
STUDENTS LEARN:
• Anatomy and Physiology, Human Biology
• Medical Terminology
• Disease and Health, Nutrition
• Infection Control
• Basic Patient Care including vital signs
• Patient confidentiality/HIPPA
• Public Health Issues
• To meet professional medical industry expectations for
communication and teamwork
• Implementation of class projects such as a blood drive
• College and university requirements and strategy,
as further college training completes
the pathway of students interested in nursing and
other medical professions. Campus visits included.
SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS RECEIVE:
• Certificate of Achievement and a Letter of Competency listing
skills learned
• A completed job portfolio and resume, including actual
hospital work experience and letters of reference
• Two-year CPR certification and other medical industry
certifications
• Employment, internship and college program references
• Medical career exploration, industry speakers
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Students must:
• Provide their own transportation to the hospital
and clinical internships second semester
• Complete a physical, titers, TB, flu and other
immunizations, drug test and background check
for second semester
• Supply their own regulation shoes by October; one set of
scrubs are provided, students encouraged to purchase a
second set
• Recommended for high school Seniors
TRAINING MAY LEAD TO THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:
• Hospital Clerical, Aide and Support
in most departments, including:
Pediatrics, Labor & Delivery, Nursery,
Emergency, Surgery, Laboratory,
Radiology, Physical Therapy and more,
such as Medical Assistant and EKG
Technician
COLLEGE EDUCATION WILL LEAD TO
THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:
• Physician
• Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner
• Respiratory Therapist
• Nutritionist/Dietician
• Paramedic, Physician’s Assistant
• Laboratory Technologist
• Physical and Occupational Therapist
• Radiology, Imaging Technologist/Ultrasound
• Mental Health Professions
• Pharmacist
• Surgical Technician
• Health Information Management
• Public Health Administration/Advocacy
JOB MARKET INFORMATION:
The forecast for job growth in health care is excellent!
This is a secure employment area little affected by economic
instability, providing high job satisfaction and personal reward.
Starting salaries for entry level positions range from $18-$22 per
hour in hospitals, $12-$15 per hour in clinics, and higher for
advanced skills and training. Employers look for good
communication and social skills, excellent attendance, initiative, a
respect for protocol compliance, critical thinkers and problem-
solvers, positive/caring attitudes, and solid work ethics. Bay Area
nurses are the highest paid nurses in the country, with an average
salary of $117,000 per year.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Collette Betters was named a Santa Clara County Teacher of the Year for MetroEd. Her work history includes being an Emergency
Room Technician, Certified Massage Therapist, Phlebotomist, Firefighter, DNA Lab Technician, Medical Unit Clerk, CPR and First Aid
Instructor. Ms. Betters has won four summer fellowships with the Industry Initiatives for Science and Math Education, and the National
Science Foundation, and has participated in MetroEd’ s Summer STEM Academy. At Ohlone College she was a Teacher’s Assistant
for Biology, and Anatomy and Physiology. Ms. Betters holds a Bachelor’s degree from Santa Clara University, and is completing a
Master’s Degree in Public Administration.
760 Hillsdale Ave., San Jose, CA 95136 ● 408-723-6400
www.siliconvalleycte.org