Allied Health Science Technology
The Allied Health program introduces academically-talented high school seniors to a variety of health careers available today.
Allied Health Science Technology Occupational Program:
It includes 7.5 hours per week of classroom and clinical experience in a health care facility. Students’ clinical experiences are supervised by a program instructor in collaboration with hospital staff who serve as mentors.
Enrollment is limited at each location due to the number of clinical rotation areas.
This is a highly competitive program and requires applicants to have a minimum 3.0 GPA to apply, a requirement that is strictly enforced.
Students must provide their own transportation.
Clinical experience:
The clinical segment of the program provides students with a wide variety of experiences in the various departments of a health care facility including: therapeutic, diagnostic, informational and environmental services.
Mentors in specialty areas provide an overview of the following:
- scope and nature of practice
- career opportunities
- post-secondary education requirements
- practical experience
- integration of health care systems
- ongoing professional development requirements
Mentors also evaluate student learning experiences, including: knowledge development, attitude towards learning, communication skills, and professional demeanor.
Classroom experience:
The classroom component of the Allied Health program includes instruction in the following:
- anatomy and physiology
- medical terminology
- safe practices
- medical ethics
- legal requirements
- interpersonal dynamics and communication
- history, current trends and the future of health care
In addition, advance preparation for clinical rotations, a written report of the student’s clinical experiences, and a portfolio of the student's goals and experiences are required.
This program is available through Brandywine Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Jennersville Regional Hospital, and Paoli Memorial Hospital.
Career Opportunities:
Career opportunities are multiple and varied. All allied health careers anticipate excellent job growth and hiring for years to come.
Textbook Information:
- Textbook: Health CareersToday
Publisher: Mosby-Year Book, Inc.
Textbook Readability Level: 11.6
- Textbook: The Human Body in Health and Disease
Publisher: Mosby-Year Book, Inc.
Textbook Readability Level: 12.0
