As a Medical Professions student you will learn to perform routine administrative and clinical procedures to keep medical offices and clinics running smoothly.
You enjoy multitasking. You have a caring personality. You work well under pressure. You might want to consider a career in the medical field.
Modern technology and medicine have added years to people’s lives and have improved their quality of life. As a result, the healthcare industry is one of the major growth areas in employment.
As a Medical Professions student you will learn to perform routine administrative and clinical procedures to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors and optometrists running smoothly. In addition, you will receive hands-on instruction in providing nursing care in skilled nursing facilities and/or hospitals. You will also be given the opportunity to become a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA). Coursework includes instruction in anatomy & physiology, medical ethics, medical terminology, office procedures, medical records, laboratory skills and personal healthcare.
Credits High School Credit Junior Year Medical Professions: 3.5, Technology: .5 High School Credit Senior Year Medical Professions: 2.0, Science: 1.0
Certifications First Aid/CPR OSHA 10-Hour State Tested Nursing Assistant
Potential College Semester Hour Credit *See your Polaris Counselor for more information on college credit agreements.
Program Resources Medical Professions Handbook Junior Program Fee & Supply List Senior Program Fee & Supply List Medical Professions Uniform Information Class of 2024 Orientation Information Uniform Ordering
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Teacher: Krista Knapp Email: kknapp@polaris.edu Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Cleveland State University Certifications: Registered Nurse At Polaris Since: 2022 Industry Experience: Krista has 15 years work experience as a Registered Nurse at Menorah Park Center for Senior Living in a skilled rehab unit. Interests/Hobbies: Shopping, reality tv, golfing with friends, and trying new restaurants.
Medical Professions/Pre-Nursing 2022-2023 Advisory Members Mrs. Victoria Brownfield, Long-Term Care Ombudsman Ms. Sarah Cochrac, Riverview Pointe Care Center Ms. Olivia Giachetti, University Hospitals Ms. Amy Kiss, The MetroHealth System Ms. Jennifer Kolasinski, Southwest General Health Center Mrs. Sharon Paizs-Wilk, Southwest General Health Center Mrs. Stephanie Ryan, The MetroHealth System Mrs. Ginnie Serowski, The MetroHealth System Dr. Lisa Williams, Cuyahoga Community College