In the Biomedical Sciences pathway, students are empowered to explore some of today’s most pressing medical challenges. Through activities that connect learning to life, students step into the roles of biomedical science professionals and investigate topics including human physiology, medicine, genetics, microbiology, and public health. Students work together in teams to find unique solutions, and in the process, learn skills that are in-demand and transferable like critical thinking and communication. This pathway is designed to allow students to take on real-world medical and science challenges while working with the same tools used by professionals in hospitals and laboratories. Students will engage in hands-on activities and work together to find solutions to problems.

The Nursing Services pathway prepares students to pursue careers or further education and training in nursing directly out of high school. Students will study anatomy and physiology, patient care, medical equipment usage, medical terminology and medical office skills. This program of study is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills that could lead to a range of nursing careers such as home health aide, certified nurse assistant, medical assistant, licensed practical nurse and registered nurse.

The Pharmacy Technician pathway focuses training the students to perform daily tasks under the guidance of a pharmacist. These tasks include filling and labeling prescriptions, interacting with customers to answer questions and giving them their prescriptions. The skills taught are broad and transferable. They stress understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the healthcare industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.

The Sports Medicine pathway is appropriate for students who wish to pursue a career in healthcare with a focus on sports related injuries. Studies will focus on the musculoskeletal system, injury assessment, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. This program could lead to careers in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Services. This pathway will enable students to receive initial exposure to therapeutic services skills and attitudes applicable to the healthcare industry.

The Medical Skills and Services pathway is for students interested in learning about emergency medicine. First Responders include EMTs, fire fighters, police, and paramedics. They provide a service in an environment that requires special skills and knowledge.  Individual orientation to the specific systems and services with which the First Responder will be affiliated is necessary to achieve a full level of competency within a specific organization. Students will graduate with industry recognized certifications. This pathway can lead to jobs in EMS, law enforcement, and fire fighting.

The Criminal Justice pathway will prepare students to function as a law enforcement officer. The course provides the historical background of the agencies that compose the criminal justice system. It focuses on the development of justice and law, crime and punishment, the administration of laws, the agencies’ functions, career orientation, and public relations. Next, it will prepare students to perform the duties of police.  It will conclude with the application and interpretation of criminal statutes, Arkansas Criminal Code and the laws of evidence as they apply specifically to criminal justice.