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Foundations of Sports Medicine

Credit: CTE or Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: None
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Student Leadership Organization: Washington Career Technical Sports Medicine Association (WCTSMA)
In this year long course students will learn the basics of sports medicine, medical careers, concussions, medical terminology, kinesiology, extremity and lower anatomy, and basic athletic training procedures. Basic lab sessions include prophylactic taping, wrapping and bracing. This course is designed for students who have interest in various medical professions and learning more about sports medicine related injuries and management. Students will earn certification in First Aid and CPR.

Sports Medicine A, B

Credit: CTE, Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: Foundations of Sports Medicine
Length: 1 year (may be repeated for full three-year program)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Student Leadership Organization: Washington Career Technical Sports Medicine Association (WCTSMA)
This course is designed for students who plan on making medicine a career. In this course, students will learn the basics of anatomy, physiology, general nutrition, and basic athletic training procedures. Lab sessions cover training room operations 5 hours per semester and cover taping & wrapping, athletic injury assessment, use of heat & cold modalities, record keeping, rehabilitation, and time management skills. Also included are job shadow and internship opportunities. Extended hours are required per instructor’s specifications.

Sports Medicine Practicum A, B (After School)

Credit: CTE or Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: Instructor permission; Must be taken concurrently with Sports Medicine Class or completed Foundations in Sports Medicine
Length: 1 or 2 semesters (may be repeated)
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Special Information: Only offered as an after-school class
Taken concurrently with Sports Medicine, this course offers opportunities for application of skills in dealing with injuries of team members in various sport training programs. Students acquire on-the-job experience working with the athletic trainer, team physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

IB Sports, Exercise and Health A, B

Credit: Science, CTE, Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: Physical Science, Biology, and Chemistry (may be taken concurrently)
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 11, 12

Student Leadership Organization: Washington Career Technical Sports Medicine Association (WCTSMA)
This course involves the study of the science that underpins physical performance. It incorporates the study of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition. Students will also carry out experiments in both laboratory and field settings. It is an excellent preparatory course for students considering entering the field of medicine, sports medicine, exercise science, physical therapy, physical education or athletic training. This course is open to 11th and 12th graders, can be used in achieving the IB Diploma, fulfills the state CTE requirement, and fulfills both the NCAA and OSD Science requirements.

Success Oriented Health & Fitness A, B Credit: PE

Recommended Prerequisite: Application
Length: 1 semester (may be repeated)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

This unique Health & Fitness class is designed to give all students a chance to perform at their individual best. Students needing extra assistance are paired with mentors to enable them to be more successful in various types of team, individual, developmental, and alternative activities. All students can expect to be an active, suited participant. The goal of the class is to make Health & Fitness a fun place where self-esteem is fostered.

Introduction to Horticulture A, B

Credit: CTE, Elective or Lab Science (This is not an approved NCAA course.)
Recommended Prerequisite: 1-year approved science
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 11, 12
Student leadership organization: FFA

Major topics include basic botany (plant anatomy, growth, and development); plant reproduction techniques (seeds, cuttings, tissue culture); the plant environment (soil, light, water, air); identification of native and commercial plants; greenhouse construction and maintenance; pest management; the horticulture industry; marketing; and career and personal development. Because it can be used to fulfill the CTE requirement, students must also complete a Leadership component that includes lessons on career and personal development, and a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) to demonstrate a new skill. SAE and Leadership each require an additional 6 hours/semester.