Health Science Concepts and Skills

Health Science Concepts and Skills covers the knowledge and skills required to prepare students as they begin exploring potential healthcare careers and practicing procedures they will execute on the job. The text covers the academic, professional, and soft skills students will need to succeed in a healthcare career. Coverage of medical math, communication skills, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology allows students to build a strong academic foundation. Students also learn about the healthcare industry today and strategies for finding and maintaining a job in healthcare. Career Exploration features encourage students to explore a variety of healthcare careers and determine which career paths interest them the most, while self-assessment opportunities guide students to careers that best suit their personal strengths. Real Life Scenarios enable students to apply their knowledge to practical, professional challenges while hands-on healthcare procedures are included to introduce students to the basic practical skills they will use as healthcare providers.

The chapters in this textbook are divided into lessons, providing content in a manageable format. Study aids, including learning outcomes, chapter summaries, and extensive assessment opportunities increase students' ability to succeed. HOSA-Future Health Professionals activities encourage student and instructor involvement in HOSA and help prepare students for competitive events. This title is correlated to the industry-recognized credentials offered by Precision Exams, by YouScience and NCHSE National Health Science Standards for Health Science I and II.