Health Sciences

Become a vital part of the healthcare team. Join the field and study Nursing Assisting, EMT or Sports Medicine. Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries in the region. Classes are hands-on and interactive with small class sizes and inquiry-based learning.

Students are able to earn concurrent credit through Front Range Community College and Red Rocks Community College as well as earn industry certifications for the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, and ACE Personal Trainer.
Students will participate in HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America)

Courses

Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care
Basic Pharmacology
Disease Processes and Treatment
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Response
Exercise and Health Science
Introduction to Healthcare and Medical Terminology
Introduction to Sports Medicine
Medical Office Administration
Nursing Assistant
Nutrition in Health and Disease
RRCC EMS 1021 EMT Fundamentals
RRCC EMS 1022 EMT Medical Emergencies

Pathway Teachers

Karen Carr

Health Sciences Teacher

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Leigh Levesque

Health Sciences Teacher

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Jennifer Moreno-Leyva

Health Sciences Teacher

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Valerie Swanson

Health Sciences Teacher

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Recent News

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You’re Invited to St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Career and Job Fair, April 26

St. Vrain Valley Schools is committed to providing our students with diverse learning opportunities to pursue their career interests and broaden their learning experiences through advanced technology courses, industry certifications, career and technical education training, and more. We are pleased to invite you to the third annual St. Vrain Valley Schools’ Career and Job Fair, […]

St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 16-21

St. Vrain Valley Schools will host its annual art show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall. Community members are invited to view student art from all grade levels and schools across the district from April 16-21. The event is free and open to the public: Please join us in celebrating our students’ talent, hard […]

St. Vrain Valley Student Film Festival: A Showcase of Emerging Talent

The St. Vrain Valley Student Film Festival is set to welcome local high school and middle school students for an inspiring evening of film and creativity on May 4th at the Niwot High School Auditorium. From 6:00 to 9:00 pm, the community gathers not just to watch a series of short films, but to celebrate […]