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Health & Science Academy

GCHS Health Academy student pointing at a human body model
Model of the human body in a Health Science Class
GCHS Health Academy student working on a mannequin

Health Science Pathway

Nursing Student

This pathway focuses on careers providing diagnostic and therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research.

Pathway Courses Offered:

  • Medical Terminology
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Nurse Aide Health Care Skills (Morgan Community College)
  • Nurse Aide Clinical Experience (Morgan Community College)
Students have the opportunity to earn their Basic Life Saver and CNA Certificate all while attending classes at Greeley Central High School.
 
Successful completion of pathway and Concurrent Enrollment courses may lead to certification.  Examples of certificates are:

• CNA
• Pharmacy Tech
• Phlebotomist
• Medical Assistant
• EMT

Extended Learning & Leadership Opportunities:

  • HOSA student organization. Career Explore Internships.

College Credit Opportunities (Concurrent Enrollment):

  • Nurse Aide Health Skills                      
  • Medical Terminology
  • Intro to Clinical Skills

Post-Secondary Occupations:

  • Medical Office Technician - $33,000 - High School Diploma
  • Emergency Medical Services - $31,000 - Associate
  • Physician Assistant - $120,000 - Master’s
  • Doctor of Medicine - $200,000 - Graduate Degree

Certified Nursing Assistant

This pathway focuses on careers providing diagnostic and therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research.

Pathway Courses Offered:

  • Medical Terminology
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Nurse Aide Health Care Skills (Morgan Community College)
  • Nurse Aide Clinical Experience (Morgan Community College)
Students have the opportunity to earn their Basic Life Saver and CNA Certificate all while attending classes at Greeley Central High School.
 
Successful completion of pathway and Concurrent Enrollment courses may lead to certification.  Examples of certificates are:

• CNA
• Pharmacy Tech
• Phlebotomist
• Medical Assistant
• EMT

Extended Learning & Leadership Opportunities:

  • HOSA student organization. Career Explore Internships.

College Credit Opportunities (Concurrent Enrollment):

  • Nurse Aide Health Skills                      
  • Medical Terminology
  • Intro to Clinical Skills

Post-Secondary Occupations:

  • Medical Office Technician - $33,000 - High School Diploma
  • Emergency Medical Services - $31,000 - Associate
  • Physician Assistant - $120,000 - Master’s
  • Doctor of Medicine - $200,000 - Graduate Degree