Welcome to Brookwood High School’s Healthcare Science Lab!

Hands-on science. Real-world impact.

Brookwood High School’s new Healthcare Science Lab gives students an immersive introduction to the world of medicine where they will explore anatomy, develop essential patient care skills, and build a strong foundation for future careers in healthcare.

Built in a space previously occupied by two classrooms, this new lab will be ready for the new school year on August 4 and provide the tools and space for lessons in three topics for the school’s two-year healthcare pathway.

“This new lab will make the healthcare pathway available to our students for the first time on our campus,” says Brookwood High Principal Dr. Brett Savage. “This adds to our already flourishing career preparatory offerings at Brookwood High.”

At Brookwood High, the Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) pathway is "Patient Care."  This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to become effective and efficient multi-skilled healthcare providers as they develop a working knowledge of various allied health opportunities. Students focusing on a career path in the healthcare field may apply classroom/lab knowledge and skills in the clinical setting as they participate in direct or simulated client care.  In addition to Patient Care Fundamentals, the other two classes are Introduction to Healthcare Science and Essentials of Healthcare.

Introduction to Healthcare Science is the foundational course for all Health Science pathways and is a prerequisite for all other Health Science pathway courses. This course will give students initial exposure to the many healthcare careers available and employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. The concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal and ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare providers. Fundamental healthcare skills development is initiated, including microbiology, basic life support, and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the global healthcare marketplace, and/or the postsecondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

Essentials of Healthcare: Anatomy and Physiology is a vital component of most healthcare postsecondary education programs. The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course that explores the physiology of each body system, and examines common diseases, disorders, and emerging conditions. The course addresses disease prevention, diagnostic and treatment methods, and the medical terminology associated with each body system. It also provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate technical skills that reinforce the goal of helping students make connections between medical procedures and the pathophysiology of diseases and disorders.

“[The new lab] is a long-term benefit for our students as it gives them an opportunity to be trained in a high-wage, high-demand field,” adds Dr. Savage.