Nursing Science

About The Program

The Nursing Science program of study introduces students to the knowledge and skills related to patient care. CTE learners may learn about or practice caring for patients, routine procedures such as monitoring vital signs, development and implementation of care plans, maintenance of medical records, and disease or pain management. Students may focus on the healthcare system and research system designs and make recommended modifications.

level 1

Principles of Health Science
Principles of Nursing

level 2

Medical Terminology
Science of Nursing

level 3

Medical Microbiology Anatomy and Physiology
Clinical Ethics
Leadership and Management
in Nursing (TBD)

level 4

Pathophysiology
Pharmacology
Practicum in Nursing (TBD)

Career Outlook

The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostics services, health
informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. To pursue a career in the health science industry,
students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with
others.

Occupation Data

Licensed Vocational Nurses

Median Wage: $45,178
Annual Openings: 7,186
Percent of Growth: 21%

Registered Nurses

Median Wage: $68,682
Annual Openings: 17,493
Percent of Growth: 26%

Nurse Practitioners

Median Wage: $107,827
Annual Openings: 977
Percent of Growth: 50%