Course Information
Course Information for AMP Coursework Requirements
The Academy for Medical Professions offers a range of courses that students can take to fulfill the program's requirements. A student doesn’t have to be in the academy to enroll in any specific class; however, academy students are given priority to join the courses over non-academy students, as there is often limited space available. Below, you will find information about some of the healthcare-specific courses that members are either required or recommended to take when planning to continue their education in the medical field after high school. You can also find additional information on all of the courses through the MHS Course Catalog.
PLTW – What is it?
PLTW stands for Project Lead The Way. These courses offer hands-on learning experiences for students interested in specific fields of study and careers. The specific courses we are looking at in relation to AMP are the PLTW Biomedical Science Courses. Here at MHS, we offer four such courses to engage students and prepare them for pursuing biomedical degrees in college. It is suggested to follow these courses in the order outlined below; however, it is not required. To learn more about PLTW, please check out their website here.PLTW Biomedical Courses at MHS
Principles of Biomedical Sciences (PBS) (1 credit)
PBS is a course typically for Freshman and Sophomore students. Here, students develop a foundation and skills that help them understand the biomedical field through content and labs that lead to more complex practices applied in future classes and professional settings.
PBS is a course typically for Freshman and Sophomore students. Here, students develop a foundation and skills that help them understand the biomedical field through content and labs that lead to more complex practices applied in future classes and professional settings.
Human Body Systems (HBS) (1 credit)
HBS is a course typically for Sophomores and Juniors. Similar to an anatomy and physiology course, students learn about the human body and apply that knowledge to real-world scenarios and cases that doctors and nurses frequently encounter. A challenging course, this helps students understand the rigor and depth that medical students in college often face, and prepares students well for similar classes at the college level.
HBS is a course typically for Sophomores and Juniors. Similar to an anatomy and physiology course, students learn about the human body and apply that knowledge to real-world scenarios and cases that doctors and nurses frequently encounter. A challenging course, this helps students understand the rigor and depth that medical students in college often face, and prepares students well for similar classes at the college level.
Medical Interventions (MI) (1 credit)
MI is a course typically for Junior and Senior students. This brings students a step further, where they begin applying their understanding of anatomy and physiology to determine how to prevent, diagnose, and treat patients’ diseases and situations.
MI is a course typically for Junior and Senior students. This brings students a step further, where they begin applying their understanding of anatomy and physiology to determine how to prevent, diagnose, and treat patients’ diseases and situations.
Biomedical Innovation (BI) (1 credit)
BI is a course typically for Senior students who have completed all previous PLTW biomedical classes. They combine all their prior learning to create innovative solutions for the problems that society faces in the 21st century.
BI is a course typically for Senior students who have completed all previous PLTW biomedical classes. They combine all their prior learning to create innovative solutions for the problems that society faces in the 21st century.
Additional Healthcare Courses at MHS
Introduction to Healthcare Professions (HCP) (1/2 credit)
HCP is a course typically for Freshman and Sophomore students. This course offers a detailed examination of the diverse careers in the healthcare field that extend beyond the traditional roles of nurses and doctors. This course provides students with a more comprehensive understanding of the career they wish to pursue and the courses that will best support them in following that path.
HCP is a course typically for Freshman and Sophomore students. This course offers a detailed examination of the diverse careers in the healthcare field that extend beyond the traditional roles of nurses and doctors. This course provides students with a more comprehensive understanding of the career they wish to pursue and the courses that will best support them in following that path.
Medical Terminology (Med Term) (1/2 credit)
Med Term is a course typically for Junior and Senior students, though some Sophomores do take it. This course covers the spelling, pronunciation, and definitions of medical terminology commonly used across all areas of the medical field. Students can earn credit through WCTC by achieving a grade of 73% or above.
Med Term is a course typically for Junior and Senior students, though some Sophomores do take it. This course covers the spelling, pronunciation, and definitions of medical terminology commonly used across all areas of the medical field. Students can earn credit through WCTC by achieving a grade of 73% or above.
Food and Nutritional Science (FNS) (1/2 credit)
FNS is a course available for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. The course looks at the chemical composition and nutritional information of the food we consume. Students will supplement their learning with hands-on experiences in the school’s culinary kitchen!
FNS is a course available for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. The course looks at the chemical composition and nutritional information of the food we consume. Students will supplement their learning with hands-on experiences in the school’s culinary kitchen!
Sports Medicine (Sports Med) (1/2 credit)
Sports Med is a course available for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. The course covers the content and skills necessary for careers in and similar to athletic trainers and physical therapists. Students will learn about the prevention, care, and treatment of injuries, as well as anatomy, physiology, exercise, and nutrition in relation to sports medicine.
Sports Med is a course available for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. The course covers the content and skills necessary for careers in and similar to athletic trainers and physical therapists. Students will learn about the prevention, care, and treatment of injuries, as well as anatomy, physiology, exercise, and nutrition in relation to sports medicine.
Course Information Night
Every year, Mukwonago High School hosts a Course Information Night (CIN) for current and incoming students and their families to discuss classes of interest with teachers. This would be an excellent opportunity to touch base with the teachers and get more information about these courses and others that interest you.
AMP will be giving a presentation at CIN for students and parents to learn more and talk with the advisors. Please visit the "Where Can I Find Out More" page to learn more about the AMP presentation during Course Information Night.
