Career Cluster: Health Sciences
Career Pathway:
Certified Nursing Assistant
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry by providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. CNAs assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and offer emotional support to patients. This fulfilling career pathway offers the opportunity for entry-level healthcare professionals to gain valuable experience and serves as a stepping stone for those aspiring to pursue further education in nursing or related fields.
Potential Course Sequence
*ICCSD Graduation Requirements
Subject Area | Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 | Credits |
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Career Pathway Electives |
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Elective credits |
*English | English 9 | English 10/10H | Language Arts | Language Arts | 4 years, 60 credits |
*Math | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. | |||||
*Social Studies | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History. | |||||
*Science | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology. | |||||
CTE Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
Fine Arts Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
World Languages Electives | Level 1 or Level 2 | Level 2 or Level 3 | Level 3, Level 4, or AP |
Level 4, Level 5, or AP |
Elective credits |
*Physical Education | Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
4 years, 20 credits |
*Health | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | 1 trimester, 5 credits |
View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions
Career-Related Electives
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AP Psychology
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AP Human Geography
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World Language
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Sociology
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Culinary Arts 1, 2, & 3
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Child Growth & Development
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Child Health / Safety / Nutrition
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Chemistry or AP Chemistry
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Physics or AP Physics
*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.
Career-Related Activities
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HOSA - Health Occupations Students of America
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Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
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Science Olympiad
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STEAM Institute
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American Red Cross Club
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Global Health Club
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TALK (Mental Health Club)
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UNICEF Club
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Psych Club
Internship Experiences
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Kirkwood Career Caravan
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Registered CNA Apprenticeship
College Admission Requirements
See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.
Potential College Programs
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Medicine
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Nursing (BSN)
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Physician Assistant
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Health Science
Future
Careers
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Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LPN)
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Dietitian
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Healthcare Administrator
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MRI technologist
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Clinical Lab Technician
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Paramedic
Community Partnerships
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Mercy Hospital
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UI Health Care
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Oaknoll, Keystone, Melrose Meadows, Stirlingshire, Windmill Manor, Brown Deer Place
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Iowa City Free Medical Clinic
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VA Medical Center
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Mercy Pediatric Clinic
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Progressive Rehab