CTE Exploring Health Science Careers: Pathway Investigation & Sorting Challenge

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Introduce your high school students to a hands-on two-day lesson plan designed specifically for CTE Health Science and Career Readiness courses! This interactive activity provides a comprehensive approach to understanding the five Health Science Career Pathways, allowing students to explore various healthcare careers while developing essential research, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Lesson Overview

In this dynamic two-day lesson, students will:

• Discover the five Health Science Career Pathways: Therapeutic Services, Diagnostic Services, Health Informatics, Support Services, and Biotechnology Research & Development.
• Research specific healthcare careers within these pathways using a structured infographic template.
• Participate in a sorting challenge to match career descriptions with the appropriate pathways, enhancing their understanding of career options.
• Reflect on their interests and future goals through a guided writing prompt.

What's Included?

✅ Two-Day Lesson Plan

• Detailed and structured activities designed to maximize student participation and understanding of the career pathways.

✅ Career Pathway Overview Printable

• Informative materials that outline each pathway and highlight potential career opportunities, making it easy for students to grasp the vital roles in healthcare.

✅ Career Research Infographic Template

• A creative and organized template that encourages students to research a chosen healthcare career, focusing on vital details such as job descriptions, required education, salary expectations, and future outlook.

✅ Career Sorting Challenge

• An interactive sorting activity where students work in groups to match career descriptions to the correct pathway. This fosters teamwork and critical thinking while making learning enjoyable!

✅ Reflection Writing Prompt

• A thought-provoking prompt that encourages students to reflect on their career interests, aspirations, and the steps they need to take to pursue their chosen paths.

✅ Teacher & Student Instructions

• Comprehensive, step-by-step guidance for smooth classroom implementation, ensuring that educators feel confident in delivering the lesson effectively.

✅ Class Discussion Prompts

• A set of critical thinking questions designed to stimulate classroom discussions, deepen understanding of the material, and encourage students to think critically about their future in healthcare.

Why Choose This Lesson?

No Prep Required: Just print the materials, and you’re ready to go! This lesson is designed to be hassle-free, allowing you to focus on teaching.

Promotes Collaboration: The hands-on activities encourage students to work together, fostering teamwork and communication skills, essential in the healthcare field.

Real-World Connections: Students will make meaningful connections to real-world career opportunities in healthcare, helping them understand the relevance of their education.

Interactive Learning: Engaging activities and discussions ensure that students are not just passive learners but active participants in their education.

Get Ready for Hands-On Learning!

This lesson is ready to print and implement in your classroom today! Equip your students with the tools they need for meaningful career exploration and support their journey towards a successful future in healthcare.

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