WHO are the instructors?

The Medical Careers program has a dynamic duo that brings an enormous amount of experience and education to the classroom in order to teach students, and to share with them the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in a medical environment.

In addition to a warm smile and a bundle of energy, Mrs. Linda Holmes brings her education, training, and experience to the Medical Careers program at the Saginaw Career Complex. Mrs. Holmes has a BSN Degree from Wayne State University and she is currently working on a Master's Degree. In addition, she is also certified in CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer and First Aid  for the State of Michigan. Being a registered nurse for 15 years has allowed Mrs. Holmes to hold nursing positions in long-term facilities as an Assistant Director of Nursing, as well as, a Nurse Aide Trainer. Mrs. Holmes also puts her knowledge and talents to use as a Train-the-Trainer professional, which includes being a Clinical Skills Observer for the State of Michigan's Department of Consumer and Industry Services. WOW! This is one busy and involved educator!

Ms. Engelhardt, as the second part of this dynamic duo, is eager to share her knowledge and experiences with her students.  "The medical profession has been very good to me, and I want students to know about the many opportunities available in the medical field."  To her students, Ms. Engelhardt stresses the very serious nature of professions in the medical field including quality of life issues, empathy, integrity, and confidentiality.  This high quality teacher brings a lot to hte classroom each day, including a warm smile to greet each student.

Which students were recognized as winners during HOSA Competitions? 

MEET  THE  WINNERS:

Elizabeth, a student enrolled in the Medical Careers program at the Saginaw Career Complex , demonstrated the skills necessary to apply for and obtain employment in the medical profession during the Regional Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Competitions. Elizabeth, a junior at Arthur Hill High School, competed in the Interviewing Skills category and walked away with a Second Place Award.  

Competition included an electronic submission of a cover letter and resume, which were evaluated on content, neatness, format, spelling, punctuation, and organization.   In addition, during the day of competition, Elizabeth completed a written application and an on-site interview, which were carefully scrutinized in the following areas:   General Characteristics (personal appearance; grammar; diction and articulation; eye contact, poise, and posture), Job Application (completeness; neatness; and spelling), Interview (introduction; content of answers; confidence, maturity, and enthusiasm), Knowledge of Position Applied For, and Closing.  

Congratulations on a well deserved victory!

Savannah, a junior enrolled in the Medical Careers program at the Saginaw Career Complex , applied her critical thinking skills    during the State HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Competitions and walked away with a Silver Medal and a Second Place Award.   Savannah’s success qualifies her to compete at the National HOSA Competitions.

As a participant in the Dental Assistant category, Savannah, who is also a student at Hemlock High School, highlighted one of the purposes of HOSA, which is to provide Health Science students with an opportunity to develop and demonstrate knowledge and skills in dental assisting. Areas covered during the competition included:   a test of knowledge and understanding, preparation of the dental treatment room, seating the dental patient, dismissing the dental patient, patient education—brushing and flossing, patient history and vital signs, and identification of instruments. Savannah’s success in this competition demonstrates more than her knowledge, it also exemplifies thE ultimate mission of HOSA, which is to provide a qualified labor force that can deliver quality health care to all people.

Jessica, a senior enrolled in the Medical Careers program at the Saginaw Career Complex , calculated and converted her way to a Third Place Award in the Regional Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Competitions.   HOSA is a national student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Division of the Association of Career and Technical Education.  

Jessica, also a student at Birch Run High School, demonstrated her abilities in the Medical Math category by identifying, solving, and applying mathematical principals used in the health care delivery system.   Knowledge of   Fahrenheit and Celsius scales; metric and household systems of measurement; identification of related symbols and abbreviations; and conversions of weight, volume and temperature were all tested during the competitions.

Jessica made the numbers add up to a victory for her!

WHAT certifications can I achieve or work toward in the Medical Careers program?

CENA-The program provides an opportunity for students to earn the State of Michigan Certified Evaluated Nursing Assistant certification if they choose a nurse assistant clinical rotation during the year and successfully complete the nurse assistant course work and clinicals. To obtain this certification a student must pass a knowledge and clinical skills test administered by a State of Michigan testing facility. A student must pass both portions of this test to obtain the certification. Certification will entitle a student to apply for any position as a Competency Evaluated Nurse Aide (CENA), Nursing Assistant (NA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Home Health Care Aide.

CPR for the Professional Rescuer-CPR is an emergency lifesaving method used to restart the heart and lungs and is performed when the breathing or the heartbeat has stopped.

First Aide (Red Cross)-First aide has three aims, which are to preserve life, to prevent deterioration in a casualty's condition, and to promote recovery.

Marketable Skills Certificate-Students may earn a marketable skills certificate.  This certification process provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate, document, and defend their achievement of employer validated standards and competencies. Achievement of the marketable skills certification should improve the likelihood of success in future employment and/or a continuing educational program.

WHAT college credits can I earn in the Medical Careers program?