Biotechnician

1A: Introduction

• Health science careers are not only in high demand, but they offer a diverse range of careers for all types of people interested in helping others. Acquire foundational knowledge required to pursue a career in the healthcare industry, and the education, training, and credentials needed to attain them. Learn basic medical terminology, principles of anatomy and physiology, and legal and ethical responsibilities. Explore communication, teamwork, and leadership techniques – providing a solid basis for those wanting to advance through the health sciences.

1B: Professional Responsibilities

• Making sure that you, your patients, and your colleagues stay safe, you’ll begin analyzing your responsibilities for ensuring patient and personal safety with special attention paid to emergency procedures. Examine infection control, first-aid, CPR, and measuring a patient’s vitals. Learn about numerical data, such as systems of measurement, medical math, and reading and interpreting charts. And examine effective teamwork and leadership characteristics while building your employment skills.

1A: Introduction

• Thinking about a career in health, but not sure where to start? You’re in the right place! Anatomy and physiology is the study of the body structures and how they function. From the tiniest molecule to the largest organ, a fascinating journey occurs. In this course, you will explore the organization of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems and their common conditions. You will also learn to speak the language of medicine and how to apply laboratory skills. And along the way, you’ll discover the many exciting career paths available to you – anatomy and physiology is the perfect place to get started!

1B: Discovering Form and Function

• Examine the form and function of even more body systems. Learn about the structure, function, and interrelation between the lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and endocrine systems. The reproductive system is also discussed along with hereditary traits and genetics. And discover the importance of accurate patient documentation as well as the technology used in the industry.

1A: Introduction

• Learning the language is essential for careers in health science. Join word parts to form medical terms, associations within body systems, and better communicate with colleagues and patients. Build your proficiency and confidence with this course and prepare yourself for a career in health sciences.

1B: Discovering Word Foundations

• Discover the medical terminology associated with even more body systems to increase your ability to master prefixes, suffixes, and roots. Connect this language to real-world patients and clinical settings through practical applications and specific scenarios. Launch your health knowledge with detailed medical terms.

1A: Introduction

• From doctors and nurses to x-ray technicians and medical aides, the field of healthcare offers numerous roles that will allow you to make a difference in the lives of patients. In this course, you’ll learn all about the foundations of healthcare from how the industry works around the world, to the different professions that fall within the field. You’ll also learn medical terminology and calculations, the difference between diagnostic and therapeutic careers, and the legal and ethical considerations. Let’s start building the foundation of a career in healthcare today!

1B: Health Science Skills

• You’ve built a solid foundation of knowledge of the healthcare field, and now it’s time to probe deeper into the healthcare profession. In this course, you’ll review key aspects of the broad category of safety as well as learn how to assess and treat patients for an array of injuries. You’ll learn how to identify emergencies, trauma and complex care, and the basics of CPR and life support. Lastly, you’ll explore the importance of collaborating with other team members to manage and resolve conflicts. Let’s suit up to learn how you can positively impact patients in the field of healthcare.

1A: Introduction

• There are so many mysteries that need unraveling in the world today that can help us grow better crops, cure diseases, combat pollution, solve crimes, and so much more. If you love the idea of solving problems to make the world a better place, a career as a biotechnician may be for you. In this course, you’ll learn the basics of lab safety, how to perform tasks crucial to experimentation, biological basics, and about the exciting careers available in the field of biotechnology. Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear lab coats. Grab yours and let’s get started!

1B: Advancements in Biotechnology

• You’ve scratched the genetic surface of a biotechnician’s world, but now, we’re going to dive deeper into mankind’s future. In this course, you’ll explore essential topics that structure the reality of biotechnology such as the role genetics and epigenetics play in influencing human traits, the creation and purpose of recombinant DNA, and how the human immune response can be tweaked to fight disease. You’ll also explore GMO’s and biofuels and how an idea becomes reality in the biotech industry. Let’s continue learning about how you can change the world in a role as a biotechnician.

2A: Moving into the Lab

• Are you ready to have an authentic, positive impact on human life? In this course, you will dive even deeper into the role of a biological technician to understand how genetic engineering works. You will explore managing a biotech laboratory, Microscopy and Spectroscopy, mammalian cell culture, what the day-to-day duties of a biotechnician involve, and more. You will also explore experimental design as it relates to genetic engineering to plan your own experiments. Get ready to break down the building blocks of the human design!

2B: The Future of Biotechnology

• You’ve examined the DNA of the biotechnology field, and now have a solid understanding of the day-to-day duties. In this course, you will build on the basics and learn how a career as a biotechnician could change the world! You will explore genetics- diseases, therapies, and testing, AI and precision medicine, CRISPR and agricultural sciences, and much more. You will also explore job opportunities in the field of biotechnology and tips for planning a career. Get ready to engineer your understanding of biotechnology!

• NHSA (National Health Science Assessments)
• NCHSE Human Structure, Functions, Disease (A)
• NCHSE Human Structure, Functions, Disease (B)
• NCHSE National Health Science Standards
• NCHSE Foundation of Healthcare Professions
• Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam (BACE)
• NOCTI Biotechnology