Health Services
Why Health Services?
The Health Services Academy prepares students for careers in healthcare. Students build foundational medical knowledge through classroom instruction and practical lab training while exploring different areas of the healthcare field.
After learning core concepts, students choose a pathway that leads to clinical experience and opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications, helping prepare them for entry-level healthcare roles and further education in medical professions.
- About 1.9 million healthcare job openings projected each year in the U.S.
- Median annual wage around $83,000 for healthcare practitioners and technical occupations
- 13% avg. job growth projected for healthcare occupations through 2032
- One of the fastest-growing career sectors in the U.S.
*Statistics sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and Arizona workforce projections.
Core Classes
Suggested below is a typical progression path for the ALA Applied Technologies Graduation Diploma. The progression shown is only a suggestion and could vary depending on the academic level and credit achievement of a student.
| Grade | English | Math | History/Social Studies | Science | Elective | Elective | Elective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th | English I | Algebra 1 | World History | Biology | Fitness & Nutrition | Elective | Elective |
| 10th | English II | Geometry | American/Arizona History | Chemistry | Financial Literacy/Entrepreneurship | CTE | CTE |
| 11th | English III | Algebra 2 | Economics | Physics (lab sciences) | Elective | CTE | CTE |
| 12th | English IV | College Math | Civics/Government | Upper Level Science Course | Elective | CTE | CTE |
Our Facilities
Students train in a simulated healthcare environment designed to mirror real clinical settings. The lab provides practical experience with patient care, medical equipment, and healthcare workflows, helping students build confidence and practical skills before entering clinical placements or healthcare careers.
- Simulated healthcare lab designed to mirror real clinical environments
- Four-bed hospital ward with privacy curtains
- Dedicated simulated hospital room for patient care training
- Nurse stations for workflow and charting practice
- Exam tables for clinical skills and assessments
- Patient care manikins for practical training
- Hospital beds, overbed tables, linens, and medical equipment
- Blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, and clinical supplies
- Computers for electronic patient charting practice
