Allied Health
Dutchtown Allied Health prepares and motivates students to pursue further education towards a career in the medical sciences through a rigorous specialized curriculum and community-based partnerships, inspiring students to serve society with compassion, skill, and vision.
Career Pathways
- Emergency Health Care
- Health Professionals
- Nursing
- Nutrition & Food
- Sports Medicine
- Pharmacy
Community Involvement/Volunteering
Because being a medical professional is associated with helping others, the students are involved in many community activities. They volunteer time and often raise money for various organizations. Some of the activities they are involved in include:
The American Association Heart Walk, Juvenile Diabetes Walk, Toys for Tots, Special Olympics, Blood Drives, Relay for Life, Christmas gifts for needy children/families As a junior in this program, students are required to complete at least two consecutive hours of volunteer work per month in a medical-related facility or activity.
Letterman’s Jacket & Graduation Cords
The Allied Health Center students who have been active and remained in good standing in the program for three (3) consecutive years may purchase an academic letterman’s jacket. Patches and caduceus inserts will be provided for senior level students.
Students who have been active and remained in good standing in the program for three (3) consecutive years will be rewarded with a graduation cord to be worn during graduation ceremonies.
Internships/Clinicals
Internship, Certified Nurse Assistant, EMT Basic, and Pharmacy Tech are courses designed to give students a chance to watch and possibly experience firsthand some of the daily activities of a medical professional, and possibly attain certification. These courses are taken during the student’s senior year. While in these programs, students are expected to exhibit professionalism and should treat their work site experiences like a job. Entrance into these programs is competitive.
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