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HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES - TEACHER ACADEMY OF MARYLAND

• • Completer Program: Teacher Academy of Maryland 

  • CIP Number: 130150 

  • Credits Needed for Completion: 5 

  • Completer Code: 5M

This program is open to tenth and eleventh-grade students, but priority is given to those applying to start this program in eleventh grade. 

REQUIRED COURSE: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT THROUGH ADOLESCENCE – 025603

SEMESTER 1:

This course focuses on human development from birth through adolescence. Emphasis is placed on physical, cognitive, and psychological development, the effect of heredity and the environment, the role of caregivers and the family, health and safety concerns, and contemporary issues. Students explore special challenges to growth and development. Students will have opportunities for guided observation of children from birth to adolescence in a variety of settings to help students further understand theories in human development. Students will begin to develop the components of a working portfolio to be assembled upon completion of internship. 

• • CREDIT: 1 

  • GRADE: 10-11

REQUIRED COURSE: FOUNDATIONS OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION – 179523 

SEMESTER 1: 

This course explores curriculum delivery models in response to the developmental needs of all children. Emphasis is placed on the development of varied instructional materials and activities to promote learning, classroom management strategies, and a supportive classroom environment. Students will explore basic theories of motivation that increase learning. Students will participate in guided observations and field experiences to critique classroom lessons in preparation for developing and implementing their own. Students will continue to develop the components of a working portfolio to be assembled upon completion of the internship.

• CREDIT: 1.5 

• GRADE: 11-12 

• PREREQUISITE: Teacher Academy of Maryland I (TAM 1)

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES - CRIMINAL JUSTICE

• • Completer Program: Criminal Justice 

  • CIP Number: 430190 

  • Credits Needed for Completion: 5 

  • Completer Code: 5B

This program is open to tenth and eleventh-grade students, but priority is given to those applying to start this program in eleventh grade.

REQUIRED COURSE: CRIMINAL JUSTICE 1 – 172633 

The Criminal Justice Program is a two-year course that provides students an insight into the criminal justice system, criminal law, legal procedures, and the career possibilities available. Students will be exposed to a variety of careers and gain insight into the skills and talents required for employment in the various legal areas. The curriculum consists of a preparatory education with an in-depth study of law, law enforcement, crime scene investigation courts, and the correctional system in the United States. Students are introduced to criminal justice in an interdisciplinary approach that involves integration of the arts education, business, English, world language, mathematics, physical education, and science.

• • CREDIT: 2 

  • GRADE: 10-11

REQUIRED COURSE: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN - 177853

This course covers various topics including legal aspects of emergency care, infection control, patient assessment, respiratory system, oxygen delivery, CPR, AED, bleeding control, soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, spinal immobilization, pediatric and obstetric emergencies, crisis intervention, triage management, ambulance operations, and EMS systems.

Requirements:

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

• NREMT Test Preparation

• Emergency Medical Services Work-Based Learning

• CREDITS:  3

• TYPE:  Academic

• GRADE:  11-12

• PREREQUISITE: Students must be age 16 by September 1st, eligible to become or already a member of a local fire department or rescue squad; available for some weekend commitments; and parental permission is required. Students will be required to wear uniforms and personal protective clothing daily and obtain a physical from a physician deeming the cadet eligible for participation in the program.