Students will learn and practice basic skills common to many medical allied health occupations. Instruction covers body systems and disorders, first aid, safety, basic health needs, and other topics. Students may participate in a supervised work experience program in hospitals, nursing homes, or public health agencies as coordinated by the HOE teacher.

Specialized study includes basic personal care skills, safety, and maintenance of the home environment to prepare students for work in a home setting. Also, instruction prepares students for work as a psychiatric aide in Mental Health setting. Students are eligible to take the C.N.A. examination upon completion of their course of study.