PPSC Pathways Offered
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)—90 slots available for 11th and 12th grade students
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)—60 slots available for 12th grade students
Through concurrent enrollment, students accelerate their learning and participate in college courses while still in high school by taking Pikes Peak State College courses that can lead to industry certification. Families save money on college costs, and students earn college credits that may apply toward their future career and educational goals. Qualified students from any high school in Academy District 20 may apply for the CNA or EMT program.
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) at Liberty High School
In this Pikes Peak State College program (housed at LHS) students will prepare for the nurse aide certification exam by expanding foundational healthcare skills and applying basic nursing theory to the practice of client care. Through lab-based simulations and clinical experiences, students will demonstrate nursing principles and competencies, restorative services, safety practices, and emergency care while they model professional skills.
Courses offered in the program may be adjusted by PPSC, but typically include:
HPR1006: Customer Service in Healthcare
HPR1008: Law and Ethics for Health Professionals
HPR1039: Medical Terminology
HPR1011: CPR for Professionals
NUA1001: Nurse Aid Health Care Skills
NUA1070: Nurse Aid Clinical Experience
NUA1071: Clinical: Advanced Nurse Aid
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at Liberty High School
In this Pikes Peak State College program housed at LHS, students will prepare for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians exam by applying foundational healthcare skills to the practice of basic emergency pre-hospital client care. Through classroom simulations and clinical experiences, students will demonstrate an understanding of basic anatomy and psychology, patient assessment, communication strategies, and emergency medical interventions. PLEASE NOTE: This program is for seniors only.
Courses offered in the program may be adjusted by PPSC, but typically include:
EMS1021: EMT Fundamentals
EMS1022: EMT Medical Emergencies
EMS1023: EMT Trauma Emergencies
EMS1024: EMT Special Considerations
HPR1011: CPR for Professionals
EMS1070: EMT Clinical