Students with a strong interest in biomedical studies can earn a diploma of distinction after successfully completing the requirements for the Christian Academy of Louisville School of Biomedical Science.
Requirements for Successful Completion
- Submission of a Formal Application for Admittance
- Minimum Membership of Two Years in HOSA – Future Health Professionals – a national association for the preparation of students entering the healthcare field
- Completion of Specified Science Classes
- Completion of the Four PLTW Biomedical Science Courses
- Annual Completion of Applicable Papers, Journals and Projects
- Participation in the Global Missions Health Conference before Graduation
- 30 Hours of Service in a Medical Field
- Active CPR Certification Upon Graduation
- 3.0 Unweighted GPA in all Core and Elective Science Classes
Course and Support Requirements
- Honors Biology
- Honors Chemistry
- All Four Years of Biomedical Courses
- AP Biology or AP Chemistry
- Global Missions Health Conference with Reflection Before Graduation
- Final Paper
- HOSA Member in Good Standing for at Least Two Years
- 30 Approved Hours in the Medical Field* (Cumulative)
- CPR Certification Active Upon Graduation
- 3.0 Unweighted Science GPA (Includes Core Science Classes and All Science Electives)
*Preapproval of eligible volunteer hours by Biomedical Science teacher is required.
**Exceptions due to transfer must be approved.
Application form is provided here.
Course descriptions are listed on pages 12-13 of the high school course catalog available here.