Health and Science Academy
At Freer High School
Next Generation Medical Academy (NGMA) prepares students for college and careers with a focus in health science such as a certified nurse assistant, patient care technician, or a licensed vocational or registered nurse.
Dream It, Believe It, Obtain It
Mission: Educate students to become highly skilled health science professionals through engagement in a rigorous and innovative curriculum.
Vision: Ignite a passion in students through life changing experiences resulting in infinite opportunities in health professions.
Academic Focus & Work-based Learning
Students will spend four years taking health science courses as well as completing rigorous academic requirements.
Throughout their four years, students will obtain work-based learning experiences in a simulated setting and in numerous health care settings that include nursing homes and hospitals.
Coursework & Certifications
Certifications
Certified Nurse Assistant Texas Department of Aging Disability Services (TDADS)
Certified Phlebotomy Technician – National Phlebotomy Association (NPA)
Certified Patient Care Technician – National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Certified Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician NHA
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification American Heart Association (AHA)/American Red Cross
Certificates through Coastal Bend College
Fundamentals of Patient Care Technology
PreVocational Nursing
Marketable Skills Fundamental of Nursing Assistant
Marketable Skills CNA
College hours towards as Associate Degree in Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN)
Learn More
Want to learn more or attend the Next Generation Medical Academy? Complete our contact form or contact:
Linda Hinojosa
Freer High School Principal
lhinojosa@freerisd.net
361-394-6025