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HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Mechatronics Available School Options
Mechatronics is the combination of mechanical engineering, computing, and
electronics as used in the design and development of new manufacturing techniques. Choice
Mechatronics is critically important to keeping industrial or production facilities · West Technical Education Center
operation systems running smoothly. The program at West Tech places a heavy In–House: None available
emphasis on hands–on manufacturing skills & robotics production. As you matriculate
through this program you will have opportunities to earn up to four industry
certifications—Pre–Engineering, Robotics, MSSC Certified Production Technicians
(MSSC–CPT), and Mechatronics Fitter. Students that earn the MSSC–CPT industry
certification should be eligible for 15 credit hours towards the Florida Engineering
Technology A.S./A.A.S. where the program is offered in the state. All students
applying to this program must meet the following eligibility criteria: 2.0 GPA and
Algebra I recommended.
Medical Sciences—Pre–Medicine
The Medical Sciences Honors program offers an innovative, integrated learning environment designed to provide the student with the
medical skills and training necessary to succeed in postsecondary healthcare career education and/or to successfully transition into
the healthcare workforce. This comprehensive program combines a rigorous academic curriculum with intense clinical and laboratory
experiences. Student clinical rotations are conducted at area hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Clinical clearance, including a
background check and drug screening are required prior to entering the clinical setting. In the School District of Palm Beach County
all medical courses provide local honors credit. Algebra I or Algebra I Honors is recommended.
All students applying to these programs must meet the following eligibility criteria: 3.0 GPA.

Available School Options

Choice In–House
· Boynton Beach High · Boca Raton High
(Allied Health Assisting, Electrocardiograph Technician, Exercise (Electrocardiograph Technician, Pharmacy Technician)
Science)
· Forest Hill High
· Glades Central High (Allied Health Assisting, Pharmacy Technician)
(Allied Health Assisting, Exercise Science, Emergency Medical
Responder, Pharmacy Technician) · John I. Leonard High
(Allied Health Assisting, Electrocardiograph Technician)
· Jupiter High
(Allied Health Assisting, Electrocardiograph Technician, Health · Pahokee Middle-Senior High
Unit Coordinator, Pharmacy Technician) (Emergency Medical Responder, Pharmacy Technician)
· Lake Worth High · Park Vista High
(Allied Health Assisting, Behavioral Health Technician, (Allied Health Assisting, Electrocardiograph Technician,
Electrocardiograph Technician, Exercise Science, Home Health Emergency Medical Responder, Medical Laboratory Assisting,
Aide, Nursing Assistant, Pharmacy Technician) Nursing Assistant)
· Palm Beach Gardens High · Santaluces High
(Allied Health Assisting, Emergency Medical Responder) (Allied Health Assisting, Emergency Responder, Pharmacy
Technician)
· Palm Beach Lakes High
(Allied Health Assisting, Electrocardiograph Technician, · Western Lake Worth Area High School (03-OOO)*
Emergency Medical Responder, Pharmacy Technician) (Allied Health Assisting, Behavioral Health Technician, Pharmacy
· Royal Palm Beach High Technician)
(Allied Health Assisting, Behavioral Health Technician,
Electrocardiograph Technician, Exercise Science, Health Unit *Attendance boundaries will be determined. Students zoned to
Coordinator, Pharmacy Technician) attend will receive additional information regarding this program.
· West Boca Raton High
(Behavioral Health Technician, Emergency Medical Responder,
Exercise Science, Medical Laboratory Assisting, Nursing Assistant,
Pharmacy Technician)

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