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2026 - 2027 High School Course Catalog

BHP2021A/BHP2021B Certified Nursing Assistant (BIOMED/HP) A

1.0 credit per semester

This course enables students to explore careers in the healthcare industry and develop skills in patient care for acute and long-term care settings. Students receive CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, and gain hands-on experience through classroom instruction, labs, and supervised clinicals. Successful completion of the course, clinicals, and passing the Maryland Board of Nursing–approved examination qualifies students for the Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA-I) certification.

Principles of Biomedical Sciences A/B, Human Body Systems A/B, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (BIOMED/HP), and a Grade of B or better in Biology A/B.
11 - 12
No repeats for credit

Additional Course Information:

  • Certificate of Merit (CM)
  • Advanced-Level (AL)