Health Science Magnet Program

Our Mission

We will demonstrate a belief in providing a personalized learning environment that values Rigor, Relevance and Relationships by:

• Developing academic and technical competencies in our learners that will prepare them for educational success and advance in health science professions.

• Establishing a community of diverse learners who desire a relevant way of learning in an area of strong interest.

• Providing students with a chance to explore pathways to success in career fields that are in demand.

• Using effective systems within the program that promote lifelong learning.

• Developing partnerships that will establish positive, mutual relationships between the school and the community. 

• Inspiring students to contribute to community by providing multiple opportunities for related volunteer service.

• Helping students to identify the habits of mind, and the importance of the role of a multidisciplinary team in providing quality health care.

The Osseo Senior High Health Science magnet program prepares students for college or a career in the expanding world of health science. 

• STRONG JOB PROSPECTS- The medical field is an ever-growing area with constant need for qualified professionals. Health care occupations and industries are expected to have the fastest employment growth and to add the most jobs between 2014 and 2024. (US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015) 

• CERTIFICATIONS- Many of our courses offer professional certifications, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) that will help you become employable right after graduation. 

• EARN COLLEGE CREDITS- Successfully complete one of our “articulated” high school courses and you can receive an equivalent credit at a designated college, saving you time and money! Eligible courses are: 

  • Emergency Medical Technician 
  • Emergency Responder 
  • Exploring Health Careers 
  • First Aid & CPR 
  • Medical Terminology 
  • Nursing Assistant 
  • Anatomy & Physiology

• ACCESS TO EXPERTS- Students have access to special career speakers and representatives from community medical programs. 

• JOB/COLLEGE APPLICATIONS THAT STAND OUT- Your Health Science magnet program experiences will help you develop a competitive application and strengthen your resume as you seek employment or higher education.

Students must maintain the minimum number of Health Science credits each year.

• 9th Grade- Exploring Health Careers       
• 10th Grade- Four Health Science Credits
• 11th Grade- Five Health Science Credits
• 12th Grade- Five Health Science Credits

If you're interested in partnering with our program, we would love to connect! Our students benefit from opportunities with professionals and often we can align our program goals to help our students naturally transition into partnering programs.

Please fill out the form below to indicate interest in a partnership with the Osseo Health Science Program.

Some areas for possible Partnerships include:

• Guest Instructors

• Internships

• Developing Curriculum

• Host a visit

• Enrichment through donation

• Teacher Externships

• Equipment & Supplies