HOYA 1 April Article
Launch the media gallery 1 playerHOYA Program – Monthly Update
Over the past two weeks, students have been learning about restorative care and special care skills. Topics covered included airway interventions, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, preoperative and postoperative care, emergency surgeries, and acute care.
Students also participated in interactive skits on a variety of topics, including assistive devices, supportive devices, prosthetic devices, passive range of motion, and preoperative/postoperative care. These activities helped reinforce their understanding while building confidence and teamwork skills.
Students have continued attending clinicals, where they are gaining confidence in their hands-on skills, communication, and ability to provide timely, quality care.
This week, we began our unit on death and dying. We welcomed a guest speaker, a chaplain from Mercy Health, who spoke with students about their role and how healthcare workers can provide compassionate and supportive care to individuals at the end of life.
After spring break, students will continue exploring different healthcare careers through job shadows and class discussion, and start preparing their career portfolios.
Student Comments:
“HOYA is a good experience, and I have learned a lot.”
“I've learned lots of new things in HOYA. It is a very informational class and challenges you to push yourself!”
“I am really glad I took this class. You earn your CNA in high school versus in college so it takes some stress
off and you don't have to worry about it in the future. The teachers are especially amazing and are always here for you and very encouraging.”- Tori
“I have learned so much, met so many great people, and have had so many memorable experiences.”
“I am so grateful to be a part of this class. The teacher is one of the sweetest, and you can tell that she cares and wants you to succeed. The skills you learn will help so much.”
“I am really glad that I am taking this class. I enjoy doing clinicals. You can get a CNA job out of this class. If you want to go into healthcare, I definitely suggest this class for people. I enjoy learning all about the different healthcare jobs and other things you learn.”
“This class has taught me many things about becoming a CNA, but the best part of the class is the environment. You get to learn new things, meet new people, and you get lifelong friends and maybe even coworkers. We always find fun in learning, whether that's with fun review games, or group work, it always makes the day more fun.”
“This class has given me skills and ideas for my future goals. I have really gotten to experience skills that I will need for the future.”