Your Instructor(s)
Stacey Ladd
Stacey has been teaching in the Health Sciences Academy since 2018. She obtained her B.S. in Physical Therapy at UVM and brings more than 30 years of diverse clinical experience to the program including spinal cord injury rehab, traumatic brain injury rehab, outpatient orthopedics, chronic pain rehab, home health, aquatics, geriatrics and a specialty in dementia care. She is a National Registry EMT and serves on her local rescue squad. Stacey loves sharing this background with the students and being able to bring real life situations to the EMT curriculum. In college, she helped to put herself through school by working as an LNA, so she understands the many diverse roles and responsibilities in a medical team. She is currently enrolled in the Master’s degree program at Vermont State University-Castleton pursuing an M.S. in Educational Research.
Stacey has used her long term experience and community connections to further expand some of the clinical opportunities for students. She has the good fortune of being the mom of a graduate of HSA and will willingly share that perspective with any parents who may have questions. Her primary goal is to reinforce to students that patients are people first and when that is the premise, everything else falls into place.
Your Instructor(s)
Monica Beard-Raymond
Monica started teaching at the Health Science Academy in fall of 2022. She holds a MS in Occupational Therapy, a Masters of Public Affairs and BS in Biology. Monica is an occupational therapist and came to BTC after working in acute care at the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC). Prior to her work at UVMC, Monica practiced OT in skilled nursing and a private school setting. As an OT, she is committed to treating the whole person in order to facilitate function and she has collaborated with many areas of the healthcare profession in order to provide quality, coordinated care to patients. Monica enjoys orienting students to a wide view of the many opportunities within the healthcare field as well as the significant responsibility that comes with serving others through health care. She is passionate about helping people live to their full potential, and grow as individuals. At BTC, Monica’s goal is to foster student growth through deep learning, practical applications and self -reflection.
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Burlington Technical Center
Learn by doing in Burlington, Vermont.
About the Program
Upcoming Informational Sessions:
- Tuesday, February 4th, Downtown BTC Programs
- Session I. 5-6 p.m.
- Session II. 6-7 p.m.
- Saturday, February 15th, All Programs 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Click here for more information: Informational Sessions
This program immerses students in rigorous academics (anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, human growth and development and E.M.T. and phlebotomy certification), practical applications (medical assessment techniques, such as vital signs, reflex testing, goniometry, electrocardiography, diagnostic lab testing), and experiential learning (including dissections, job shadowing, simulated job interviews). Second semester seniors choose between completing their national certification for Emergency Medical Technician (E.M.T.) or phlebotomy (C.P.T.). Students are provided with guidance in the college application process and will also complete a workplace skills unit, geared to careers in health care, including job applications, resumes, cover letters, and interviews with UVM Medical Center recruiters.
High School Credits Available:
- Year 1 – 1.0 Elective, 1.0 Science, and 1.0 Social Studies
- Year 2 – 1.5 Elective, 1.0 Science, and 0.5 Health*
- Endorsement of health credit is contingent upon completion of both program years
Follow this link to the CTE Health Sciences and Dental Assisting Programs Proficiency Summary, as detailed on the VT AOE website.
American Heart Association Certifications: Adult, Infant and Child CPR, Automated External Defibrillator and First Aid. Bloodborne Pathogens and Medical Ethics Certifications also available. College credits available, VTSU: Anatomy and Physiology I (4.0 credits), Anatomy and Physiology II (4.0 credits), Human Growth and Development (3.0 credits); River Valley Community College: Human Biology (4.0 credits), Medical Terminology (3.0 credits); CCV: Intro to Health Care (3.0 credits); NH/VT HOSA: Future Health Professionals, Vermont Brain Bee/Neuroscience Club; National Technical Honor Society Opportunity to earn up to 17 College CreditsHealth Sciences Academy Occupations
- Athletic Training
- Biomed Engineering
- Emergency Medicine
- EMT & Paramedic
- Phlebotomist
- Medical Assisting
- Medical Lab Science
- Microbiology
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Pathologist Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Physician
- Physician Assisting
- Psychology Radiation
- Therapy Radiography
- Respiratory Therapy
- Speech Pathology
- Veterinary Medicine
