Allied Health

The Allied Health program provides a foundation in human anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical safety. Through hands-on training and CPR certification, participants develop the professional skills necessary to transition seamlessly into the healthcare workforce or higher education. Taking a CTE Allied Health class helps students understand how laws and ethics guide patient care, ensuring safety, privacy, and professional responsibility in healthcare settings. By connecting classroom learning, hands-on activities, and foundational skills, students learn how informed, ethical decision-making is essential to quality healthcare practice.

• Hands-on Activities- Students in Allied Health will practice fundamental technical skills, such as measuring vital signs (blood pressure and pulse), performing first aid and CPR, and practicing proper infection control techniques like "scrubbing in".
• Real World Opportunities- Throughout the year, students will participate in college tours, visit health care facilities, and hear from multiple industry-related guest speakers.  
• Related Careers- Nurse, Doctor, X-ray Technician, Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Biller & Coder, Dietary Technician, Medical Researcher, and many more. 
• College Credit-Allied Health is a direct college credit program with Lansing Community College. Students who successfully complete the program will earn the following credits:
  • CHSE 100- Introduction to Health Professions (3 credits)
  • CHSE 120- Medical Terminology (4 credits)
  • CHSE 117- Health Law and Ethics (2 credits)
• Early College Opportunity- Contact Jennifer Fenning for more information. [email protected]

Instructor: Karen Stutzman

Year Started at CCRESA: 2000

Work Experience in Career Field: Radiology Clerk, Pediatric Nurse, Public Health Nurse
What inspired you to teach in your program career field? Driven by a nursing and public health background, I transitioned from clinical care to education to help others navigate today’s complex health information landscape. I am passionate about empowering students to understand their own bodies and develop the critical thinking skills needed to make informed wellness choices. My goal is for every student to walk away with a deeper self-awareness and the ability to find reliable health facts for life.

What are some interests outside of the classroom? Being outside, either walking, biking, or boating, and cooking.

How do you hope your students will remember you? First, that I care about them as a person and not just their grade or if they continue into health care. Also, that I took time to find ways to teach that may be unusual, silly, or make me look ridiculous, but that helped them to learn.