Statewide Program of Study: Bio-Medical Science — Page 1�
Health Science Career Cluster
The Health Science career cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostics services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from medical assistant, registered nurse, and physical therapist to forensic science technician and athletic trainer.
Statewide Program of Study: Biomedical Science
The Biomedical Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the study of biology and medicine. This program of study includes researching and diagnosing diseases, pre-existing conditions, and other determinants of health. Students will also practice patient care and communication.
Secondary Courses for High School Credit
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Level 4 |
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Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities
Work-Based Learning Activities |
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Expanded Learning Opportunities |
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Aligned Industry-Based Certifications
Example Postsecondary Opportunities
Apprenticeships
Associate Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees
Additional Stackable IBCs/License
Example Aligned Occupations
Biomedical Science
Medical Equipment Preparers
Median Wage: $44,460
Annual Openings: 591
10-Year Growth: 18%
Forensic Science Technicians
Median Wage: $55,598
Annual Openings: 325
10-Year Growth: 22%
Biological Technicians
Median Wage: $47,968
Annual Openings: 665
10-Year Growth: 14%
Successful completion of the Biomedical program of study will fulfill requirements of the STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met or the Public Services endorsement.
Data Source: TexasWages, Texas Workforce Commission. Retrieved 3/8/2024.
For more information visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/college-career-and-military-prep/career-and-technical-education/hs-biomedical-science-extended.pdf
Revised–November 2025
Statewide Program of Study: Bio-Medical Science — Page 2
Health Science Career Cluster
Statewide Program of Study: Biomedical Science
Course Information
Level 1
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Principles of Biomedical Science (PLTW) N1302092 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None�Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Level 2
Course | | Prerequisites | Corequisites | Career Clusters |
Human Body Systems (PLTW) N1302093 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None�Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Biomedical Science
For additional information on the Health Science career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte
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Biomedical Innovation (PLTW) N1302095 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: None�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: At least one credit in a Level 2 or higher course in the Biomedical Science program of study�Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Scientific Research and Design 13037200 (1 credit) | | Prerequisites: Biology, and one credit of the following: Physics for Engineering, chemistry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), or physics�Corequisites: None Recommended Prerequisites: None�Recommended Corequisites: None | |
Level 4
Level 4