Healthcare Coursework
Healthcare Occupations, Human Body Systems, dual-credit biology, and a rigorous academic sequence.
Why IHSCA?
A high school experience built around your future.
Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy offers students rigorous academics, meaningful relationships, healthcare career preparation, leadership development, and individualized support in a school community where students are known and families are valued.
Located on Chicago’s Southwest Side, IHSCA prepares students to graduate ready for college, healthcare careers, leadership, and life beyond high school.
Healthcare Is Our Specialty.
Student Success Is Our Mission.
Community Is Our Strength.
IHSCA brings academics, career preparation, family support, student development, and community resources together to create a high school experience with purpose.
OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAM
A Comprehensive Allied Health Career Pathway
One of Chicago’s few high schools offering a comprehensive, four-year Allied Health Pathway.
Students interested in healthcare can begin developing academic knowledge, professional skills, certifications, college credit, leadership, and hands-on experience while still in high school.
Certification Preparation
Opportunities connected to CPR, First Aid, Pre-BNA, and Basic Nursing Assistant training.
College Credit
Eligible students can complete college-level courses and earn transferable credit during high school.
Career Experience
Internships, work-based learning, professional exposure, leadership, and healthcare career exploration.
A CONNECTED HEALTHCARE EDUCATION PIPELINE
From IHSCA to Instituto College
IHSCA students benefit from a uniquely connected healthcare education pipeline through Instituto College. Students can begin developing healthcare knowledge and skills in high school, pursue certification and college-credit opportunities, and explore continued nursing education after graduation.
Associate Degree Nursing
The Associate Degree Nursing program at Instituto College, located at 2520 South Western Avenue in Chicago, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Students must meet all applicable Instituto College admission, academic, and program requirements.
This proximity and organizational connection allow students to understand how high school coursework, healthcare training, college credit, and professional preparation can connect to continued education and future healthcare careers.
THE IHSCA DIFFERENCE
We Care
Where students are known, families are valued, and futures are built.
At IHSCA, enrolling a student means welcoming and supporting the family. Our small-school environment allows staff to build meaningful relationships, monitor student progress, communicate with families, and respond when students need additional guidance or support.
Students Are Known
Teachers, counselors, support staff, and school leaders work together to understand each student’s strengths, needs, interests, and goals.
Families Are Partners
Families receive communication, guidance, learning opportunities, and connections to services that support student and family success.
Progress Is Supported
Academic monitoring, counseling, intervention, multilingual services, special education, and social-emotional support help students move forward.
Support Beyond the Classroom
As part of Instituto del Progreso Latino, IHSCA students and families can be connected with a broader network of educational, workforce, training, and community resources.
• Adult education opportunities
• Workforce development
• Healthcare training pathways
• Family and community programming
• Immigration and citizenship resources
• Connections to wraparound services
Available services may vary based on program eligibility, availability, and individual family needs.
Our Core Values
Our values guide how students learn, lead, serve, build relationships, and contribute to the school community.
Integrity
Humility
Service
Courage
Authenticity
College and Career Readiness Begins Early
Students begin exploring their interests and future possibilities in ninth grade. Over four years, they participate in academic planning, grade-level college experiences, leadership development, career exploration, dual-credit opportunities, financial-aid preparation, and postsecondary transition planning.
Our goal is for every graduate to leave IHSCA with a clear plan and the knowledge, confidence, and support needed to take the next step.
Life at IHSCA
A meaningful high school experience extends beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to connect, participate, lead, and discover new interests.
Athletics
Students can compete, build teamwork, develop discipline, and represent IHSCA through school athletics.
Clubs and Leadership
Clubs, student organizations, leadership opportunities, and service learning help students build confidence and community.
After-School Programming
Academic support, enrichment, recreation, mentoring, and special programs provide additional ways for students to learn and connect.
Begin Building Your Future
At IHSCA, students can work toward:
✓ A high school diploma that prepares them for what comes next
✓ College credit and advanced coursework
✓ Healthcare certification preparation
✓ College admission and financial aid
✓ Internships and professional experiences
✓ Leadership and service experience
✓ Strong relationships and personal growth
✓ A clear postsecondary plan
Your Future Can Start at IHSCA
Take the next step by applying to IHSCA or scheduling an opportunity to experience our school community.