L1HEA

Health Studies Level 1

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. McGregor.

This course focuses on Level 6 of the Health Education Curriculum. In Health, the focus is on improving personal well-being, as well as other people (interpersonal) and societal in general through learning in health-related contexts. We will take a holistic view of Health and cover all key underlying concepts of the New Zealand Health Curriculum e.g. Hauora (Well-Being), Heath Promotion, Socio-Ecological Perspective and Attitudes and Values. We will explore Hauora (Well-Being), Mental Health, Substances that impact Well-Being and Relationships & Sexuality Education. The main focus of this course is to equip you with the necessary skills to maintain and develop your personal well-being, both now and in the future; as well as prepare you for future academic and vocational opportunities. 

Please note that students will only be entered and complete ONE of the external assessments. 

Note: Students will do a maximum of 15 credits for the year, 2 internals worth 5 credits each (compulsory) & 1 of the Externals on Offer.  

This course is: Endorsable

Course Overview

Term 1
Health Studies A.S 1.1 92008 (Internal) 5 Credits
“Demonstrate understanding of wellbeing through the application of a model of health”
The Key Area of Learning: Food and Nutrition
A model of health: Te Whare Tapa Whā

Term 2
Health Studies A.S 1.2 92009 (Internal) 5 Credits
“Demonstrate Understanding of a decision-making process in a health-related situation”
Key Area of Learning: Mental Health
Context: how to respond to a situation where there is pressure to use substances



Term 3
Health Studies A.S 1.4 92011
(External) 5 Credits – 800 Word Max Report
“Demonstrate Understanding of Strategies that enhance Hauora”.
Key Areas of Learning: Food & Nutrition, Mental Health & Relationships & Sexuality

Recommended Prior Learning

Junior Health Education in the Junior School 

These qualities and characteristics will help students navigate the foundational concepts in a Level 1 Health Studies course and develop essential skills for their ongoing education. 

* Adaptability & Active Participant & Attention to Detail

* Basic Digital Literacy, Problem Solving & Research Skills

* Curiosity and Willingness to Learn 

* Effective Communicator & Empathy

* Focus on Self Improvement & Well-Being as well as others

* Growth Mind-Set

* Independent Learner & Involvement and Input in Discussion Groups

* Open Mindedness

* Positive Attitude 

* Resilient, Respect for Diversity & Responsibility 

* Self-Reflective, Self-Motivated & Supportive of Others in a Class Environment

* Growth Mind-Set

* Teamwork & Time Management Skills/Managing Self


Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 5
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92008 v3
NZQA Info

Health Studies 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of hauora in a health-related context through the application of a model of health


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92009 v3
NZQA Info

Health Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in a health-related situation


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92011 v3
NZQA Info

Health Studies 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of strategies that enhance hauora


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0