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.
External
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of hauora in a health-related context through the application of a model of health
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in a health-related situation
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of strategies that enhance hauora