Level 1 Health Studies
Course Description
This course follows the NCEA level 1 guidelines. This course would suit students who like to make change happen and can identify the inequalities in New Zealand society. They will be confident to state opinions and recommend change. There is a high level of written work and there is an external exam in Semester 2.
Specific skills learned
Identify why change happens and how this can impact own your own wellbeing, developing strategies to manage these changes
You will recommend to others how to use interpersonal skills to promote and maintain healthy relationships
You will learn how to take action to promote positive sexuality messages to overcome discrimination and stereotypes
What strategies can you use to stay healthy in a variety of situations in which drugs are present
Recommended Prior Learning
Merit and Excellence grades in some Year 10 Health assessments
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
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
Pathway Tags
Diversional Therapist, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, Registered Nurse, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Paramedic, Pathologist, Animal Care Attendant, Army Soldier, Medical Physicist, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Beauty Therapist, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Biosecurity Officer, Phlebotomist, Tattoo Artist, Cardiac Physiologist, Physician, Surgeon, Midwife, Dental Assistant, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Emergency Management Officer, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Dental Technician, Psychologist, Community Karitane, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Oral Health Therapist, Dentist, Diagnostic Radiologist, Dietitian, Dispensing Optician, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Early Childhood Teacher, Environmental/Public Health Officer, Firefighter, Fishery Officer, Forestry Scientist, Pest Control Technician, Health and Safety Inspector, Health and Safety Adviser, Health Promoter, Health Services Manager, Health Care Assistant, Naturopath, Veterinarian, Massage Therapist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Radiation Therapist, Nanny/Child Carer, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Osteopath, Physiotherapist, Quarantine Officer, Radiation Oncologist, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Teacher Aide, Speech-Language Therapist, Sterilising Technician, Psychotherapist,
Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.