Level 2 Health
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Hannah Tapara.
Each student will be offered the opportunity to gain up to 20 credits across both internal and external achievement standards.
The aim of this course is to develop a deeper understanding of wellbeing and its influencing factors and builds on work covered in Level 1 Health. There is a strong emphasis on learning through research and investigation of various health topics.
Students will explore a range of topics which aim to enhance an aspect of wellbeing through the use of a Health Promotion model, they will analyse and evaluate an adolescent health issue and interpersonal issues for teenagers and also investigate issues related to sexuality and gender. The focus for Level 2 Health is on understanding these topics and then exploring a range of strategies to enhance wellbeing at the personal level, community and society levels for all involved.
Pre-requisites
Students must have demonstrated a satisfactory level of achievement in Level 1, obtaining at least 10 credits in Level 1 Health or Level 1 Literacy and proven academic ability.
Entry is at the discretion of the Leader of Learning.
Equipment/Stationery/Trips
$20 - Course related activities
Pathway
Potential career pathways from Health include: teaching, sport psychology, sports massage, physiotherapy, nursing, occupational therapy, social work, health science research, nutritionist or health promotion.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Health 2.1 - Analyse an adolescent health issue
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Health 2.2 - Evaluate factors that influence people's ability to manage change
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Health 2.3 - Take action to enhance an aspect of people's well-being within the school or wider community
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Health 2.5 - Analyse issues related to sexuality and gender to develop strategies for addressing the issues
Disclaimer
NB: All courses offered are subject to viable class numbers and staff availability.
Any Credits and Standards listed on courses are only a guideline.