Level 3 Health
L3HLT Course Description Pre-requisitesStudents must have demonstrated a satisfactory level of achievement in Level 2 Health, gaining at least 10 credits. Or, achieved well in Level 2 English and demonstrated good academic ability.
Entry is at the discretion of the Leader of Learning.
Each student will be offered the opportunity to gain up to 19 credits across both internal and external achievement standards and students can work towards gaining UE accreditation.
The aim of this course is to deepen students understanding of broader societal Health issues and the underlying concepts that underpin the PE and Health curriculum. They will learn through discussion, participation, research and investigation. Students will need to make extensive use of established and evidence based bodies of knowledge when researching each unit of work.
Level 3 Health requires students to think critically about their environment, societal issues and the influences on the wellbeing of communities and populations. Throughout the year students will be encouraged to consider different perspectives and may often debate differing sides of issues.
Topics that are covered across Level 3 Health are health issues within NZ, health practices currently used within NZ, ethical issues and dilemmas around recognised health issues and analysing an international health issue.
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Assessment Policy & Procedures Career Pathways
Medical Physicist, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Pathologist, Army Soldier, Counsellor, Chiropractor, Community Development Worker, Health Promoter, Massage Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Osteopath, Physiotherapist, Youth Worker, Social Worker, Speech-Language Therapist
Equipment/Stationery/Trips$20 approximately - Course activities