Epsom Girls Grammar School
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11 Health Sociology & Investigations
11HEA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
This course will give students a solid understanding of some of the key concepts in Health, to help build a better understanding of topics in the Level 2 and 3 courses.
- We will look at change situations within a Sexuality context and how these can affect our wellbeing, as well as how we communicate with our peers.
- In the Nutrition unit, students will have the opportunity to gain NCEA credits. Students will gain an understanding of what influences teenagers in their choice of foods. This helps students understand why they eat the food they do and how this affects their well being. This topic includes some practical activities around food.
- In the Drugs unit, we look at what influences people to take drugs, the effects taking drugs has on your wellbeing and how this can impact people.
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Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Level 2 Health Sociology & Investigations
NCEA Health will be offered from Level 1- 3. As NCEA Health is a University approved entry course it can lead to many different careers; Doctor, Midwifery, Social Worker, Counsellor, Police Officer, Occupational Therapist, Nurse, Physiotherapist, Teacher, Dietician.
Registered Nurse, Police Officer, Physician, Midwife, Dietitian, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirementsLevel 1 Health Education Workbook $35 available to purchase from the Uniform/Stationery Shop.