Year 8 Health Education
8HEED Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr A. Rice.
In Year 8 Health Education learners will be introduced to current health issues faced by adolescents in today’s society. Learners will develop tools and strategies to deal with these issues and make informed health-enhancing decisions by participating in activities involving class discussion, group tasks and individual work.
The units that will be covered are
- Health & Well-Being
- Nutrition
- Sexuality Education
- Drug Education
- Health Promotion
Learning Areas:
PE, Health and Outdoor Education
Pathway Career Pathways
Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Pathologist, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Beauty Therapist, Phlebotomist, Physician, Surgeon, Counsellor, Dental Assistant, Chiropractor, Dental Technician, Psychologist, Community Karitāne, Community Development Worker, Oral Health Therapist, Dentist, Medical Imaging Technologist, Dietitian
Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)$20 - This includes learner booklets and outside facilitators.