Level 1 Health Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Kindley.
1.1 Health: Demonstrate understanding of wellbeing through the application of a model of health
Passion, connection, and Te Whare Tapa Whā.
Students will use the Te Whare Tapa Whā model of health to explore perspectives of a person, or group of people, and the impact of an activity on wellbeing. Possible activities: Harakeke Flax weaving, kura kai.
Assessment type: Internal
1.2 Health: Demonstrate understanding of a decision-making process in a health-related situation
In this activity you will use a decision-making process, then reflect on what you have learnt from that experience.
Possible health-related situations:
- Responding to a cyberbullying situation.
- Supporting a friend or family member who has experienced a distressing life event.
- Regulating screentime and what material is viewed online.
- Responding to a situation where there is pressure to use drugs.
- Or one selected in consultation with your teacher.
Assessment type: Internal
1.3 Health: Demonstrate understanding of personal, interpersonal, and societal factors that influence hauora
Candidates are required to provide evidence of their own thinking and use the scenario and resources provided to support their answers. The scenario and resources provided will fall into two of three Health and Physical Education Key Areas of Learning:
• Food and Nutrition • Mental Health • Relationships and Sexuality.
Method of assessment Examination
1.4 Health: Demonstrate understanding of strategies that enhance hauora.
Candidates will produce a report that demonstrates their understanding of strategies that enhance hauora. The assessment activity will provide a scenario aligned with the Key Areas of Learning in Health Studies.
Candidates will produce a report in response to the scenario and supporting resources.
The scenario and resources provided will fall into two of three Health and Physical Education Key Areas of Learning:
- Food and Nutrition
- Mental Health
- Relationships and Sexuality.
Assessment medium Digital Submission
Recommended Prior Learning
A positive attitude and a keen interest in Health issues. Success at Year 10 Health is a good indication of preparedness for this subject at Year 11.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stile app $30.00
Pathway
Skills for health jobs differ depending on the role you want to specialise in. That said, there are some skills which will help you whatever area of healthcare you’d like to go into. Ask yourself these questions:
Do I have people skills?
Do friends and family come to me when they have a problem?
Am I tactful and sensitive but always honest?
Am I a good communicator?
Am I a good listener?
Am I compassionate?
Do I have IT skills?
Am I good at problem solving and do I have good critical thinking skills?
Do I have an interest in Health issues?
Then a career in Health is for you.
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
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Health Studies 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence hauora
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Health Studies 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of strategies that enhance hauora
Pathway Tags
Diversional Therapist, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, Registered Nurse, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Paramedic, Pathologist, Army Soldier, Medical Physicist, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Beauty Therapist, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Biosecurity Officer, Phlebotomist, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, Surgeon, Counsellor, Midwife, Dental Assistant, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Emergency Management Officer, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Coder, Dental Technician, Psychologist, Mine/Quarry Manager, Community Karitāne, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Community Development Worker, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Crop Worker, Oral Health Therapist, Dentist, Medical Imaging Technologist, Diagnostic Radiologist, Dietitian, Dispensing Optician, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Driller, Early Childhood Teacher, Economist, Human Resources Adviser, Energy/Carbon Auditor, 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, Immigration Officer, Veterinarian, Insurance Adviser, 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, Dairy Herd Manager, Support Worker, Ophthalmologist, Epidemiologist, Facilities Manager,
Disclaimer
Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.