Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/3HEA

What is this course about?
This is a university approved academic subject with a full Achievement standard course. Subject endorsements are available in this subject. There are practical components which complement the learning in this course, however, this is not a practical based course.

The level three course will further develop knowledge relating to current health issues in New Zealand society and how these impact both on an individual and community well-being. Students will look at both national and international health issues and investigate current health practices in New Zealand.

What will I learn?
In the level three programme students continue to reflect of the nature of well-being and consider contemporary dilemmas and ethical issues in relation to well-being.There is also a strong focus on looking at a range of models of health promotion and how these models contribute to the well-being of our communities.

What sorts of things will I do?
Students will be encouraged to promote their knowledge to the school. This could be done in a variety of forms such as producing a magazine, developing a website, creating a short film or even holding school or community workshops.

Scholarship opportunities
Health is not yet a Scholarship subject.

Frequently asked questions:
Where might health lead?

The skills developed in health will be useful for all students and especially those who are interested in careers such as: Ambulance officer, Chiropractor, Dietician, Diagnostic Radiologist, First Aid Instructor, Health and Safety Officer, Hospital Nurse/Orderly, Massage Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Midwife, Natural Health Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Education or Health Teacher, Primary School Teacher, Police Officer, Rest Home Worker, Social Worker.