In Health Education, the focus is on well-being, of the students themselves, of other people, and of society, through learning in health-related situations. Four underlying and interdependent concepts are at the heart of this learning area:

  • Hauora - a Māori philosophy of well-being that includes the dimensions taha wairua, taha hinengaro, taha tinana, and taha whānau, each one influencing and supporting the others.
  • Attitudes and values - a positive, responsible attitude on the part of students to their own well-being; respect, care, and concern for other people and the environment; and a sense of social justice.
  • The socio-ecological perspective - a way of viewing and understanding the interrelationships that exist between individuals, others, and society.
  • Health promotion - a process that helps to develop and maintain supportive physical and emotional environments and that involves students in personal and collective actions.

Students engage in critical thinking processes that encourage them to challenge a range of personal and societal health-related perceptions, practices and understandings, to decide what is fair and just for individuals and for all people. Health Education deals with topics of relevance for adolescents such as sexuality and relationships, drug and alcohol use, building resilience to manage change and stress, and healthy eating. Students will learn to develop critical insights into many well-being related issues that affect them personally, other people they know, people in the communities where they live, and people worldwide. Integral to these understandings, students will develop a range of skills that they can use to help them manage their own well-being (eg how to make health-enhancing choices, and plan and action goals), support the well-being of others (eg how to communicate effectively and see issues from different perspectives), and contribute meaningfully and responsibly to the well-being of communities (eg how to look critically at well-being issues affecting communities, and to plan and take collective action).

Health is a valuable subject choice for students wishing to pursue learning that will take them into further study related to the social and health sciences such as education, psychology, sociology, philosophy, politics, law, economics, medicine, and careers in any field where they work with people, such as education, health, justice, and social services.

NCEA Level:

Primary Qualification:

Primary Learning Area:

Date:

Teacher(s):​​​​​​​

Level 1

NCEA

Health & Physical Education

2021

To be advised

Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
This course is designed for students to develop their understanding of:

  • Factors that influence the health and wellbeing of individuals, others, groups and the whole of society. 
  • How wellbeing is affected in a range of situations (using a model of Hauora) 
  • A range of actions and strategies that support wellbeing

Students develop skills in:

  • Building resilience and self-worth
  • Responsible decision making
  • Promoting and maintaining positive relationships
  • How to communicate effectively and see issues from others perspectives
  • Having a strong sense of empathy, respect, care and compassion for others
  • Being aware of actions that contribute meaningfully and responsibly to the wellbeing of communities

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)
Knowledge, skills and experiences gained in Health Education are beneficial for many types of occupations. Students may want to take this course to learn more about their own health, or they may be looking for a career in the following fields: Health and Physical Education Teacher; Personal Trainer; Nurse; Dentist; Doctor; Physiotherapist; Occupational Therapist; Speech and Language Therapist; Health Practitioner; Midwife; Chiropractor; Paramedic; Psychologist; Social worker; Police Officer; Primary or Early Childhood Teacher; Health Promoter; Media campaigner; News Reporter; Special needs worker; Armed forces; Police; Lawyer or Politician.

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA
Level		Standard
Number		Standard DescriptorCredits Assessmemt  Literacy  NumeracyVocational
Pathways
1AS90972 03 Health 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of influences on adolescent eating patterns to make health-enhancing recommendations4ExternalYes L1LitNoPI, SI, SC, CI
1AS91097 03 Health 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of ways in which well-being can change and strategies to support well-being 4InternalYes L1LitNoPI, SI, SC, CI
1AS90973 03 Health 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of interpersonal skills used to enhance relationships  5InternalYes L1LitNoPI, SI, SC, CI
1AS90974 04 Health 1.5 - Demonstrate understanding of strategies for promoting positive sexuality  4InternalYes L1LitNoSC, CI
1AS90975 03 Health 1.6 - Demonstrate understanding of issues to make health-enhancing decisions in drug-related situations 4ExternalYes L1LitNoPI, SI, SC, CI


Total Available Credits 21








Note: Courses are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of each year. Course IS endorseable.

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
To gain entry to Level 2 ‘Health in Society’, you must gain at least 14 credits, with at least 8 at Merit level or above.  Level 3 ‘Health Studies’ is an approved University Entrance course which means that Health Education is a valid academic pathway for gaining entry into tertiary institutions.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
Topics studied have relevance to adolescents such as sexuality and relationships, mental health, drug and alcohol use and nutrition.

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
Students engage in critical thinking processes that encourage them to challenge a range of personal and societal health related perceptions, practices and understandings.  An awareness of current affairs and researching using the internet to investigate topics is encouraged. Students are expected to complete regular homework tasks and commit to home study.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)
Digital access at home is an advantage.  A study guide available for purchase.

Course Outline

Term 1
02 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks)

Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks)
 - Introduction to underlying concepts in Health

 - Interpersonal skills (ongoing unit)
 - Mental Health preparation

 - Mental Health
 - Positive Sexuality
 - Interpersonal skills (on-going unit)

 - Drug issues
 - Nutrition


 - Revision for external
 - Course evaluation and review
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 KEY DATES:

 Assessment is on-going throughout the term

  KEY DATES:

​​​​​​​ Assessment is on-going throughout the term

 KEY DATES:

 Derived Grade examination

 KEY DATES:

 NCEA External examination​​









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NCEA Level:

Primary Qualification:

Primary Learning Area:

Date:

Teacher(s):

Level 2

NCEA

Health & Physical Education

2021

To be advised

Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
In Level 2 Health students will study health issues as they relate to adolescents but increasingly consider these issues from a school, community and societal perspectives rather than just their effect on the health of individuals. Students will be able to:

  • Explain personal, interpersonal, and societal influences on health and relate these ideas to the relevant determinants of health
  • Describe the relationship between the factors influencing well-being and the short- and long-term outcomes for individuals, groups, and society
  • Discuss discrimination within communities and suggest health-enhancing action(s) that will promote social justice for self, others, and society
  • Use relevant research as evidence to support claims made about health-related issues, express opinions, and justify points of view
  • Take collective action to enhance an aspect of well-being within the school or wider community and evaluate the effect of this action.

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)
Health is a valuable subject choice for students wishing to pursue learning that will take them into further study related to the social and health sciences such as education, psychology, sociology, philosophy, politics, law, economics, medicine, and careers in any field where they work with people, such as education, health, justice, and social services.

  • A summary of tertiary providers of health-related career pathways throughout NZ - Link
  • For a range of career options in health - Careers Hauora Booklet

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA
Level		Standard
Number		Standard DescriptorCreditsAssessmentLiteracyNumeracyVocational
Pathways
2AS91235 02 Health 2.1 - Analyse an adolescent health issue. 5ExternalYesNoPI, SI, SC
2AS91236  02 Health 2.2 - Evaluate factors that influence people’s ability to manage change. 5InternalYesNoPI, SI, SC
2AS91237 01 Health 2.3 - Take action to enhance an aspect of people's well-being within the school or wider community.5InternalYesNoSI, SC
2AS91239 02 Health 2.5 - Analyse issues related to sexuality and gender to develop strategies for addressing the issues.5internalYesNoPI, SC


Total Available Credits 20








Note: Courses may change with the reveiw of courses at the end of each year. Course IS endorseable.

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
The Level 2 ‘Health in Society’ course leads to ‘Health Studies’ at Year 13 (Level 3 NCEA) and from there to a wide range of university courses and careers.  A minimum of 15 Level 2 credits is required to take Level 3 NCEA Health, nine of which must be a Merit level. Direct entry is possible at the discretion of the HoD Health, but this is only for students who are considering a career option related to this field or have Merit English grades.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
Topics studied are current issues relevant to all people in society. 

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
The teaching, learning and assessment in this course also considers issues from the perspective of the following attitudes and values:

  • A positive and responsible attitude to own well-being
  • Respect for the rights of others
  • Care and concern for other people in the community
  • Social justice (fairness, inclusiveness and non-discriminatory practices)

Using digital technology is encouraged and promoted in this course. An awareness of current affairs and researching using the internet to investigate topics is encouraged. Students are expected to do at least two-four hours of study per week in this subject.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)
Digital access at home is an advantage. A study guide available for purchase.

Course Outline

Term 1
02 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks)

Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks)

 Introduction: Concepts in Health
 Take action to promote wellbeing Health 2.3

 Mental Health and Resilience
 Health 2.2

 Sexuality and Gender - Health 2.5
 Adolescent health issue - Health 2.1

 Examination preparation​​​​
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 KEY DATES:

 Week 10: Assessment due

 KEY DATES:

 Week 7: Assessment due

 KEY DATES:

 Week 5: Assessment due
 Week 10: Derived Grade examination

 KEY DATES:

 Week 5: NCEA examinations 








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NCEA Level:

Primary Qualification:

Primary Learning Area:

Date:

Teacher(s):

Level 3

NCEA

Health & Physical Education

2021

To be advised

Graduate profile: (What qualities/additional skills learners will achieve by taking this course?)
In Level 3 Health Studies, students engage in critical thinking processes that encourage them to challenge a range of personal and societal health-related perceptions, practices and understandings. Students will:

  • Critically analyse the cause and effect of a current health issue in New Zealand
  • Critically analyse dilemmas and contemporary ethical issues that influence the health and safety of people in society
  • Investigate and evaluate ways of practicing healing and medicine within New Zealand
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health promotion concepts and initiatives, how equitable outcomes are achieved, and how to uphold the values of social justice - fairness, inclusiveness and non-discrimination.
  • Investigate global health issues of current concern

This course prepares students extremely well for further university study, with a strong focus on academic writing and research skills.  Students are required to be committed to home study, of at least three to four hours per week.

Possible Career/ Vocational Pathway(s): (What career pathways are related to this course?)
Health is a valuable subject choice for students wishing to pursue learning that will take them into further study related to the social and health sciences such as education, psychology, sociology, philosophy, politics, law, economics, medicine, and careers in any field where they work with people, such as education, health, justice, and social services.

  • A summary of tertiary providers of health-related career pathways throughout NZ - Link
  • For a range of career options in health - Careers Hauora Booklet

Learning outcomes/Assessment links:

NCEA
Level		Standard
Number		Standard DescriptorCreditsAssessmentLiteracyNumeracyVocational
Pathways
3AS 91461 01 Health 3.1 - Analyse a New Zealand health issue5InternalYes L1Lit R LitNoPI, SI, SC
3AS 91462 01 Health 3.2 - Analyse an international health issue5ExternalYes L1Lit RW LitNoPI, SI, SC
3AS 91463 01 Health 3.3 - Evaluate health practices currently used in New Zealand5InternalYes L1Lit R LitNoSI, SC
3AS 91464 01 Health 3.4 - Analyse a contemporary ethical issue in relation to well-being4InternalYes L1Lit R LitNoPI, SI, SC


Total Available Credits 19








Note: Courses may change with the reveiw of courses at the end of each year. This is a University entrance approved course. Course IS endorseable.

Progression: (What courses does this course lead to?)
Tertiary study for health-related careers as mentioned above.

Vocational/Industry links: (What vocational or industry learning experiences will be included in this course?)
Where possible guest speakers are invited to come in and sometimes visits to organisations within the community if appropriate.

Contextualised contexts: (What local, cultural, real-life content is involved in this course?)
Topics studied are current issues relevant to all people in society. 

Teaching and Learning Approaches: (How will I learn in this course?)
The teaching, learning and assessment in this course also considers issues from the perspective of the following attitudes and values:

  • A positive and responsible attitude to own well-being
  • Respect for the rights of others
  • Care and concern for other people in the community
  • Social justice (fairness, inclusiveness and non-discriminatory practices)

Using digital technology is encouraged and promoted in this course. An awareness of current affairs and researching using the internet to investigate topics is encouraged. Students are expected to do at least two-four hours of study per week in this subject.

Resource requirements: (What resources will I need to have to learn in this course?)
Digital access at home.

Course Outline

Term 1
02 February - 16 April 2021
(10/11 weeks)

Term 2
03 May - 09 July 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 3
26 July - 01 October 2021
(10 weeks)		Term 4
18 October - early November 2021
(4 weeks)
 Underlying concepts in Health
 New Zealand Health issue: Health 3.1

 Ethical issue - Health 3.4
 Health practices - Health 3.3

 Health practices - Health 3.3
 International Health issue - Health 3.2

 International Health issue - Health 3.2 (ongoing)
 Final preparation for external examinations

 KEY DATES:

 Week 10: Assessment due

 KEY DATES:

 Week 7: Assessment due
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KEY DATES:

 Week 5: Assessment due 
 Week 10: Derived Grade examination

 KEY DATES:

 Week 5: NCEA examinations 









Health Booklet 2021
September 2020