Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/1HEA

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.

This course will appeal to students who are interested in learning about current youth issues and how we are influenced by those around us, the media and society. We will explore the role that communication has in a variety of relationships and how to use decision making models to solve problems. We will also explore how sexuality is portrayed in the media and carry out a project to improve your individual well-being.

What will I learn?
In a 21st century world where change is constant, it is important that individuals are resilient and know how to manage and deal with change. In health we will investigate current youth issues in New Zealand society and explore how these impact on ourselves and others.

What sorts of things will I do?
Learning in health will take place in a co-operative environment and may include role plays, debates, student lead activities and creating magazines or websites.

What standards can I enter?
Vocational Pathways 

'''Vocational Pathways provide a framework for students to show how their learning and achievement is valued in the workplace by aligning learning to the skills needed for industry. '''

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 University Entrance Literacy & Numeracy Information'''

The coded letters under Assessment have the following meanings:

N - L1 and UE numeracy

L - L1 literacy

R - UE reading literacy

W - UE writing literacy 

 Do I have to do all the standards in the course?
 * YES. You will be entered for all standards in the course and are expected to give your best effort in all of them. The only exceptions will where an individual learning plan is approved by the specialist subject leader after consultation with your parents, tutor and student services.


 * This will only be approved where students have attempted the external topics and find them too difficult, in which case alternative internal standards may be included in their curriculum where able.


 * Students and parents must ensure that the individualised learning plan will still meet the entry requirements for tertiary study.

Appeals, Extension, Authenticity, Missed Assessments
There is a process for appeals on internal grades. All work submitted for achievement or unit standards must be your own. If you miss an assessment for any reason you must fill in a Missed assessment form, (available at Reception)

Frequently asked questions:
Are there exams at the end of the year?

Yes, there is 1 external exam for Health.

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, Dietitian, 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.

Is there a lot of writing?

Yes, but there will be opportunities to practice your writing skills in class. Each Internal has a set of checkpoints, which provide important feedback essential for success in the subject.