1PHLH

NCEA Level 1 Health

Course Description

Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs S. Hainsworth.

This course will give students the opportunity to develop further understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand as a bicultural nation, with diverse viewpoints on hauora, health, and wellbeing. They can learn about how actions can enhance hauora, and explore ways to manage change situations that impact health and wellbeing. They learn that hauora is more than a matter of personal choice and individual responsibility. 

Students develop an understanding of well-being by learning about the 'Whare Tapu Wha' Model of Hauora as well as other models of Health. They develop respect and compassion for others and an appreciation of diversity. They are encouraged to think critically and view situations from personal, interpersonal, and societal perspectives.

Using digital technology is encouraged and promoted in this course. Teachers use Microsoft teams and one note to help deliver learning. An awareness of current affairs and researching using the internet to investigate topics is encouraged. Learning in interactive and collaborative.

Knowledge, skills and experiences gained in Health Education are beneficial for many types of occupations. Students will learn foundational knowledge and skills that can lead to diverse future pathways, including becoming a teacher, and working or studying in the health, community services, government, hospitality, and science sectors. 

Pathway

Career Pathways

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.

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92008 v3
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of hauora in a health-related context through the application of a model of health
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92009 v3
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in a health-related situation
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92010 v3
NZQA Info
Health Studies 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence hauora
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0