Health

0.5 High School Credit

Course Dates

Session I - Fall 2021: Starting week of September 20^th, 2021 to week of November 15^th, 2021

Session II - Winter 2022: Starting week of Feb 14th , 2022 to week of April 11th, 2022

Session III - Spring 2022: Starting week of April 18th 2022 to week of June 13th, 2022

Prerequisites

None

Suggested Grade Level

Grades 9-12

Course description

Drawing on knowledge and health issues from the biological, environmental, psychological, social, emotional, physical and mental sciences, students are given the opportunity to apply essential skills to reduce health risks and promote lifelong wellness. The course instills in students the skills and knowledge necessary to enhance the health and wellness of self and others across the lifespan. Topics of study include: Emotional & Mental Health, Nutrition & Physical Activity, Abstinence, Personal & Sexual Health, HIV, STD & Pregnancy Prevention, and Tobacco, Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention. This course follows an accelerated pace and meets graduation requirements.