Health 

0.5 High School Credit

Course Dates

• Fall 2025 Term: October 13th, 2025 - December 19th, 2025

• Winter/Spring 2026 Term: January 26th, 2026 - April 3rd, 2026

• Summer 2026 Term: June 22nd, 2026 - July, 10th, 2026

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.