HEALTH EDUCATION II (607801) 

Length: Semester Available for: 10-12 grades      

Health education provides opportunities for students to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for practicing lifelong, health-enhancing behaviors. The Health II Curriculum focuses on what students can do for themselves to meet the objectives of the six state core standards and illustrates the impact their attitudes and behaviors have on the world around them. The curriculum builds on the foundation established in Health I with advanced, age-appropriate focus. Students will learn that they are responsible for their personal well-being and that building a solid foundation of health literacy and decision-making skills can contribute to positive health choices throughout life. In addition, they will explore the impact their personal health has on society as a whole.

INTRODUCATION TO HEALTH SCIENCES- YEAR (704000)

Length: Year Available for:  9-12 grades

Counts for .5 Health II credit and .5 CTE credit.

This course is designed to create an awareness of career possibilities in healthcare and inform students of the educational options available for health science and health technology programs. Instruction includes beginning anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical ethics, diseases, and disorders. The course prepares students for the Medical Anatomy/Physiology course and/or for a variety of health technology programs.