The Health and Wellness program of study introduces students to knowledge and skills related to promoting physical, emotional, social, and mental health and wellness. Students who choose this program of study may learn how to assist patients in planning for their health and wellness, respond to crises, and advise, provide education or counseling, or make referrals. Students may also focus on addressing barriers to access health and wellness services.
Recommended Course Sequence:
Human Growth and Development
Lifetime Nutrition, Wellness & Interpersonal Studies || LHS, RHS, VHS, VRHS
Applied Nutrition and Dietetics || LHS, RHS, VHS, VRHS
Practicum in Human Services
ServSafe Food Handlers
Pre-Professional Certification in Nutrition, Food, and Wellness
StartSafe: Preparing for Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning opportunities may include:
Internship - gain experience by interning at a local gym/fitness center, community mental health organization, food bank, etc.
Job Shadow - spend a day or more observing a variety of health and wellness professionals, such as a dietician at a local hospital, personal trainer, nutritionist, or mental health professional
Industry/Service Project - apply knowledge and skills to develop a project for a client or to serve your local community
Competitions - while not direct work experiences, participating in FCCLA competitions can involve development of practical skills and simulated real-world scenarios
Field Trips and Guest Speakers - gain understanding of a variety of career paths and insight into the industry from professionals