Courses Offered
Course Options @ BNC
Our courses enable students to explore a multitude of topics and issues related to individual and group environments. Students will engage in practical experiences and demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills within each course. These courses provide students with the necessary transferable skills that will enable them to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
HIF1O/20-Exploring Family Studies
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Managing Resources
Financial Literacy
Healthy Relationships
Food Literacy & Nutrition
Meal Preparation
Sewing Skills
Family Dynamics
Well-Being
HFN2O- Food and Nutrition
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Food Literacy & Nutrition
Meal Preparation
Well-Being
Healthy Food Choices
Food Marketing
Environmental Impact
Food Trends
Cultural Food Influences
HNL2O- Clothing
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Creating Garments & Accessories
Functionality of Clothing
Communication of Clothing
Individuality
Shopping Trends and Strategies
Retail & Marketing
Sustainable Fashion
HFC3E/M- Food and Culture
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Cultural Food Exploration
Food-related Etiquette
Meal Preparation Skills
Environmental Impact
Cooking Techniques
Food Choices
Traditions in Canada Compared to Other Countries
HPC3O- Raising Healthy Children
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Practical Experiences with Children
Research and Observation
Growth & Development
Theories in Child Development
Career Exploration
Education & Literacy
Challenges Parents Face Today
HNC3C- Understanding Fashion
Prerequisite: none
Topics:
Fashion Design
Garment & Accessory Creation
Fibres & Fabrics
Sustainability
Marketing & Advertising
Fashion Cycles & Trends
Elements & Principles of Design
Cultural & Social Influences
HSP3C/U- Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, & Sociology
Prerequisite: U Level- Grade 10 academic course in English, or Grade 10 academic History (Canadian and World Studies)
Topics:
Sociological, Psychological, Anthropological Theories and concepts
Examining Human Behavior
Mental Process & Thinking
Research Methods & Skills
Culture & Socialization
Current Issues in Society
HFA4C/U- Nutrition & Health
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies.
Topics:
Food Literacy
Meal Preparation
Food Security
Healthy Food Choices
Food Production
Environmental Impact
Well-Being
Cultural Food Influences
HIP4O- Personal Life Management
Prerequisite: None
Topics:
Post-Secondary Planning
Theories & Development
Financial Literacy
Occupational Connections
Personal Growth
Interpersonal Skills
Health and Wellness
Career Development
HZT4U- Philosophy
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies.
Philosophical Theories
Research Methods and Inquiry
Reasoning and Analytical Skills
Formulate and Evaluate Arguments
Ethical Frameworks
Connections to Popular Culture
HSB4U- Challenge & Change in Society
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies.
Topics:
Theoretical Application to World Issues
Research Methods & Skills
Issues & Challenges Canadian Families Face
Trends and Statistical Analysis
Cultural, Social, and Behavioral Patterns
Technology, Demographics, Social Change