Level 3 Health
13HEA Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms K. Fairbrother, Miss K. Dawson.
Topics CoveredThe NCEA Level 3 Health course provides learning experiences that promote an understanding of health issues in New Zealand and around the world, including ethical issues, exploring Traditional Medicine vs Western Medicine, New Zealand health issues (Drugs) and International Health Issues (Disease and Poverty).
Level 3 Health
In Level 3 Health Education, students explore influences on their well-being, attitudes and values, and work towards promoting the health of their community. Students can participate in a range of tasks, including considering ways to keep themselves safe in different situations and learning effective methods to communicate to help develop healthy relationships. Issues related to ethics and health philosophies are explored, which develops critical thinking skills.
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Career Pathways
Mining Engineer, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Registered Nurse, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Paramedic, Pathologist, Animal Care Attendant, Statistician, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Medical Physicist, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Baker, Beauty Therapist, Biomedical Engineer
Subject Costs$20 for guest speakers (acupuncture, naturopath etc)