Lifetime Wellness/Health

Science
This course is the comprehensive study of concepts and principles related to the field of wellness. This course helps students understand the importance of living a healthy life, personal care and healthy behaviors, the various factors affecting health, family relationships, and violence prevention. Students also learn about the genetic disorders, the communicable and non-communicable diseases, and sexually transmitted diseases. Addition-ally, students understand the health care settings, therapeutic communication skills, and skills for healthy relationships. Emphasis is given to injury prevention, nutrition and diet, first aid and emergencies, and coping with stress

Level: High School

Course: Elective