Year 12 Health Studies

The Year 12 Health course begins with an exploration of the determinants of health: political, environmental, social, cultural and economic. Areas of study include health issues that have effects at a personal, interpersonal and societal level. Students examine adolescent health issues, resilience in relation to managing significant life changes, discrimination, harassment and abuse and issues related to sexuality and gender identity. Students also have the opportunity to promote health within the school and or community as they take action to address an issue related to wellbeing. Students enjoy the practical component of this course as well as the relevance to real world learning.