Health Studies General

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Health Studies General

Course Code - GTHED
General Pathway

Estimated Cost: $91.00

Course Outline

Courses in Health Studies are designed for those students interested in pursuing a pathway to Health, Social and Community Services fields of employment. Health Studies facilitates the development of knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to promote an understanding of the importance of personal and community action in promoting health. The influence of social, environmental, economic, and biological determinants of health is a key focus of the course. Other course content includes the influence of beliefs, attitudes and values on health behavior, and the importance of self-management and interpersonal skills in making healthy decisions.

The Health issues of concern which this unit examines are:

  • Determinants of Health
  • Community Health
  • Health Promotion
  • Preventative Health Care
  • Ethical Health Issues
  • Self Management and Interpersonal Skills

To complement the theoretical side of this course, students will participate in a number of engaging and interactive sessions throughout the year, including regular guest speakers.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

None.

Further Study

Health, Social and Community Services and related TAFE courses.