Health

Skills for Health is a comprehensive skills-based health education course designed for general education students in grades 9 through 12. Skills for Health helps students develop knowledge, attitudes, and essential skills in (1) mental and emotional health; (2) nutrition; (3) lifelong physical activity; (4) substance use and abuse; (5) injury prevention and safety; (6) growth and development; and (7) personal health, environmental conservation, and community health resources.

Through real-life simulations that engage and motivate, students apply skills such as accessing valid health information, self-management, analyzing internal and external influences, interpersonal communication, decision-making, goal setting, and advocacy. There are multiple opportunities for practice and assessment integrated throughout. Students who complete Skills for Health build the skills they need to protect, enhance, and promote their own health and the health of others.

The content is based on the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) standards and aligned to state standards:

• Prerequisites: None

• Recommended Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

• Length: One semester