HEALTH & SOCIAL EDUCATION (HSE) – GRADE 12
AIMS:
To give the students knowledge and personal skills which will enable them to interact successfully with others, equip them to cope with significant life changes, and encourage them to adopt healthy and responsible lifestyles.
CONTENT:
Term 1: CAREER and COLLEGE EXPLORATION
• Review/Retake Psychometric Assessment
• Identify Course/Career Options
• Selection of University/College Options
Term 2: LIFE CHALLENGES –
• Completing University and College Applications:
1. Reference Letters
2. Essays/Personal Statements
3. Test Taking preparation (SAT/TOEFL)
4. Resume Updating
Term 3 and 4: LIFE CHANGES
• Transition From IST:
1. IST/Home Departure Issues
2. University Adjustment Issues
3. Final University Decision
4. Visa Application Process
ASSESSMENT:
Health And Social education is an activity-based course in which students are expected to participate in class discussions and group activities such as oral presentations, role plays, pair work and group work. Assessment will be based on effort shown.
There will be no formal assessment for the HSE programme. The success of the program will be judged according to the values and dispositions demonstrated by the students and their success in dealing with the changes they encounter as they move into adult life.
