HEALTH AND WELLBEING
STAGE 1
Health literacy
Develop an understanding of health literacy by:
- recognising and using appropriate health and wellbeing language
- developing and reflecting on their own values, beliefs, and attitudes, and on those of others
- expressing how they feel about the issue being considered
- analysing research findings
- exploring health and wellbeing theories, concepts, or methodologies.
Health promotion
Develop an understanding of health promotion by:
- exploring the partnerships required for effective health and wellbeing promotion
- examining sustainable health and wellbeing promotion strategies that empower individuals and/or communities
- reflecting on the impact of our physical environment on health and wellbeing
Social equity
Develop an understanding of social equity by:
- examining the health status of Australians and the factors that influence health trends
- reflecting on policies and procedures for inclusivity and equity in schools and/or community groups.
STAGE 2
Health literacy
Develop an understanding of health literacy by:
- identifying, understanding, and applying current and contemporary health language from a diverse range of sources and contexts
- developing and reflecting on their own values, beliefs, and attitudes, and those of others
- personalising by expressing how they feel about the issue being considered, why they might feel that way, and what this means for them and others
- exploring health and wellbeing theories, concepts, or methodologies.
Health determinants
Develop an understanding of health determinants by:
- exploring the role of genetics versus environmental choices in health outcomes..
Health promotion
Develop an understanding of health promotion by:
- evaluating sustainable health promotion strategies that empower communities to control their own health and wellbeing.
Social equity
Develop an understanding of social equity by:
- analysing the health status of Australians and the factors that influence health trends
- analysing and evaluating government action to address inequity through policies such as Closing the Gap, National Housing and Homelessness Agreement, or federal anti-discrimination laws.