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Health & Career Learning Outcomes

At HCOS, the aim of Health and Career Education is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be informed decision makers and to make healthy and safe choices in obedience to God's Word.

Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9

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Health and Career K

Christian Stewardship K – Students are expected to:

begin to understand that everything they own and enjoy has been given to them by God begin to give cheerfully of their money, time, talents, and possessions

Goals and Decisions K - Students are expected to:

identify opportunities to make choices

Career Development K - Students are expected to:

identify their skills and interests (e.g. things they are good at, things they like to do)
name a variety of jobs and responsibilities they have at home
identify characteristics of a job well done

Healthy Living K - Students are expected to:

describe how to care for the human body, including healthy eating and regular physical activity
practice habits that prevent the spread of illness
identify changes in their physical development from birth until now

Healthy Relationships K - Students are expected to:

identify thoughtful, caring behaviours in families (e.g. nurture, guidance, love)
demonstrate appropriate ways to express feelings

Safety and Injury Prevention K - Students are expected to:

identify ways to avoid potentially dangerous situations in the home, on the road, and in the community
know the difference between safe and unsafe substances
demonstrate an ability to access emergency services

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Health and Career 1

CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP 1 – Students are expected to:

begin to understand that everything they own and enjoy has been given to them by God
begin to give cheerfully of their money, time, talents, and possessions

GOALS AND DECISIONS 1 - Students are expected to:

identify opportunities to make choices
identify reasons for setting goals (e.g. helps to identify steps, helps to focus on achievement, helps to identify personal accomplishments

CAREER DEVELOPMENT 1 - Students are expected to:

identify their skills and interests (e.g. things they are good at, things they like to do, things they’ve learned)
name a variety of jobs and responsibilities they have at home
identify characteristics of a job well done

HEALTHY LIVING 1 - Students are expected to:

describe how to care for the human body, including healthy eating and regular physical activity
practice habits that prevent the spread of illness
identify changes in their physical development from birth until now

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS 1 - Students are expected to:

describe some of the benefits of living in a family (e.g. love, helping, sharing, caring for people’s needs, security)
demonstrate an understanding of appropriate and inappropriate ways to express feelings (e.g., appropriate – using “I feel” statements; inappropriate – name-calling, hitting)

SAFETY AND INJURY PREVENTION 1 - Students are expected to:

describe guidelines for safety in the home, on the road, and in the community
recognize unsafe substances
demonstrate an ability to access emergency services, including calling 911 and giving relevant information

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Health and Career 2

Christian Stewardship 2 – Students are expected to:

begin to understand that everything they own and enjoy has been given to them by God
begin to give cheerfully of their money, time, talents, and possessions

Goals and Decisions 2 - Students are expected to:

identify the steps needed to achieve a goal (e.g., identify a goal, identify actions needed to reach the goal, identify what successful goal achievement would look like)
identify opportunities to make decisions (e.g., healthy eating choices, games or activities)

Career Development 2 - Students are expected to:

identify effective work habits (e.g. staying on task, being prepared, co-operating with others)
identify how effective work habits can assist them in achieving success now and in the future (e.g. “if I complete my work on time, then…”)

Healthy Living 2 - Students are expected to:

describe practices that contribute to physical and emotional health (e.g., regular physical activity, healthy eating, healthy relationships)
practice habits that prevent the spread of illness
indicate changes in their physical development from birth until now

Healthy Relationships 2 - Students are expected to:

describe appropriate strategies for communicating effectively with others (e.g., active listening, willingness to express feelings)
identify positive ways to initiate and maintain healthy friendships

Safety and Injury Prevention 2 - Students are expected to:

recognize hazardous and high risk situations in the home, on the road, and in the community
describe appropriate ways to avoid or respond to emergency situations in the home, on the road, and in the community
describe the potential harm associated with various unsafe substances (e.g., illness, burns, poisoning)

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Health and Career 3

Christian Stewardship 3 – Students are expected to:

begin to understand that everything they own and enjoy has been given to them by God
begin to give cheerfully of their money, time, talents, and possessions

Goals and Decisions 3 - Students are expected to:

apply a goal-setting model to a short-term goal
identify sources of support for children in a variety of situations (e.g., parents, neighbours, relatives, bus drivers, block parents)

Career Development 3 - Students are expected to:

identify effective work habits (e.g. staying on task, being prepared, co-operating with others)
demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of developing effective work habits (e.g., developing good habits now will carry through to high school and adulthood)

Healthy Living 3 - Students are expected to:

describe practices that contribute to physical and emotional health (e.g., regular physical activity, healthy eating, talking to a trusted friend or adult when feeling sad or confused)
describe practices that help to prevent the spread of illness (e.g., not touching infectious garbage, resting when sick, washing hands after sneezing or blowing nose)

indicate changes in their physical development from birth until now

Healthy Relationships 3 - Students are expected to:

describe skills for building and maintaining positive relationships
identify the characteristics of bullying behaviour

Safety and Injury Prevention 3 - Students are expected to:

recognize hazardous and high risk situations in the home, on the road, and in the community
describe appropriate ways to avoid or respond to emergency situations in the home, on the road, and in the community
describe the potential harm associated with various unsafe substances (e.g., illness, burns)

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Health and Career 4

Aim: At HCOS, the aim of Health and Career Education is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be informed decision makers and to make healthy and safe choices in obedience to God’s Word.

Christian Stewardship 4 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Christian stewardship
use their resources for God’s purposes at home, in the church, and in the community

Goals and Decisions 4 - Students are expected to:

understand God’s role in human decision-making
identify the steps in a decision-making model
apply the steps in a decision-making model to a specific decision

Career Development 4 - Students are expected to:

describe their personal attributes, including skills, interests, and accomplishments
assess their own work habits

Healthy Living 4 - Students are expected to:

identify the characteristics of health living, including physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health
explain the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases
begin to identify several of the physical changes that occur during adolescence - according to the needs and readiness of student

Healthy Relationships 4 - Students are expected to:

identify the characteristics of positive relationships
describe helpful ways to respond to bullying behaviour

Safety and Injury Prevention 4 - Students are expected to:

describe the potential risks for injury in a variety of settings, including on the road
describe the negative effects of substance misuse
explain how they would respond to emergency situations in the home, on the road, and in the community

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Health and Career 5

Christian Stewardship 5 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Christian stewardship
use their resources for God’s purposes at home, in the church, and in the community

Goals and Decisions 5 - Students are expected to:

understand God’s role in human decision-making
describe some of the factors that affect decision-making
identify their personal support networks

Career Development 5 - Students are expected to:

identify types of work and activities that interest them
describe how work habits learned in home schooling can be used in situations outside of the home

Healthy Living 5 - Students are expected to:

identify factors that influence attitudes and decisions regarding healthy lifestyles
describe ways to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle
describe practices that help to prevent communicable diseases
identify some of the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence – according to the needs and readiness of student

Healthy Relationships 5 - Students are expected to:

assess their own interpersonal skills as they apply to building and maintaining positive relationships with family and friends

Safety and Injury Prevention 5 - Students are expected to:

identify strategies to protect themselves from potentially unsafe situations, including practising safe Internet use
identify factors that contribute to the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs

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Health and Career 6

Christian Stewardship 6 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Christian stewardship
use their resources for God’s purposes at home, in the church, and in the community

Goals and Decisions 6 - Students are expected to:

understand God’s role in human decision-making
identify influences on goal setting and decision making, including family, peer, and media influences
use time management techniques to help them achieve their goals

Career Development 6 - Students are expected to:

relate personal attributes and abilities to various types of work and skills
describe any skills they are developing in their recreational activities that will assist them in other areas of their life

Healthy Living 6 - Students are expected to:

describe the benefits of attaining and maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle
describe practices that help to prevent communicable diseases (e.g. cleanliness)
describe the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence – according to the needs and readiness of student

Healthy Relationships 6 - Students are expected to:

assess the influence that peers have on individuals’ attitudes and behaviour
demonstrate an understanding of the harmful effects of stereotyping and discrimination, and bullying

Safety and Injury Prevention 6 - Students are expected to:

identify strategies to protect themselves from potentially unsafe situations, including practising safe Internet use and avoiding substance abuse
identify basic principles for responding to emergencies

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Health and Career 7

Christian Stewardship 7 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate commitment to the principles of Christian stewardship
begin to develop a lifestyle of giving of time, talents, money, and possessions in obedience to the will of God

Goals and Decisions 7 - Students are expected to:

understand God’s role in human decision-making
design a plan to achieve a specific goal
demonstrate an ability to apply a decision-making model to a specific situation

Career Development 7 - Students are expected to:

classify jobs according to career clusters (e.g., by type of industry, type of work, personal interests)
identify skills that are transferable to a range of school and recreational situations (e.g., time management, teamwork, problem solving, communication, adaptability)

Healthy Living 7 - Students are expected to:

analyse factors that influence personal health decisions
describe the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence – according to the needs and readiness of student
demonstrate an ability to access community information and support services for a variety of health issues

Healthy Relationships 7 - Students are expected to:

identify characteristics of healthy relationships and unhealthy relationships
describe a variety of influences on relationships

Safety and Injury Prevention 7 - Students are expected to:

identify strategies to avoid potentially unsafe situations on the road and in the community
demonstrate an understanding of safe Internet use
analyse media and social influences related to substance misuse

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Health and Career 8

Christian Stewardship 8 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate commitment to the principles of Christian stewardship
begin to develop a lifestyle of giving of time, talents, money, and possessions in obedience to the will of God

Education and Careers 8 - Students are expected to:

describe how personal attributes can be related to career options
identify skills that are transferable to new tasks and situations including:

personal management skills
academic skills
teamwork skills

Healthy Living 8 - Students are expected to:

set personal goals for attaining and maintaining a healthy lifestyle
analyse influences on lifestyle habits, including family, peers, and media
understand the Christian perspective on healthy relationships
describe God’s plan and purpose for dating and marriage (e.g. God-centered vs self-centered relationships)

Healthy Relationships 8 - Students are expected to:

assess the importance of healthy relationships
describe ways in which they can contribute to a safe and caring community

Safety and Injury Prevention 8 - Students are expected to:

assess potential risks in a variety of situations on the road, on the job, and in the community
describe appropriate procedures for responding to emergencies
propose strategies for the safe use of wireless and online communications
propose strategies that can assist youth in making healthy choices related to substance use

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Health and Career 9

Christian Stewardship 9 – Students are expected to:

demonstrate commitment to the principles of Christian stewardship
begin to develop a lifestyle of giving of time, talents, money, and possessions in obedience to the will of God

Education and Careers9 - Students are expected to:

describe ways of exploring career options
identify sources of information and support to assist them in their education and career planning
demonstrate understanding of the grade 10 requirements of the Graduation Program.

Healthy Living 9- Students are expected to:

explain how a healthy lifestyle will help them become all that God wants them to be
understand the Christian perspective on healthy sexual behaviour
explain why God’s plan and purpose for marriage and family is a healthy one

Healthy Relationships 9 - Students are expected to:

propose strategies for building and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships
describe ways in which they can contribute to a safe and caring community

Safety and Injury Prevention 9 - Students are expected to:

propose strategies to avoid unnecessary risks in a variety of situations on the road, on the job, and in the community
describe appropriate procedures for responding to emergencies
propose strategies for the safe use of wireless and online communications
assess the potential physical, emotional, and social consequences for themselves and others if they misuse substances