Health Science Course Overview:

In this Health Science class, the Bible will be presented as the foundation of a healthy lifestyle.

We will explore all these facets through the study of the following topics: the human body, nutrition, fitness and exercise, disease, managing of stress/anxiety, making good/safe choices, assuming responsibility, maturity, and interpersonal relationships.

Students will display mastery of topics through assignments, quizzes, projects and tests. Emphasis will be placed on application of health and wellness topics to improve one’s personal health and that of those close to you.

You may also be interested in our Pre-Biology class.

Prerequisite(s):

No prerequisites.

Demo Course Video

Curriculum:

Total Health, Choices for a Winning Lifestyle by Susan Boe.

Either edition is fine:

• ISBN-10: 1583312250
• ISBN-13: 978-1583312254 2nd Edition ISBN-10: 1583312269
• ISBN-13: 978-1583312261

Syllabus Outline:

• Week 1 Welcome, intro class, choices
• Week 2 The Human Body’s 11 systems
• Week 3 Nutrition
• Week 4 Fitness and Exercise
• Week 5 Infectious Disease
• Week 6 Non-infectious Disease
• Week 7 Stress and Anxiety
• Week 8 L.I.F.E. Management
• Week 9 Made in His Image
• Week 10 Head to Toes: Body Care
• Week 11 Safety & First Aid
• Week 12 Substance Abuse
• Week 13 Friendships and Relationships
• Week 14 Christian Responsibility
• Week 15 Building your Spiritual Muscles

Meet the Teacher

Angie Baer

Young Scientist Anatomy & Physiology, Botany, Zoology, Home Economics, Pre-Biology, Health Science

Angie Baer has an excitement for science that connects students to the joy of learning. Her hands-on approach to teaching, whether in the barn, the kitchen or the classroom, provides a unique experience for online learners. In addition to teaching her own children and in local co-ops, she has […]