COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
UCONN INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY STUDIES Grades 11 , 12 1 credit ( 5800 ) AP
Prerequisite ( s ): Teacher recommendation , B or better in a Level 2 English course . This course is designed as an introduction to the field of Human Development and Family Studies . Focus will be on the developing individual within the context of the family systems over time . Students are introduced to the importance of critical reading , thinking , and writing on the college level . The course includes an internship component . This course has been developed in partnership with UCONN and students are required to have strong reading and analytical skills as the textbook used is a college level text approved by UCONN College credit may be available for qualified students through UCONN Early College Experience . See page 17 for details on fees and college credit .
FOOD AND NUTRITION Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 . 5 Credit ( 5807 ) CCP
Prerequisite ( s ): None This course provides students with an overview of good nutrition principles that are necessary for physical and mental wellness and a long , healthy life . Students learn techniques as they apply to food preparation , food production , and human nutrition . Students will explore the science behind food preparation principles , the food production industry , as well as the structure and function of all essential nutrients . Instructional materials include discussions of digestion , basic nutrients , weight management , sports and fitness , and life-span nutrition as well as practical food labs . These components enable students to make informed decisions on nutritional food choices , apply healthy food preparation techniques and adhere to nutrient guidelines to maintain overall health and wellness . Career focus would be food science , food technician , dietician or health care professional .
CAREER PLANNING Grades 10 , 11 , 12 . 5 Credit ( 5808 ) CCP
Prerequisite ( s ): None Students learn the skills for succeeding in the world of work . Topics include an individual career plan , interviewing techniques , workplace ethics , a positive attitude , workplace health , and safety and legal issues . This course integrates activity-based learning with workplace connections . Students explore the Connecticut career clusters and participate in individual and class projects and class discussions .
INDEPENDENT LIVING Grades 10,11 , 12 . 5 credit
Prerequisite ( s ): None This course teaches students how to manage personal resources by making informed choices . It presents real-life situations that students may encounter in the near future . Topics include career
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