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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): Foundational Culinary Arts with a grade of a C
or better
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.
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