Description
Units: Public Safety, Advanced First Aid, and Emergency Response, Mental Health and Coping Strategies, How to Accomplish Positive Things: Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making, Child Care and Parenting, Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits, How to Cook, The Law: Criminal and Civic Laws, Agency Rules, etc. (Part I), The Law: Courts, Criminal Justice System, General Punishments, careers, etc. (Part II), How to be Happy.
As students prepare for independent adult life, this junior-level course builds advanced knowledge in personal well-being, family responsibility, and civic awareness. The course begins with public health and safety, including emergency preparedness, disaster response, first aid certification, and psychological first aid. Students then explore mental health topics in depth—from emotional resilience to cognitive strategies and long-term wellness. Next, students strengthen decision-making and problem-solving skills for personal and community life. A full unit on parenting and child care covers emotional development, discipline, and educational readiness, followed by hands-on learning in nutrition, meal planning, grocery budgeting, and cooking. Final units focus on legal and civic literacy, covering criminal and civil law, courts, consumer rights, and legal careers. The course concludes with a practical and reflective study of happiness, ethics, and life satisfaction. Designed for real-world application, this course prepares teens to lead safe, healthy, and meaningful adult lives.
With Instructor Support, this version of each course includes instructor feedback, grading, and communication. Students receive personalized responses on assignments, thoughtful evaluation of written work and projects, and ongoing academic support. A graded transcript and certificate of completion are awarded upon successful participation. The pricing of instructor-supported, year-long courses is $691.
