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Physical Education and Health

Physical Education and Health

Physical Education : 9671 : 40 Weeks :1/2 Credit
The Baldwinsville Central School District Commencement Standard in Physical Education for students is to develop an advanced level of wellness skills to create and pursue a lifetime fitness plan. PE classes are designed to make learning fun. They are geared toward positive self-esteem and co-operative learning experiences. Some of the activities include step aerobics, kickboxing, Pilates, yoga, weight training, tennis, archery, scuba, physical fitness, various team and individual sports and lifelong fitness activities. Sophomores have a series of required units of study including successful completion of the Baldwinsville swim/water safety unit.

Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aid Certification through American Red Cross : 9650 : 20 Weeks: 1/4 Credit
(Enrollment Preference will be given to Juniors and Seniors)
This elective course is an American Red Cross certification class consisting of a skills training piece of 20.5 hours and a blended learning section of 6 hours.  At the end of this course, students wishing to receive certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, and First Aid must pay a $42 fee directly to the American Red Cross. Upon certification, students will be able to seek employment as a lifeguard both locally and nationally. As an added benefit, individuals who choose to seek employment within the county or state will be eligible to partake in the New York State Retirement System. In order to be certified as a lifeguard students will be expected to pass a swim test consisting of a 300 yard swim, 2 minutes treading water with no hands, & deep water dive carrying a heavy object 20 yards. Students must already know how to swim prior to signing up for this course.
 
Health : 9871 : 20 Weeks : 1/2 Credit
This course is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary to achieve a health enhancing lifestyle. The course consists of planned learning experiences that will allow the students to authentically apply the learned skills which are aligned with the New York State Health Education Learning Standards. The goal of Health Education is to give the students the necessary confidence and skills to practice health enhancing behaviors. This course is a graduation requirement.
 
Athletic Training I : 9679 : 40 Weeks : 1 Credit
This course offers an introductory look at the broad field of Sports Medicine in today’s society. It is an essential course for students interested in the field of Athletic Training and would be beneficial for anyone considering a career in physical therapy, nursing, or medicine. It covers basic human anatomy, human physiology, athletic injuries, prevention of athletic injuries, evaluation techniques, as well as the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. After school observation hours are required to provide students with authentic experiences in which they can demonstrate the knowledge gained in the classroom as well as expand their knowledge in the health care field.
 
Athletic Training II : 9677 : 40 Weeks : 1 Credit  
Prerequisite: Successfully completed Athletic Training I
This course offers an introductory look at the broad field of Sports Medicine in today’s society. It is an essential course for students interested in the field of Athletic Training and would be beneficial for anyone considering a career in physical therapy, nursing, or medicine. It covers basic human anatomy, human physiology, athletic injuries, prevention of athletic injuries, evaluation techniques, as well as the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. After school observation hours are required to provide students with authentic experiences in which they can demonstrate the knowledge gained in the classroom as well as expand their knowledge in the health care field.

Firefighter/EMS Training : 9111 : 20 Weeks : 1/2 Credit
(Enrollment Preference will be given to Juniors and Seniors)
This course will expose students to basic firefighting skills and basic emergency medical training, and prepare a student to join a volunteer fire department as an exterior firefighter. Students will be provided with basic training in Scene Support, CPR/AED and First Aid. During the Scene Support Operations Unit, students will be provided with the training that provides them with skills to support fire activities that arise before, during and after fire attacks. Additionally, students will learn CPR / AED which will certify them to provide effective basic life support in the event of an emergency. This course will also address Basic First Aid and the signs and symptoms of sudden injury and/or illness.