Year 10 Technology - Food
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Hardy.
The emphasis of this course is on food, nutrition and health, meal planning, food safety, food and culture and burger development.
Students will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare a wide variety of nutritious and appealing dishes. Students with hair longer than shoulder length are required to tie it up during practical lessons. School approved, black leather lace up shoes must be worn at all times.
The course also provides a basis for Food and Nutrition (11TFNF) and Hospitality (11THOF) leading on to NCEA Levels 2 and 3 Food and Nutrition and Hospitality. Level 3 FAN leads to UE and Scholarship.
Future career pathways - Dietitian, nutritionist in various areas such as sports nutrition and private practice, early childhood education, public health, health promotion, catering and hospitality, food marketing, tourism, teaching, food companies, midwife, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, personal trainer and registered nurse.
Who would be interested in this course?
Any student with an interest in food technology.