Kelston Girls’ College Kelston Girls’ College

Faito'o Tukufakaholo (Traditional Medicine) - Tongan

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Courses Description

Head of Pathway: Matua G. Rudolph.

Unlock the Secrets of Tongan Wellbeing: Your Journey to Cultural Communication and Traditional Medicine.

Are you curious about the unique ways Tongan people have maintained health and wellness for generations? This unique subject will take you on a journey through the fascinating world of Tongan medicine. Master communication in both Lea Faka-Tonga and English as you explore the rich cultural knowledge behind traditional practices.

Imagine confidently discussing health with your Tongan whānau, bridging the gap between modern medicine and ancestral wisdom.

Learn about:

  • Plants used for healing and their significance in Tongan culture.
  • Traditional practices that have kept communities thriving for generations.
  • The philosophies that underpin Tongan approaches to health.

Become a valuable resource in your community, strengthen your cultural identity, and gain fluency in Lea Faka-Tonga. Don't miss this chance to connect with your heritage and empower yourself!

Learning Areas:

YEAR 11 TRIMESTER 1 LINE 4


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Disclaimer

        
The standards offered are correct at the time of writing. These are subject to change depending on student selections.
We endeavour to run all courses but are subject to minimise class sizes. Maximum class sizes apply. Once a course is full alternative selections are needed.
Course context or content may change by the start of the year.
Once a student makes their selections and confirms these, any changes must be accompanied by a letter of support from Whanau and are subject to available spaces in courses. 
All Junior Bilingual students must select the literacy and numeracy modules in the language of their pathway each trimester and one other integrated language module  (3 out of 4 of their modules must be bilingual).
All senior Bilingual students must take all modules available in the language of their pathway.