NCEA Level 2 Physical Education
12PED Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs K. Sharapoff
The course provides opportunities for personal, social, cultural and equity development by including students in activities which require individual endeavour and interaction with others. We offer 19 credits including literacy credits.
It covers a wide range of practical activities including Running, Swimming, Skiing, Snowboarding, Raft Building, Team Sports. It includes a three day Ski Trip to a New Zealand ski field with lessons and accommodation provided.
We cover a variety of areas including:
- Biomechanics
- Anatomy
- Exercise Physiology
- Methods and principles of training
- Biophysical Principles
- Risk Management
- Social Responsibility and Values
Learning Areas:
Pathway
NCEA Level 3 Health Education, NCEA Level 3 Physical Education, NCEA Level 3 Sports Leadership and Performance, NCEA Multi-Level Outdoor Pursuits
Career PathwaysRecreation Co-ordinator, Acupuncturist, Wall and Floor Tiler, Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Psychiatrist, Early Childhood Teacher, Professional Sportsperson, Groundsperson, Horse Trainer, Primary School Teacher, Physiotherapist, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryDuathlon Pool hire approximately $30.00. The pool hire costs are optional but are an integral part of teaching and learning. The practical skills component of the course will require payment of approximately $350 for a three day Ski camp.
Assessment Information All Units are Internally assessed across the year.