Physical Education

Course Description:

This course is for ākonga who are interested in Physical Education and enjoy being active. Ākonga will participate in a variety of physical activities, including individual and team sports, fitness and group challenges.  They will have a chance to gain an understanding of the function of the body as it relates to physical activity; break down different socio-cultural factors and how they affect participation; demonstrate interpersonal skills; develop skill acquisition and investigate what affects participation.

This course offers the same standards as PEO100 so students will not be able to choose both subject options.

Recommended Prior Learning: Proven participation in Year 10 Physical Education

Contact Teacher: Todd Woods

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  Yes

• Internal credits:   10

• External credits:  10

• Total credits:  20

• L 1 Literacy credits: 0

• Numeracy credits:  0

Possible next steps: Physical Education and/or Physical Education Outdoors 200

HPE - Physical Education   (PED100) 

Course Description:

Ākonga will build on what is covered in PED100 and will learn about methods and principles of training, leadership, sports coaching/ running an event and skill development. The course involves implementing key biophysical and socio-cultural knowledge across a range of sporting situations.

The following units are included in the course: biophysical principles relating to skill development; examining the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event; demonstrating quality performance in Ki o Rahi and Flag; and demonstrating social responsibility in physical activity.

Recommended Prior Learning: PED/ PEO100 (but open to committed students with a passion for Physical Education)

Contact Teacher: Amanda Wilson / Todd Woods

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  Yes

• Internal credits: 15-20

• External credits:  0

• Total credits:  15-20

Possible next steps:  PE Outdoors, Sport and Training or Physical Education 300

HPE - Physical Education 

Course Description:

Ākonga will explore biophysical and socio-cultural concepts within the context of ‘in, through and about movement’.  Units will focus on Sports in Society, Motor Skill Learning (Skill Acquisition) and Performance Improvement Programmes. The course gives ākonga a choice to complete Level 3 Achievement or Unit standards and will expand on the key concepts covered in PED200. Having the option of different standards will allow ākonga to choose the best program that suits their goals for the course. 

Recommended Prior Learning: PED200/ PES200/ PEO200 (but open to committed students with a passion for Physical Education)

Contact Teacher: Amanda Wilson / Todd Woods

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  Yes

• UE Approved; Yes

• Internal credits: 16 - 20

• External credits:  0

• Total credits:  16 - 20

• UE Reading credits:  7

• UE Writing credits: 0

Possible next steps:  A range of training and career opportunities in physical education, sport or the fitness sector.

HPE - Physical Education 

Course Description:

Ākonga will develop an in-depth understanding of exercise and fitness training and the development of the physical body. Also covered in the course is sports leadership and coaching skills as well as key interpersonal skills. Ākonga will regularly partake in practical exercises and sporting challenges. They will have the opportunity to challenge themselves both physically and mentally during a range of topics and activities as part of the course.

Recommended Prior Learning: PED100/ PEO100 (but open to committed students with a passion for Physical Education)

Contact Teacher: Amanda Wilson / Todd Woods

Outcomes

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits:  16-20

• External credits: 0

• Total credits:  16-20

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits:  0

Possible next steps: PE Outdoors, Sport and Training or Physical Education 300

HPE - Physical Education 

Course Description:

This course has a strong focus on sports coaching, fitness training and exercise techniques.  Ākonga will develop their leadership, interpersonal and self-management during the course.  It will allow ākonga a chance to develop their sporting, fitness and coaching skills. They will be assessed against both  Level 3 Achievement and Unit Standards.

Recommended Prior Learning: PED200/ PES200/ PEO200 (but open to committed students with a passion for physical activity and fitness training)

Contact Teacher: Todd Woods/ Amanda Wilson

Outcomes

• Endorsement available: No

• UE Approved:  No

• Internal credits:  16-20

• External credits:  0

• Total credits: 16-20

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits:  0

Possible next steps: A range of training and career opportunities in physical education, sport or the fitness sector.

This course has combined with POL300 in 2024

Course Description:

This course aims to provide ākonga with an introduction to the knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes associated with the Police and policing as a career, and potentially other defence force agencies, in Aotearoa New Zealand. The course provides an opportunity for ākonga to explore the physical and leadership requirements of a police officer. Completing this course will aid ākonga in a possible future police career pathway.

Recommended Prior Learning:  No prior learning is recommended

Contact Teacher: Amanda Wilson

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  No

• UE Approved: No

• Internal credits:  16-20

• External credits: 0

• Total credits: 16-20

• UE Reading credits:  0

• UE Writing credits:  0

Possible next steps: Application for Police College or Defence Force options

HPE - Police Studies