Year 12 - 13 Health & Physical Education
Year 12 - 13 Health & Physical Education
Full year course
Level 2 Physical Education is a powerful and engaging subject that blends physical performance with academic exploration, providing students with essential skills for both personal development and future pathways. It introduces students to key concepts in sport science, movement analysis, and training principles, while encouraging critical thinking and reflective practice. A highlight of the course is the opportunity to train for and compete in the Tough Guy/Girl Challenge, a nationally recognised mud run that supports two key achievement standards. Throughout the course, students also examine how the body functions during exercise and explore how social and cultural factors influence participation in physical activity. Level 2 Physical Education fosters communication, leadership, and self-management qualities that are invaluable in sport, education, health sciences, and life in general.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 2 Physical Education. However, students who have completed Level 1 Physical Education and/or Academy of Sport often bring valuable foundational skills that support success in this subject. That said, students with a proactive mindset, a willingness to be challenged, and a genuine interest in learning will see students succeed in Level 2 Physical Education.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 2.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: Yes
Internal credits: 20
External credits: 0
Total credits: 20
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Level 3 Physical Education (University approved)
Level 3 Performance Physical Education
Level 3 Sport Coaching and Leadership
Find more details in our Course outline 2025
Full year course
Level 3 Physical Education is the ultimate humanities-based subject, offering a dynamic and future-focused pathway that bridges academic knowledge with real-life application. It develops critical thinking skills essential for university and employment, including data collation, interpretation of research literature, report writing, and evaluative thinking. Through the study of sport science principles, and sociological influences on participation, students explore complex human behaviours and societal issues. Level 3 Physical Education fosters leadership, resilience, communication, and ethical understanding qualities that are highly sought after across all industries. More than just physical activity, level 3 Physical Education is a rigorous, evidence-based discipline that prepares students to thrive in any pathway they choose.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 3 Physical Education. However, students who have completed Level 2 Physical Education and/or Academy of Sport often bring valuable foundational skills that support success in this subject. That said, students with a proactive mindset, a willingness to be challenged, and a genuine interest in learning will see students succeed in Level 3 Physical Education.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 3.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: Yes
Internal credits: 19
External credits: 0
Total credits: 19
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, Teaching/Education, Sport Management and Marketing & Rehabilitation Sciences
Find more details in our Course outline 2025.
Full year course
Level 2 Health Education is the ideal subject for students who are curious about people, passionate about wellbeing, and eager to understand the issues that shape our lives and communities. This course challenges students to explore real world topics such as mental health, body image, sexuality education, drug use, and the promotion of positive health practices through a Hauora lens. By engaging in thoughtful research, structured report writing, and class discussions, students develop key skills in critical thinking, communication, empathy, and ethical reasoning. Level 2 Health Education encourages students to look beyond the classroom to reflect on their own wellbeing, understand diverse perspectives, and learn how to make a positive impact in the world around them. If you want a subject that’s both relevant and rewarding, Health is the perfect choice.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 2 Health Education. However, students who have completed Level 1 Health Education or Level 1 Physical Education bring valuable foundational skills that support success in this subject. That said, students with a proactive mindset, a willingness to be challenged, and a genuine interest in learning will see students succeed in Level 2 Health Education.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 2.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: Yes
Internal credits: 15
External credits: 5
Total credits: 20
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Level 3 Health Education (University approved)
Find more details in our Course outline 2025
Full year course
Level 3 Health is the ultimate subject for students seeking meaningful pathways to university and life beyond school. It empowers students to think critically about real world issues such as Hauora and wellbeing, mental health, health promotion, inequality, and global health challenges topics that shape our everyday lives and future societies. Through in-depth research, report writing, and evidence-based discussions, students develop high level skills in analysis, communication, empathy, and ethical decision-making. These skills are highly valued in a wide range of university courses and careers, including health sciences, medicine, psychology, education, social work, and public policy. If you’re passionate about making a difference, understanding people, and driving positive change, Health Education offers a powerful foundation for your future.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 3 Health. However, students who have completed Level 2 Health Education often bring valuable foundational skills that support success in this subject. That said, students with a proactive mindset, a willingness to be challenged, and a genuine interest in learning will see students succeed in Level 3 Health.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 3.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: Yes
Internal credits: 14
External credits: 5
Total credits: 19
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Health Sciences, Medicine, Psychology, Education, Social Work, Nutrition, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Human Development, Political Science, Law and Public Policy.
Find more details in our Course outline 2025.
Full year course
Level 2 Performance Physical Education is the ideal subject for students who are passionate about sport, fitness, and developing their full potential both on and off the field. This course focuses on improving sport performance through practical training, an introduction to gym-based techniques, and a deeper understanding of how the body moves and functions during exercise. Students will learn the fundamentals of exercise physiology and training principles, while also beginning their journey into sport coaching, developing leadership, communication, and instructional skills. Through hands-on learning students will be exposed to improving athletic ability, begin a pathway in sport and coaching, or simply enjoy challenging yourself physically and mentally, this course offers the perfect blend of performance, leadership, and personal growth. If you want to train with purpose, learn how to coach others, and unlock your potential, Level 2 Performance Physical Education is for you.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 3 Performance Physical Education. However, students who have completed Physical Education courses in the past and or have a genuine interest for sports performance, personal training and leadership will support success in this subject.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 2.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: No
Internal credits: 22
External credits: 0
Total credits: 22
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Level 3 Performance Physical Education
Level 3 Physical Education (University approved)
Sport Coaching and Leadership is a potential option for students who could meet the requirements of university level study
Find more details in our Course outline 2025
Full year course
Level 3 Performance Physical Education is more than just playing sport—it’s about unlocking your potential and building a future full of opportunity. This course challenges you to think like an athlete, train like a scientist, and perform like a leader. You'll dive deep into exercise physiology, personal training and leadership, while developing key life skills such as resilience, discipline, time management, and goal setting. Whether you're aiming for high-level sport, a career in health or fitness, or simply want to push your own performance to the next level, this subject offers the perfect blend of practical learning and personal growth. If you're passionate about sport performance, human movement, leadership and or self-improvement, this is the subject that will take you further.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 3 Performance Physical Education. However, students who have completed Physical Education courses in the past and or have a genuine interest for sports performance, personal training and leadership will support success in this subject.
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 3.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: No
Internal credits: 23
External credits: 0
Total credits: 23
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Sport Coaching, Exercise Science, Personal Training, Sport Management, Exercise Physiology, Education, Physiotherapy, Police & Armed Forces, Sport & Recreation and Occupational Therapy
Find more details in our Course outline 2025.
Full year course
Level 3 Sport Coaching and Leadership is the ideal subject for students who want to turn their passion for coaching and leadership into real-world skills, qualifications, and future pathways. This dynamic course blends NCEA achievement standards with tertiary-level learning, including Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) papers and the option to complete a university paper in the second semester giving you a head start on your future. You’ll develop practical coaching techniques, learn about leadership and the theory behind it, motivation, and gain hands-on experience that sets you apart. Whether you're aiming for a career in sport coaching, teaching, or leadership, this course offers the perfect mix of theory, application, and recognised qualifications to help you succeed beyond school.
Recommended Prior Learning:
There are no formal prerequisites for studying Level 3 Sport Coaching and Leadership. However, students who are current leaders or have a desire to lead other and or love sport or coaching others, will support success in this subject.
Students interested in enrolling in a second semester university paper are expected to have achieved a Merit or Excellence endorsement at NCEA Level 2
A combination of Health and Physical Education subjects can be studied in Level 3.
Contact Teacher: Hayden Viles
Outcomes
Endorsement available: No
Internal credits: 8
External credits: Up to 17 credits (through Southern Institute of Technology and an option of a second semester University paper)
Total credits: Up to 25
UE Reading credits: 0
UE Writing credits: 0
Possible next steps:
Youth and Community Leadership, Sport Coaching, Communication, Business, Public relations, Education, Sport and Human Performance, Sport Management, Sport Politics, Policy and Agenda.
Find more details in our Course outline 2025.