NCEA Level 3 Physical Education
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs S. Hainsworth.
Students will critically evaluate influences on their decision-making with respect to the physical activity experiences they have participated in over time. They will evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement program, devise strategies for achieving a physical activity outcome and demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting. They will also examine contemporary leadership principles.
In physical education the focus is on movement and the aim is to encourage students to engage in movement experiences that promote and support the development of physical and social skills. It fosters critical thinking and action and enables students to understand the role and significance of physical activity for individuals and society.
Students who take this course may part-take in coaching at a local primary school, participate in the secondary school Tough Guy & Gal challenge, access local faculties such as counties fitness classes, community boxing and hot yoga classes.
Recommended Prior Learning
It is recommended that students have done Level 2 Physical Education
Assessment Information
The course is all internal assessments.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
External
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Massage Therapist, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Secondary School Teacher,