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In Physical Education ākonga consider factors affecting physical performances and work towards promoting physical activity in their communities. Ākonga can engage in a variety of physical activities as well as explore the body systems, training programmes and how to improve performances for themselves and others. Physical Education can be studied at tertiary level as a science or humanities subject. It leads to a wide variety of careers in tourism, sports science, community and health sectors.
This course follows on from Physical Education - NCEA Level 1 (PHE1000) and is useful and often essential for ākonga intending to continue with Level 3 Physical Education courses.
The Physical Education topics include biophysical principles, practical performances, influences of a training programme, and examining the impact of a sport on society.
The Physical Education topics offer 17 credits towards NCEA Level 2. There are 4 internal standards and no external standards.
To gain course endorsement ākonga need to complete 14 credits in Physical Education.
No prior learning needed.
| Standard | Description | Version | Credits | Assessment | L1 Lit/Num | UE Lit/Num | Vocational Pathways |
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| 91328 | Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills | 2 | 5 | Internal | SSeService Industries sector-related standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 91329 | Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity | 2 | 4 | Internal | SSeService Industries sector-related standard SCrCreative Industries sector-related standard |
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| 91330 | Perform a physical activity in an applied setting | 3 | 4 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 91331 | Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival | 2 | 4 | Internal | SeService Industries recommended standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |