PE2000 - Physical Education - NCEA Level 2 (course endorsement available)

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What is Physical Education?

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.

What this course involves

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.

Delivery Modes

Recommended prior learning

No prior learning needed.

National qualifications available in this course

Standard Description Version Credits Assessment L1 Lit/Num UE Lit/Num Vocational Pathways
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
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
91330 Perform a physical activity in an applied setting 3 4 Internal
SeService Industries recommended standard
CrCreative Industries recommended standard
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