Riccarton High School Riccarton High School

Level 2 Physical Education

2PED
Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Rowlands.

Recommended Prior Learning

14 Credits from 1PED/1PEX. L1 literacy or you can apply through the exemption process 



In this course you will study the biophysical sciences and develop your understanding of exercise physiology through training. You will investigate motor learning and apply this knowledge to their own skill learning and development. The performance tasks will require you to be socially responsible, focusing on leading and following. You will study the socialization process and critically analyze how sport contributes to this.


Learning Areas:

Hauora Me Mahi Tīnana - Health and Physical Education


Pathway

Level 3 Health, Level 3 Physical Education, Level 3 Sport Leadership

Career Pathways

Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Registered Nurse, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Paramedic, Pathologist, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Biosecurity Officer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, Surgeon, Counsellor, Midwife, Dental Assistant, Minister of Religion, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Dental Technician, Psychologist, Trainer, Community Karitāne, Community Development Worker, Oral Health Therapist, Dentist, Diagnostic Radiologist, Dietitian, Workplace Relations Adviser, Sports Coach/Official, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Early Childhood Teacher, Human Resources Adviser, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Environmental/Public Health Officer, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Health and Safety Inspector, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Health Promoter, Health Services Manager, Health Care Assistant, Naturopath, Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Security Officer/Guard, Massage Therapist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Radiation Therapist, Nanny/Child Carer, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Osteopath, Physiotherapist, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Recreation Co-ordinator, Radiation Oncologist, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Teacher Aide, Television Presenter, Psychotherapist, Career Consultant, Support Worker