Kaiapoi High School Kaiapoi High School

Level 2 Physical Education and Sports Science

L2PHED
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. McAllister.

Recommended Prior Learning

To be accepted for this course students must have earned a minimum of 10 credits from the L1 Physical Education & Sports Science course.


This theoretical and practical course provides background knowledge for all aspects of health and physical wellbeing. During this course, students develop an understanding of the different biophysical aspects and apply this to a motor skill.  Students will examine a significant sporting event and explore its impact on self, others, and society. Students will have an opportunity to improve their physical performance skills while also planning an event for the benefit of the wider school.



Course Overview

What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
Within the four hours per week there are at least two hours of classroom theory covering the following topics:

• Relate Biophysical principles to the learning of physical skills (Human Anatomy, Biomechanics, Motor skill learning, Sports psychology)

• Examine societal influences of a sporting event/festival

• Demonstrate social responsibility in physical activity

• Plan a sporting event/opportunity

• Learning and performing the practical skills of a chosen sport

Faculties:

Health and Physical Education


Pathway

Level 3 Physical Education and Sports Science

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Anaesthetist, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Farmer/Farm Manager, Building and Construction Labourer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Urban/Regional Planner, Science Technician, Podiatrist, Acupuncturist, Chiropractor, Trainer, Community Karitāne, Pharmacy Technician, Event Manager, Medical Imaging Technologist, Dietitian, General Practitioner, Early Childhood Teacher, Health and Safety Adviser, Health Promoter, Naturopath, Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist


Disclaimer

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  

Costs

The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2024, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.