Level 2 Physical Education

Level 2 Physical Education

In Year 12, ākonga/students participate in a variety of achievement standards that contribute towards the required 60 NCEA credits ākonga needed to pass Level 2.

Level 2 PE will provide ākonga/ students with the opportunity to demonstrate socially responsible behaviours in wider contexts than at school. Ākonga/ students will also get to build on their understanding of safety in the outdoors through participation in further challenging outdoor activities. 

Ākonga/ students will have the opportunity to further develop their knowledge of sports science such as functional anatomy, biomechanics, and sports psychology.  Understanding these biophysical principles will help ākonga/ students will examine ways to improve their performance.

Ākonga/students must have:

• Good command of literacy for report writing.
• Currently physically active and a willingness to get involved.
• Positive attitude towards actively participating in ALL physical activities involved in the subject (i.e. Swimming and tramping).
• 100% Henderson High School PE gear.
• Achieved 14 or more credits in Level 1 Physical Education or an alternative literacy-rich subject.

Disclaimer

All subject selections are provisional only and are subject to:

• Meeting any course entry requirements.
• Minimum class sizes.
• Course structure and activities are subject to change.
• The availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.