NCEA Level 1 Health and Physical Wellbeing
L1HPW Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr S. Meijer.
Recommended Prior LearningStudent will have an interest in physical activity, be prepared to work as a team, and have a willingness to improve their own Hauora / well-being.
A strong engagement level in Year 10 Health & Physical Wellbeing (HPW) will be necessary to enter this Level 1 Course.
Students applying for this course must have a high engagement level in Year 10 Health & Physical Wellbeing as the Level One Course is a combination of classroom and practical based work.
Health & Physical Wellbeing at Level 1 allows students a chance to build their knowledge in a variety of Practical and Theory topics within the Health & Physical Education Curriculum. Students learn to develop their personal fitness, acknowledge how it impacts on their Hauora/Wellbeing within Te Ao Maori contexts, as well as demonstrate an understanding of the functioning of the human body within a practical and theoretical environment. An obvious interest and passion for physical activity is required.
There will be a component required by students to demonstrate and apply strategies within movement contexts and demonstrate an understanding how Kotahitanga is promoted.
There are between 15-20 credits available in this course.
There will be a cost associated with this course for off-site visits to activity providers. This is approximately $60-$80.
Pathway
NCEA Level 2 Outdoor Education, NCEA Level 2 Physical Education, NCEA Level 2 Physical Education Skills
Career PathwaysOccupational Therapist, Secondary School Teacher
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery• 1 x 1B8 exercise book
• Practical PE gear
• Sports shoes