Whangarei Girls’ High School Whangarei Girls’ High School

Level 3 Physical Education* (THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL FOR 2024, PLEASE CHOOSE ANOTHER COURSE)

3PED
Course Description

This programme is designed for each student to apply knowledge to find out what works for them as an individual. Through hands-on experience each student will explore what works for them, e.g. for fitness training - each student will explore what motivates them to train, what type of training works for them, etc. 

The PHYSICAL and the EDUCATION is connected through a fairly even mix of practical and classroom based lessons.

Learning Opportunities

In this course you will need to:

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  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Physical activities and how they impact your wellbeing.
  • Leadership.
  • Personal well-being.
  • Developing a growth mindset. 
  • Sporting skills improvement.
  • Effective communication. 
  • Fitness training improvement.
  • Collaboration.
  • Motor skills appraisal.
  • Self Management.
  • Sociology.
  • Critical thinking.
  • Motor skill learning.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Psychological skills.
  • Understanding of personal well-being.

  • Maintaining a log book.

  • Looking for trends.


Year Levels/Departments:

Physical Education, Seniors



Resources Required

Organised folder and refill or a workbook. 

Appropriate PE gear.