HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

In an increasingly complex, sedentary, and rapidly changing world it is critical for young people to not only be able to cope with life’s challenges but also to flourish as healthy, active and safe citizens. The Health and Physical Education (HPE) suite of courses provides learners with many options of study in a wide variety of contexts and environments to develop their physical, mental, emotional, social, environmental, and spiritual self.

Some of the skills that learners will develop when studying HPE courses include improved communication skills, social skills, leadership skills, critical analysis and evaluation techniques, physical wellbeing - monitoring and maintaining, personal wellbeing strategies and connections with community-based agencies for lifelong active participation.

HPE courses lend themselves to a range of future careers in sport and fitness, as well as other industries. Some careers that you could consider include: Coach, Athlete, HPE Teacher, Personal Trainer, Marketing Officer, Sport Coordinator, Sport Jounalist, Nutritionist, Sport Statistician, Care Home Activity Provider, Lifeguard, Referee, Sport Photographer, Adventure Guide, Sport Psychologist, Physiotherapist, Exercise Scientist.