PDHPE

2. 2 UNIT PDHPE OVERVIEW
• This is an ATAR subject.
• Theoretical based subject where students study
and explore a range of practical and health related
concepts.
• The only practical activities involved in this course
are based around laboratories and testing of
biomechanical, fitness and skill acquisition
principles.
• HSC exam is a 3 hour written examination

3. 2 UNIT PDHPE
PRELIMINARY HSC
• The Preliminary HSC course consists of two core modules
representing 60% of course time. An ‘options component’
representing 40% of course time includes four options of which
students are to study two.
CORE STRANDS (60%)
 Better Health for Individuals (30%)
 The Body in Motion (30%)
OPTIONS (40%)
Select two of the following options:
 First Aid (20%)
 Composition and Performance (20%)
 Fitness Choices (20%)
 Outdoor Recreation (20%)

4. 2 UNIT PDHPE HSC
• The HSC course consists of two core modules representing 60% of
course time. An options component representing 40% of course time
includes five options of which students are to study two.
CORE STRANDS (60%)
 Health Priorities in Australia (30%)
 Factors Affecting Performance (30%)
OPTIONS (40%)
Select two of the following options:
 The Health of Young People (20%)
 Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society (20%)
 Sports Medicine (20%)
 Improving Performance (20%)
 Equity and Health (20%)

5. POTENTIAL CAREER PATHWAYS
• PDHPE Teacher • Health Promotion Officer
• Physiotherapist • Life Guard
• General Practitioner • Fireman
• Sports Scientist • Group Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer • Naturopath
• Coach • Nutritionist
• Referee • Dietician
• Sports Administrator • Pharmacist
• Swim School Instructor • Sports Manager
• Outdoor Recreation • Dance Instructor
• Leisure and Recreational • Paramedic and more!
Studies

6. UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITIES
Studying PDHPE and/or SLR will give you an advantage in many courses offered at
University in the Health, Sport and Fitness field. Some of which include;
 Bachelor of Health and Fitness Management
 Bachelor of Sport Science
 Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
 Bachelor of Health and Movement
 Bachelor of Science in Public Health
 Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing, Education, Community Studies) etc, etc, etc
(Please note – it is important to speak to FVHS Careers Advisor for specific
prerequisites for all university courses. This may have a large impact on your subject
selections)

7. TAFE & FURTHER
STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
Studying PDHPE will give you an advantage in many courses offered at TAFE, private
institutions and other nation wide courses. Some of which are included below;
Western Sydney TAFE Courses;  Statement of Attainment in Foundations
 Certificate III and IV in Fitness of Anatomy
 Diploma in Fitness  Certificate IV in Massage
 Certificate I-IV in Outdoor Other private courses;
Rec.  Auswim Instructor Qualification
 Diploma in Outdoor Rec.  Sports Management Courses
 Diploma in Remedial Massage and many more

8. NEED MORE INFORMATION?
• If you are interested in studying 2 Unit PDHPE and
want more detailed information about what you will be
studying in Year 11 and 12, simply click on the
following links to explore the syllabus!
2 UNIT PDHPE PRELIMINARY AND HSC SYLLABUS
OR

9. NEED MORE INFORMATION?
• Ask Mr. Karam or any PDHPE teacher over the next
few days or see your Health teacher during class.
• If you still have any questions about the course and
want to speak to Mr. Karam, please feel free to see
me at Subject Selection Evening or in the PDHPE
staffroom 