Papanui High School Papanui High School

AQUATICS 32S - Semester

AQU32S
Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

Recommended Prior Learning

• Reasonable attainment of Level 2 NCEA credits is recommended.
• SPL22S and SPO22S are an advantage but not essential.
• Performance in SPL22S and SPO22S will be taken into consideration for enrolling in Aquatics.
• Commitment to the demands of this course inside and outside of school hours.



The Aquatics semester involves completing the New Zealand Swim Teachers Award. The award is a combination of theory and practical swimming activities culminating in a teaching practicum. The SPA32S students will teach the junior after school programmes at the Graham Condon Centre over a full term. Sessions run from 3.30- 5.30pm once a week. Students are able to select the day they wish to complete their shadowing hours. Students do not need to be strong swimmers, all skills are taught. 

It is an internationally recognised qualification and any many students begin paid teaching positions at the Graham Condon Centre before completing the course.

ASSESSMENT
All assessments are Unit Standards and are internally assessed.

Future Possibilities
Students that complete the New Zealand Swim Teachers Award can work as Swim Instructors at any swimming pool in New Zealand and internationally. 




Learning Areas:

Year 13, Health & Physical Education



Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Students will be required to purchase a plain rash top to wear in lessons and teaching sessions.