VCE HEALTH AND PE ELECTIVES

VCE OUTDOOR & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES UNITS 1/2

Outdoor and Environmental studies examines some of the ways in which Indigenous peoples and non Indigenous peoples understand and relate to nature through experiencing outdoor environments.

The focus is on individuals and their personal responses to experiencing outdoor environments. Students study the effects of natural changes and impacts of land management practices on the sustainability of outdoor environments by examining a number of case studies of specific outdoor environments, including areas where there is evidence of human intervention.

Unit 1
Connections with outdoor environments.

This unit examines how humans connect with outdoor environments and why these connections are important. They consider a range of contemporary uses and meanings of the term ‘nature’ and examine a variety of outdoor environments. Students are introduced to Indigenous people’s perspectives on the ways humans connect with outdoor environments.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in an expedition along the Glenelg River.

Approximate cost for Glenelg River expedition: $420

Unit 2:
Discovering outdoor environments

This unit focuses on human activities undertaken in outdoor environments and their impacrs on those environments. Although environmental impacts include both natural and human induced changes on components of the environment, the focus in this area of study i son the observation of impacts of humans, both positive and negative.

Students have the opportunity to participate in a two day cross country ski trip to Mt Baw Baw, together with a coastal bushwalk through the Great Otway National Park.

Approximate cost of camps in Unit 2:
Mt Baw Baw trip $250
Coastal bushwalk $180

Career Options:
Professional Guides (Bushwalking, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Mountain Biking, Alpine Sports, Surfing), Divers, Environmental Scientists, Ecotourism, National Parks Officers, Outdoor Adventure Officers, Outdoor Education Teachers, Outdoor Environment Administration, Outdoor Environment Management, Rescue Service Officers, Ski Instructors

VCE PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNITS 1/2

VCE Physical Education follows theory based work examining the biological, social and cultural influences on performance and participation in physical activity. Students research biomechanical and skill acquisition principles used to analyse human movement skills and energy production from a physiological perspective. Students investigate interplay of the three energy systems to performance in physical activity, sport and exercise. Students analyse movement skills from a physiological, psychological and sociocultural perspective, and apply relevant training principles and methods to improve performance within physical activity at an individual, club and elite level.

Unit 1: The human body in motion

How does the musculoskeletal system work to produce movement?
How does the cardiorespiratory system function at rest and during physical activity?

Unit 2: Physical activity, sport and society

What are the relationships between physical activity, sport, health and society?
What are the contemporary issues associated with physical activity and sport?

Career Options
Athlete, Sports Coach, Athlete Manager, Sports Editor, Chiropractor, Sports Commentator, Dietician, Sports Journalist, Fitness Centre Manager, Sports Medicine Practitioner, Fitness Instructor, Sports Psychologist, Nutritionist, Sport Physiotherapist, Personal Trainer, Sports Scientist, Physiologist, Sports Trainer

VCE HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT UNITS 1/2

If you are interested in health promotion, community health, local and global heath issues or environmental health or even if you are not sure which health science area is for you, this subject can help you find your area of interest.

VCE Health and Human Development takes a broad and multidimensional approach to defining and understanding health and wellbeing. Students investigate the World Health Organisation’s definition and other interpretations of health and wellbeing.

Students consider Australian and global contexts as they investigate variations in health status between populations and nations.

VCE Health and Human Development is designed to foster health literacy. Students develop their ability to navigate information, to recognise and enact supportive behaviours and to evaluate healthcare initiatives and interventions. VCE Health and Human Development offers students a range of pathways including further formal study in areas such as health promotion, community health research and policy development, humanitarian aid work, allied health practices, education and the health profession.

Unit 1: Understanding health and wellbeing
In this unit, students are introduced to the key concepts of health, including the factors that influence health and wellbeing, with a focus on the lifespan stage of youth. Students explore how nutrition plays a key role in the health status of individuals and conduct an extended inquiry about a major health and wellbeing issue associated with youth in today’s society.

Unit 2: Managing health and development
In this unit students focus on the developmental transition from youth to adulthood, by exploring physical and social changes and the factors that influence the health status of adults. Students are also introduced to the Australian healthcare system, by researching healthcare services in the community and analysing a range of issues associated with new and emerging healthcare technologies.

Career Options
Aged Care, Medical Receptionist, Child Care Worker, Nursing Aide, Child/Youth, Residential Care, Paramedic, Chiropractor, Personal Care Assistant, Dental Assistant Physiotherapist, Dietician, Podiatrist, Enrolled Nurse, Registered Nurse, General Medical Practitioner, Speech Pathologist, Youth Worker, Health Promotion Officer, Medical Imaging Professional.

VCE VET SPORT AND RECREATION UNITS 1/2

The VCE VET Sport and Recreation program is drawn from a national training package and offers portable qualifications which are recognised throughout Australia. These qualifications provide students with the opportunity to acquire and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to work in the areas of sport and outdoor recreation related industries. Leadership, organisational and specialist activity skills will be developed through the units of competency. Units of competency completed in this course include:
• Organise personal work priorities & Continuously improve officiating skills and knowledge
• Provide first aid
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Respond to emergency situations
• Participate in workplace health and safety
• Maintain sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge
• Respond to emergency situations
• Provide quality service
• Participate in conditioning for sport
• Maintain activity equipment

VCE OUTDOOR & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES UNITS 3/4

Outdoor and Environmental develops students’ understandings of outdoor environments and the ways in which humans interact with, relate to and have impacted outdoor environments over time.

This includes environments both local and further afield, that range in health from protected wilderness to those heavily impacted by human practices.

The study enables students to make critically informed comments an outdoor environmental issues, including asking questions about environmental sustainability and human connections to Country, both past and present. Students are able to understand the importance of change to environmental health from human or natural influences.

Unit 3: Relationships with outdoor environments
The focus of this unit is the ecological, historical and social contexts of relationships between humans and outdoor environments in Australia. Case studies of a range of impacts on outdoor environments are examined in the context of the changing nature of human relationships with outdoor environments in Australia over 60,000 years.

Students have the opportunity to participate in snorkelling camp within the local environment on the Mornington Peninsula at Flinders

Approximate cost of Snorkelling camp: $120

Unit 4: Sustainable outdoor environments
In this unit students explore the sustainable use and management of outdoor environments. They examine the contemporary state of environments in Australia, consider the importance of healthy outdoor environments, and examine the issues in relations to the capacity of outdoor environments to support the future needs of the Australian population.

Students have the opportunity to participate in a 4 day Mt Buller skiing/snowboarding expedition

Approximate cost of Mt Buller expedition: $750

VCE PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNITS 3/4

VCE Physical Education explores the complex interrelationships between biophysical (anatomical, biomechanical, physiological and skill acquisition) and psychosocial (psychological and sociocultural) principles to understand their role in producing and refining movement for participation and performance in physical activity, sport and exercise.
Through physical, written, oral and digital learning experiences, students apply theoretical concepts and reflect critically on factors that affect all levels of participation and performance in physical activity, sport and exercise.

Unit 3: Movement skills and energy for physical activity, sport and exercise
This unit introduces students to principles used to analyse human movement from a biophysical perspective. Students use a variety of tools and coaching techniques to analyse movement skills and apply biomechanical and skill-acquisition principles to improve and refine movement in physical activity, sport and exercise.

Unit 4: Training to improve performance
In this unit, students’ participation and involvement in physical activity will form the foundations of understanding how to improve performance from a physiological perspective. Students analyse movement skills and fitness requirements and apply relevant training principles and methods to improve performance at various levels (individual, club and elite).

VCE HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT UNITS 3/4

VCE Health and Human Development explores how health and wellbeing are understood and promoted in Australia and across the globe. Students investigate the complex, dynamic and global nature of health, the factors that influence health outcomes, and the ways in which communities, governments and international organisations work to improve health and human development.

Unit 3: Australia’s Health in a Globalised World
In Unit 3, students learn about health and wellbeing as dynamic and multidimensional concepts influenced by biological, sociocultural and environmental factors. They develop skills in interpreting health data and exploring variations in health status between population groups in Australia. Students analyse the evolution of public health approaches, including the shift from a biomedical focus to the social model of health and the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion. They investigate the role of Australia’s health system and initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes, including those addressing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and promoting healthy eating.

Unit 4: Health and Human Development in a Global Context
Unit 4 extends the focus to global health and human development. Students compare the health status of low-, middle- and high-income countries, analyse contributing factors to global health inequalities, and explore the Human Development Index. They investigate global issues and trends, such as climate change and digital technologies, and their impact on health. Students also examine global initiatives, including the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and the World Health Organization’s work, and evaluate the effectiveness of Australia’s aid program and the efforts of non-government organisations in promoting sustainable improvements to health and human development.

Career Pathways
VCE Health and Human Development provides a strong foundation for further study and careers in health sciences, nursing, midwifery, public health, nutrition, community development, paramedicine, health promotion, and education. It also supports pathways in allied health fields, international aid work, policy development, and roles in government and non-government health organisations.

VCE VET SPORT AND RECREATION UNITS 3/4

The VCE VET Sport and Recreation program is drawn from a national training package and offers portable qualifications which are recognised throughout Australia. These qualifications provide students with the opportunity to acquire and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to work in the areas of sport and outdoor recreation related industries. Leadership, organisational and specialist activity skills will be developed through the units of competency. This course is a continuation from Unit 1 and 2. Units 3 and 4 offers scored assessment and includes core units such as plan and conduct programs, risk assessment, and conduct coaching with foundation level participants. Employment opportunities reflect roles such as recreation officer, activity operation officer, sport and recreation attendant, community activities officer or leisure services officer.

Units studied include:

Participate in WHS hazard identification
Risk Assessment and Risk Control
Facilitate groups
Conduct sport coaching sessions with foundation level participants
Deliver recreation sessions.