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Health and physical education – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate health and physical education teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Ahuwhenua

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Agricultural/horticultural scientists study farm animals, soils, pastures and crops to improve growth, health and quality, and to prevent pests and disease.

Food Technologist | Kaihangarau Kai

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Food technologists research, develop and improve food and drink products. They may also be involved in the processing, packaging, storage and safety of food to meet government and industry standards.

Sports Coach/Official | Pouako/Kātipa Hākinakina

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Sports coaches/officials coach and instruct athletes, and are the officials in charge of sporting events.

Physiotherapist | Kairomiromi

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Physiotherapists help people regain movement and function after they have been affected by an injury, disability or health condition. They also give advice on how to prevent injuries.

Kaiwhakaako Māori | Kaiwhakaako Māori

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Kaiwhakaako Māori teach in te reo Māori at primary and secondary schools.

Pharmacist | Taka Rongoā

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Pharmacists prepare and dispense prescribed medicine, and discuss conditions and treatments with patients. They also carry out tests and vaccinations.

Veterinary Nurse | Tapuhi Kararehe

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Veterinary nurses help assess, treat and care for sick and injured animals. They also interact with clients and perform receptionist duties.

Bus Driver | Kaitaraiwa Pahi

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Bus drivers operate buses and drive passengers along local, chartered or intercity routes.

Diagnostic Radiologist | Kaimātai Tātari Hihi Irirangi

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Diagnostic radiologists diagnose diseases of the human body using x-rays, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine and radioactive solutions.