AIM
    Entry Level
    QN: 603/1512/X
    Curriculum Active

    AIM Qualifications Entry 3 Award in Personal and Social Development Skills

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 317 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Entry Level
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Syllabus Units
    19 Units
    Guided Hours
    317 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Addition and Subtraction

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know addition facts up to 20Be able to add three-digit whole numbers
    • Be able to use + and = in practical situations to solve problems
    • Know subtraction facts
    • Be able to subtract whole numbers
    • Be able to use a calculator to solve problems
    • Be able to approximate answers to calculations
    2

    Decimals

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to read and write decimals up to two decimal places
    • Be able to use a calculator to solve problems using whole numbers and decimals
    3

    Division

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work out whole number calculations which give remainders
    • Be able to use ÷ and = in practical situations to solve division problems
    • Be able to use a calculator to solve division problems
    • Be able to estimate answers to calculations
    4

    Extract and Use Data

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to extract numerical information from a range of sources
    • Be able to make comparisons from bar charts and simple line graphs
    • Be able to make comparisons from pictograms
    5

    Fractions

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to read and write common fractions
    • Be able to use equivalent fractions
    6

    Length, Weight, Capacity and Shapes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know units of measurement
    • Be able to compare length using standard and non-standard units
    • Be able to compare weight using common standard units
    • Be able to compare capacity using common standard and non-standard units
    • Be able to recognise the properties of 2D shapes
    • Be able to recognise the properties of 3D shapes
    7

    Money

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use decimal notation to express monetary value
    • Be able to add amounts of money expressed as pounds and pence
    • Be able to subtract amounts of money expressed as pounds and pence
    • Be able to round sums of money
    8

    Multiplication

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know multiplication facts
    • Be able to multiply whole numbers without the use of a calculator
    • Be able to use x and = in practical situations to solve multiplication problems
    • Be able to estimate answers to multiplication calculations
    9

    Reading for Meaning

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to read a piece of text and gain meaning from it
    • Be able to use strategies to find the meaning of words
    10

    Represent Information

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to collect and record numerical information
    • Be able to represent information in a range of different formats
    11

    Speaking and Listening to Obtain Information

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to obtain information from others by speaking and listening
    12

    Speaking and Listening to Provide Information

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to provide information to others by speaking and listening
    13

    Speaking and Listening to Take Part in a Discussion

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to take part in discussions on straightforward topics
    14

    Temperature and Time

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to record temperature
    • Be able to compare temperatures
    • Be able to record time
    15

    Using Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling in Writing

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use grammar and punctuation to aid understanding when writing
    • Be able to refer to sources of correct spellings of common and relevant key words
    • Be able to develop vocabulary relevant to own work and special interests
    • Be able to use methods to improve own spelling
    16

    Using Planning and Organisation in Writing

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to plan and organise own writing
    17

    Using Reading Strategies

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to find information for a specific purpose
    • Be able to use strategies for understanding written text
    18

    Whole Numbers to 1000

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to count up to 1000Be able to read numbers up to 1000Be able to match numbers in figures and words up to 1000Be able to compare numbers up to 1000Be able to approximate by rounding numbers less than 1000
    19

    Writing to Communicate

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use writing to communicate information, ideas and opinions
    • Be able to produce accurate writing

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/1512/X
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    AIM
    Qualification Type
    Other Life Skills Qualification
    Operational Start
    Oct 2017