AIM
Entry Level
QN: 603/6258/3
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3078 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
AIM
Syllabus Units
131 Units
Guided Hours
3078 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Alcohol and Drug Misuse Awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main categories of drugs (e.g., depressants, stimulants) and types of alcoholic beverages.
- Describe common personal, social, and environmental factors that may lead to alcohol or drug misuse.
- List at least three physical and three psychological effects of drug and alcohol misuse.
- Explain how an individual's substance misuse can affect family members and the wider community.
- Outline key health issues associated with long-term drug and alcohol misuse, such as liver disease or addiction.
- Summarize the typical withdrawal symptoms that may occur when someone stops using drugs or alcohol.
- Locate and name local agencies that provide support for substance misuse.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Applying for a Job
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify different methods of applying for a job (online, in-person, postal, telephone, email).
- Explain why employers use application forms to select candidates.
- Complete a simple job application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Check a completed application form for missing information and spelling errors.
- Demonstrate appropriate formatting and neatness when completing a handwritten application form.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Applying for Jobs and Courses
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main steps involved in applying for a job or course
- List personal information commonly required in application forms
- Describe how to present qualifications and experience appropriately
- Select relevant supporting documents for a given application
- Complete a simple application form with accurate personal details
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Assertiveness Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Differentiate between assertive, passive and aggressive behaviours
- Identify personal decisions and choices in common scenarios
- Explain the rights and responsibilities of self and others in given situations
- Demonstrate confident speaking in a group setting
- Apply assertiveness techniques in practice
- Analyse the benefits of assertiveness for personal and professional growth
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Assist with Catching and Restraining a Small Animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate safe catching of a small animal using appropriate equipment.
- Apply correct handling methods to restrain an animal securely.
- Execute the movement of an animal from one location to another while maintaining control.
- Identify signs of distress in restrained animals.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Assisting at a Sport or Active Leisure Event
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify different types of sport and active leisure events, such as tournaments, charity runs, and fitness classes.
- Describe the main duties of an assistant at a sport or leisure event, including setting up equipment and guiding participants.
- Demonstrate appropriate communication and teamwork skills when assisting at an event.
- Follow health and safety guidelines while performing event support tasks.
- Carry out assigned tasks effectively during a sport or active leisure event (this may be simulated).
- Review own performance by identifying at least two strengths demonstrated while assisting.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Audio and Video Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Operate audio recording hardware to capture a short narration or sound effect.
- Use video recording equipment to capture a simple scene or action.
- Import media files into basic editing software for manipulation.
- Apply trimming and splitting tools to remove unwanted sections from audio/video clips.
- Arrange multiple clips in a logical sequence to create a coherent narrative.
- Export the final edited sequence in a common playback format (e.g., MP3, MP4).
- Play back the finished sequence using standard media player software or a device.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Backstage Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know health and safety rules for working backstage.
- 2. Be able to work safely backstage.
- 3. Know about specialist terminology used in backstage work.
- 4. Know about backstage tasks.
- 5. Be able to participate in backstage tasks during a performance.
- 6. Review own backstage skills and performance.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Basic Cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify common kitchen equipment and their uses
- Demonstrate safe and hygienic practices when handling food
- Follow a simple recipe to prepare a basic dish
- Apply a cooking method such as boiling, frying, or baking
- Evaluate the readiness of cooked food using visual and sensory checks
- Maintain a clean and organised workspace throughout the cooking process
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Basic Food Hygiene
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to handle food safely2. Be able to employ good personal hygiene when working with food3. Know the key types of food hazards
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Basic Food Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify and use appropriate kitchen equipment for food preparation tasks
- Demonstrate safe and hygienic practices when handling food
- Prepare a range of ingredients for cold presentation, such as washing and chopping vegetables
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including measuring and portioning
- Follow a simple recipe or set of instructions to complete a food preparation task
- Work safely in a kitchen environment, identifying potential hazards
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Basic Performance Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Define basic performance skills such as voice projection, body language, and expression.
- Identify personal strengths and areas for improvement in performance contexts.
- Outline the steps involved in preparing for a simple performance piece.
- Demonstrate the ability to adopt a specific role during rehearsal and preparation activities.
- Perform a short piece or presentation to an audience, employing performance techniques.
- Reflect on own performance and identify aspects for future development.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Building a Three Brick Square Hollow Pillar
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify and select the correct trowel, spirit level, and jointing tools for building a brick pillar.
- Mix sand and cement to a consistent, workable mortar ratio.
- Set out the pillar base accurately to form a perfect square footprint.
- Lay the first course of bricks with uniform mortar joints and squared corners.
- Build subsequent courses maintaining vertical alignment and an unobstructed hollow centre.
- Demonstrate proper cleaning and storage techniques for all tools and equipment after use.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Building a Three Course Half Brick Wall
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate correct selection and safe handling of bricklaying tools.
- Apply appropriate mortar consistency and application techniques for half-brick walling.
- Construct a half-brick wall three courses high, ensuring plumb, level, and gauge accuracy.
- Identify and rectify common laying errors during construction.
- Perform cleaning and proper storage procedures for all equipment after use.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Building Working Relationships with Colleagues
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least two reasons why positive working relationships are important in the workplace
- Describe appropriate ways to communicate with colleagues and managers in a professional setting
- Demonstrate active listening and polite responses when receiving instructions
- Show cooperative behavior by participating in a simple group task
- Explain how personal conduct can affect team morale and productivity
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Career Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify own qualities, skills, and interests using given examples
- List personal achievements and describe how they were accomplished
- Locate at least two different sources of careers information (e.g., online, posters, teacher)
- Match personal interests to one or more possible job roles
- State why it is important to know your own qualities when thinking about work
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Caring for a Child
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the basic physical needs of children across different age groups (babies, toddlers, preschoolers).
- Choose appropriate clothing and footwear for children in various weather conditions and activities.
- Explain why a consistent daily routine is important for a child's emotional and physical development.
- Recognise simple hygiene practices that prevent illness when caring for children.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Caring for Young Children and Babies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the physical care needs of babies and young children at different ages, including feeding, bathing, and sleep.
- Choose appropriate clothing and footwear for children based on age, activity, and weather conditions.
- Explain the importance of establishing a consistent daily routine for a child’s sense of security and development.
- List safety precautions to consider when providing physical care to young children.
- Describe how daily routines can support healthy eating, sleeping, and play patterns.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Carrying Out Plastering Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare tools, materials, and work area for plastering operations.
- Apply plaster to a surface using appropriate techniques.
- Clean and tidy the work area after completing plastering operations.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Check and maintain motor vehicle external lighting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key components of a vehicle's external lighting system
- Describe the legal requirements for vehicle lighting
- Demonstrate safe lifting and supporting of the vehicle for light inspection
- Inspect and test each external light for correct operation
- Replace a defective bulb following manufacturer's guidelines
- Record findings and actions taken on a vehicle check sheet
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Check that a Small Animal is Healthy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate safe restraint of a small animal using an appropriate technique.
- List at least five common signs of good health in a small animal.
- Identify potential health concerns by observing behaviour and physical appearance.
- Describe the importance of regular health checks for animal welfare.
- Apply correct handling procedures to minimise stress during examination.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Checking and Maintaining Car Tyre Pressures and Tread
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the correct tyre pressure for a given vehicle from reliable sources.
- Demonstrate the accurate use of a tyre pressure gauge to check pressure.
- Inflate a tyre to the recommended pressure using an air pump.
- Measure tyre tread depth using a tread depth gauge.
- Assess whether tread depth meets legal minimum requirements.
- Identify common signs of tyre damage or uneven wear.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Checking and Maintaining Fluid Levels on a Car
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the different fluid reservoirs in a car engine bay.
- Select the correct tools and PPE for checking and topping up fluids.
- Check fluid levels against manufacturer specifications using dipsticks or level marks.
- Top up fluids to the correct level, avoiding overfilling.
- Dispose of waste fluids and materials according to environmental regulations.
- Record fluid checks and maintenance activities accurately.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Communication in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three different ways of communicating commonly used in the workplace.
- List the methods used to communicate routine, urgent, and confidential information.
- Demonstrate active listening skills during a simulated workplace conversation.
- Describe how tone and body language affect the interpretation of a message.
- Apply appropriate greeting and closing phrases in written workplace messages.
- Recognize the importance of checking for understanding when receiving instructions.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Computer Security and Privacy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify common computer security threats and their potential impact.
- Describe how to create and manage strong passwords.
- Explain the importance of regular software updates and antivirus protection.
- Demonstrate safe browsing practices to avoid malicious websites and downloads.
- Outline steps to protect personal data and privacy online.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Cultivating Plant Cuttings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify suitable stem sections from a parent plant for taking a cutting
- Demonstrate how to prepare a cutting by making a clean cut below a leaf node
- Describe the role of rooting hormone and moisture in promoting root development
- Perform potting of rooted cuttings into appropriate growing medium
- Monitor and adjust environmental conditions to support cutting cultivation
- Follow verbal and written instructions accurately when handling cuttings
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe at least two reasons why good customer service is important in a hospitality setting.
- Demonstrate how to greet and interact with a customer in a simulated scenario.
- List key points of personal presentation expected in the workplace.
- Explain how poor customer service can affect a hospitality business.
- Identify examples of positive non-verbal communication when serving customers.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Customer Service Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify three key benefits of delivering excellent customer service.
- Describe the potential impact of poor customer service on a business.
- Demonstrate techniques for making a positive first impression.
- Apply active listening skills to interact positively with customers.
- Explain why respecting customer needs is essential for service delivery.
- Outline the steps involved in handling a customer complaint effectively.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Cutting and Hanging Wall Coverings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify and wear appropriate PPE prior to commencing wallpapering
- Select correct tools for measuring, cutting, and hanging wall coverings
- Measure and cut wallpaper accurately using appropriate cutting tools
- Apply paste to wallpaper and hang it smoothly on a flat vertical wall
- Tidy the work area, disposing of waste materials correctly
- Clean and store tools to maintain them in good working condition
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
CV Writing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- State the main reason for having a CV when looking for a job.
- List at least three pieces of personal contact information that belong on a CV.
- Identify where to place education details on a basic CV template.
- Describe the difference between a skill and a personal quality for a CV.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Design and Imaging Software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify appropriate sources for obtaining digital images, considering copyright and usage rights.
- Demonstrate the ability to import and insert images into design software from various file locations.
- Apply common editing tools (e.g., crop, resize, rotate) to modify images to given specifications.
- Use layer-based editing to combine multiple visual elements into a single composition.
- Adjust image properties such as brightness, contrast, and colour balance to enhance visual quality.
- Export final designs in suitable file formats for print or digital display.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Developing Angling Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main branches of angling and their distinctive features.
- Explain the key legal requirements and regulations for angling in the UK.
- Conduct a basic health and safety risk assessment for an angling session.
- Demonstrate correct assembly and safe use of angling equipment for a chosen branch.
- Select appropriate bait for a given target species and water environment, justifying choices.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Developing Confidence Working with Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate safe handling of animals in line with relevant health and safety rules.
- Identify and explain signs of stress, fear, or aggression in common domestic animals.
- Apply appropriate handling techniques for different species, considering their size and temperament.
- Explain the importance of personal protective equipment when handling animals.
- Evaluate risks associated with handling unfamiliar animals and propose control measures.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Developing Performance Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three skills needed for effective performance.
- Plan a short performance by outlining its structure and key points.
- Rehearse a performance to improve delivery and timing.
- Deliver a performance using clear communication and appropriate body language.
- Reflect on own performance to identify areas for improvement.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Developing Skills for a Healthy Lifestyle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key components of physical fitness and explain their benefits for personal health.
- Demonstrate understanding of how regular exercise contributes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Evaluate the principles of a balanced diet and its role in promoting good health.
- Outline effective personal hygiene and grooming practices and their impact on health.
- Summarize basic concepts of sex education and contraception within the context of sexual health.
- Develop a personal action plan to take responsibility for one's own health and lifestyle choices.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Digital Lifestyle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify common digital devices and describe their primary functions.
- Outline the process of recording, storing, and sharing digital audio files.
- Explain the basic principles of digital video capture and playback.
- Demonstrate understanding of digital photography, including file formats and storage.
- Discuss how digital technologies support modern lifestyles and communication.
- Research and present at least two career opportunities that require digital technology skills.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Explore Acting Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of physical and vocal skills used by actors.
- Describe methods for creating a believable character from a given stimulus.
- Demonstrate appropriate use of physical and vocal skills in a short performance.
- Evaluate own use of acting skills after a performance.
- Apply character development techniques to show a clear role interpretation.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Exploring Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key requirements and resources needed to prepare for a performance task.
- Demonstrate effective listening skills by accurately interpreting and following step-by-step instructions.
- Contribute actively to group planning and execution, showing respect for others’ ideas.
- Carry out an assigned role within a performance activity, adapting to feedback where necessary.
- Produce a simple written or verbal reflection identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Facial Cleanse, Tone and Massage
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Select appropriate products, tools and equipment for a facial cleanse, tone and massage treatment
- Prepare the treatment area and client following salon hygiene and safety protocols
- Demonstrate correct facial cleansing techniques tailored to skin type
- Apply toner using a suitable method to complete the cleansing process
- Perform a basic facial massage sequence using safe and effective movements
- Implement infection control measures throughout the treatment
- Tidy the work area, sanitise tools and dispose of waste according to salon procedures
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Food Safety and Storage
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques as part of food hygiene procedures.
- Apply correct storage methods for perishable, non-perishable, and frozen foods.
- Identify signs of spoilage and contamination to decide when food should be discarded.
- Explain the importance of separating raw and cooked foods to prevent cross-contamination.
- Outline the correct procedures for cleaning and sanitizing food preparation areas.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Food, Drink and Cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of kitchen utensils and basic equipment, stating their functions.
- Demonstrate safe operation of common cooking appliances, such as a toaster, kettle, and microwave.
- Explain the importance of including a variety of food groups in meals for balanced nutrition.
- Differentiate between hot and cold drinks and list examples of each.
- Prepare a hot drink (e.g., tea/coffee) and a cold drink (e.g., fruit squash) following safety guidelines.
- Prepare a simple cooked snack (e.g., toast, beans on toast) and a fresh no-cook snack (e.g., fruit salad) hygienically.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Garden Horticulture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least five common garden plants and state their basic growing needs
- Demonstrate safe and effective propagation of plants from seeds or cuttings
- Prepare a growing bed by clearing, forking, and adding organic matter
- Perform routine plant care tasks including watering, weeding, and feeding
- Select and use appropriate tools and equipment following health and safety guidelines
- Maintain a record of gardening activities to show progress and reflection
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Garden Maintenance Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify common hand tools used for garden maintenance and state their specific purposes.
- Demonstrate correct and safe usage of at least three garden tools during a practical task.
- Perform basic garden maintenance activities, including weeding, pruning, and watering, under supervision.
- Sort garden waste into appropriate categories for recycling, composting, or disposal.
- Describe the environmental benefits of composting green waste.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Groom a Small Animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the appropriate grooming tools for different small animals.
- Prepare the grooming area with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrate safe handling and restraint of a small animal during grooming.
- Perform basic grooming tasks such as brushing and nail trimming.
- Recognise potential hazards in the grooming environment.
- Apply safety measures when using grooming tools and products.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the grooming process.
- Communicate effectively with a supervisor regarding animal condition.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Guest Services in the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the roles of different team members in guest services.
- Demonstrate appropriate greetings and responses when interacting with customers.
- Identify common customer needs and how to address them.
- Work cooperatively with others to complete a simple guest service task.
- Communicate clearly and politely in a role-play scenario.
- Explain why effective communication is important for guest satisfaction.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Hair Plaiting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the tools and materials required for basic hair plaiting.
- Demonstrate proper sanitization of tools and preparation of the client's hair.
- Perform basic three-strand plaiting technique accurately.
- Maintain safe and hygienic working practices throughout the plaiting process.
- Communicate effectively with the client during the service.
- Evaluate the finished plait for evenness, neatness, and security.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Hairdressing: Introduction to Assisting a Stylist
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare the client and work area for a hairdressing service.
- Assist the stylist during a technical service by following instructions.
- Shampoo a client's hair using correct techniques and products.
- Maintain hygiene and safety throughout the service.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Hairdressing: Introduction to Health and Safety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to comply with the health and safety requirements in a salon environment., Be able to maintain personal hygiene and appearance.
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AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Employability and Development Skills (Entry 3)
Hairdressing: Introduction to Working Relationships
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assist at salon reception., Be able to liaise with salon clients., Be able to liaise with colleagues.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6258/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AIM
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2020