Ascentis

Entry Level

QN: 600/8492/3

Curriculum Active

Ascentis Entry Level Award in Progression (Entry 3)

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Ascentis. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3070 hours.

Qualification Level

Entry Level

Awarding Body

Ascentis

Syllabus Units

135 Units

Guided Hours

3070 hrs

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

Accessing Public Transport

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan a journey on public transport.
Be able to make a journey on public transport.

Alcohol and Drug Misuse Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the differences between some types of drugs and alcoholic drinks.
Understand the causes of alcohol and drug mis
Know the physical and psychological effects of drug and alcohol mis
Understand the implications of drug and alcohol mis
use on others.
Understand health issues associated with drug and alcohol mis
Know about the effects of withdrawing from drugs and alcohol.
Know about agencies offering help and information.

Amenity Horticulture Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare ground for planting.
Be able to plant.
Be able to prepare and turf an area.
Be able to maintain amenity planting and grass.

Aspects of Citizenship

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities.
Understand equal opportunity issues in relation to current legislation.
Understand the main functions of local and national government.
Know public services available in own local community.

Assist with Catching and Restraining a Small Animal

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to catch and restrain a small animal.

Audio and Video Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use audio and/or video hardware and software to capture sequences.
Be able to use audio and/or video software tools to edit sequences.
Be able to play and present audio and/or video sequences.

Basic Cooking

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to cook basic food items and dishes.

Basic Craft Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about health and safety requirements.
Be able to use basic craft tools and materials.
Be able to plan for craft activity.
Be able to carry out craft activity.
Be able to reflect on own work.

Basic Food Preparation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare food for cold presentation or cooking.

Basic Performance Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about performance skills
Be able to take a role in preparing for a performance
Be able to perform for an audience

Career Preparation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise own qualities, skills, interests and achievements.
Know where to locate careers information.

Check that a Small Animal is Healthy

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to restrain and complete a health check on a small animal.
Know the signs of good health in an animal.

Checking and Maintaining Car Tyre Pressures and Tread

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use relevant tools and equipment.
Be able to maintain tyres on a car.

Checking and Maintaining Fluid Levels on a Car

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use appropriate materials and equipment
Be able to maintain fluid levels in a car engine

Clearing and Weeding a Garden

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for clearing and weeding a garden.
Be able to clear and weed an area of a garden.
Be able to tidy after clearing and weeding.

College Induction

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to locate facilities at college/learning environment.
Be able to identify members of staff and their roles.
Be able to identify reasons for attending college.
Understand own responsibilities while at college.
Understand differences between college and a previous establishment.
Be able to identify Health and Safety procedures.

Communication Between Children Aged 0-3 Years and Adults

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how children and adults communicate with each other.
Know why it is important to communicate with children aged 0-3 years.
Know the role of the adult in encouraging children’s communication.
Be able to make a resource that will encourage a child’s communication skills.

Computer Basics

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the different parts of a computer
Know computer terminology
Know about computer performance and features
Know about computer operating systems

Computer Security and Privacy

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the basics of computer security and privacy.
Know how to keep information secure.
Know how to protect self and family from online security threats.
Know how to keep a computer secure.

Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the importance of good customer service.
Be able to communicate with customers.
Know the importance of good personal presentation.

Data Management Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system.
Be able to retrieve and display data records to meet requirements.

Design and Imaging Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to obtain and insert information for designs or images.
Be able to use design and imaging software tools to manipulate and edit drawings or images.

Desktop Publishing Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use appropriate designs and page layouts for a publication.
Be able to input text and other information into a publication.
Be able to use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format a publication.

Developing an Awareness of Soil Types and Garden Habitats

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know different soil types.
Know different garden habitats.
Know the role of wildlife in the garden.
Know how to prepare soil for plants.

Developing Confidence Working With Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to follow relevant health and safety rules when handling animals.
Know how to deal with animal behaviour.
Be able to handle animals.

Developing Skills for a Healthy Lifestyle

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know why personal fitness is important.
Understand the role that exercise plays in a healthy lifestyle.
Be able to identify the role of a balanced diet in promoting personal good health.
Know the importance of personal hygiene and good grooming.
Be able to identify the basic issues of sex education and contraception.
Know how to take responsibility for own health and lifestyle through action planning for the future.

Developing Skills for Gaining Employment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify possible employment options.
Be able to complete an application form.
Be able to create a straightforward Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Understand how to conduct self at interview.
Be able to locate job and training opportunities in a local area.
Be able to plan for future career development.

Developing Skills for Listening to Children

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the value and benefits of listening to children.
Be able to listen without interrupting.
Understand the importance of acknowledging children's feelings and needs.
Know how to ask appropriate questions when listening to children.

Developing Skills for Using and Maintaining Garden Tools

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know a range of hand tools used in gardening.
Be able to use a range of common garden hand tools.
Be able to maintain a range of common garden hand tools.

Digital Lifestyle

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about digital technology
Know about digital audio
Know about digital video
Know about digital photography
Know about the career opportunities for those with digital technology experience

Discover Local History

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about past history in their local area.
Know how to get simple historical information from different sources.
Be able to create a record of findings.

Diversity in Society

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the meaning of the term ‘diversity’
Know about diverse groups and practices
Know about similarities between groups
Know some of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination
Be able to recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society

Drug and Alcohol Misuse Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the differences between some types of drugs and alcoholic drinks.
Know some of the causes of alcohol and/or drug mis
Know some of the physical and/or psychological effects of drug and alcohol mis
Know the implications of drug and/or alcohol mis
use on others.
Know the health issues associated with drug and alcohol mis
Know the effects of withdrawing from drugs and/or alcohol.
Know of agencies offering help and information.

Emotional Intelligence

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to identify human emotions.
Be able to recognise factors that can influence emotions.
Know about techniques to help deal with strong emotions.

Employment Contracts and Payslips

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the importance of an employment contract.
Know where to find key information on a payslip.
Know about the national minimum wage.

Engage in Discussion

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to engage in discussion.

Environmental Sustainability

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand why environmental sustainability is important.
Know about the ‘Three Rs’ of sustainability.
Know about the correct disposal of waste.

Food Safety and Storage

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know basic hygiene rules.
Know how to store different types of food.
Know when food should be discarded.

Garment Making

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify equipment for garment making.
Be able to interact with others.
Be able to make a garment.
Be able to apply processes to tackle basic problems.

Getting to Know Woodlands

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify trees common to an area.
Be able to identify wild plants common to a woodland area.
Be able to identify common tracks or signs left by living creatures.
Understand the importance of preserving natural woodland.

Grammar and Punctuation in Practical Use

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use writing to communicate.
Be able to use grammar and punctuation correctly.

Grammar Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use grammar to aid understanding.

Groom a Small Animal

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to groom a small animal

Hairdressing: Introduction to Assisting a Stylist

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assist a stylist with technical service.
Be able to shampoo a client’s hair.

Hand Care

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for a hand care treatment.
Be able to provide hand care treatment.

Health and Safety Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about Health and Safety procedures
Be able to observe safe working practices

Health and Safety in Construction

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about safe conduct in construction.
Know about hazards in construction.
Know about safety equipment in construction.

Home and Personal Safety Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about methods of safeguarding home, personal possessions and self
Know what action needs to be taken when finding a fire
Be able to respond to a fire drill
Know about general fire detection devices
Know how to cope appropriately with an accident
Know when and how to contact their local GP/Health Centre
Know how to summon the emergency services

Human Growth and Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the sequence of growth and development from birth to old age.
Know factors that affect growth and development.
Know that different experiences affect emotional and social development.
Know ways in which a child learns to communicate.

Identification of Basic External and Internal Car Parts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify and locate basic external car parts.
Be able to identify and locate basic internal car parts.

Improving Own Fitness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different exercise and fitness activities.
Be able to participate in exercise and fitness activities.
Be able to review own performance.

Indoor Team Games

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use indoor games equipment.
Be able to interact with others during indoor team games.
Be able to carry out set tasks.
Know the meaning of game tactics.
Be able to use safe working practices when participating in indoor team games.
Be able to review own performance and personal skills.

Introduction to a Training Course

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the requirements of taking part in a training course.
Understand the organisation’s need for rules and regulations.
Be able to take part in assessment procedures.
Be able to take part in team games., Be aware of the different agencies and employers who work with the training provider.
Understand the importance of commitment and regular attendance.

Introduction to Assertiveness and Decision Making Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to speak up in a group situation with confidence.
Know own decisions and choices.
Know the rights and responsibilities of self and others in given situations.
Know how to negotiate to achieve a desired outcome.
Understand the implications and benefits of assertiveness and self-control.

Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tools, equipment and materials used in carpentry and joinery.
Be able to interact with others in an appropriate way.
Know how to work safely and correctly.
Be able to select tools, equipment and materials for specific projects.
Be able to review own performance.

Introduction to cultivating plant cuttings

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to take a cutting
Be able to root plant cuttings
Be able to plant cuttings
Be able to cultivate plant cuttings
Leave the work area in a safe condition

Introduction to Customer Service Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the benefits to the organisation of good customer service.
Understand the possible consequences of poor customer service.
Understand the value of first impressions.
Understand positive verbal and non-verbal interaction with customers.
Understand that respect for the individual is at the heart of good customer service.
Understand his/her role in dealing with complaints from customers.

Introduction to Developing Parenting Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the role of a parent in the family unit.
Know the rights of children in a family unit.
Understand the importance of listening to children and giving choices.
Know ‘difficult’ behaviour in children of different ages.
Know techniques for dealing with difficult behaviour.
Understand how children learn through daily family activities.
Understand own needs as a parent.

Introduction to Developing Skills for Caring for your Child

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to provide physical care for children of different ages.
Be able to choose appropriate clothing and footwear for children.
Understand the importance of a child’s daily routine.

Introduction to Food and Nutrition for Children and Young People

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know what constitutes a balanced diet.
Know common food allergies and their effects.
Know food restrictions that affect the diets of religious and cultural groups.

Introduction to Food, Drink and Cooking

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know different kitchen utensils and equipment.
Understand the importance of preparing balanced nutritious meals.
Be able to prepare hot and cold drinks.
Be able to recognise food that does not need to be cooked.
Be able to prepare simple hot and cold snacks.

Introduction to Garden Maintenance Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand tools used in garden maintenance.
Be able to maintain a garden.
Understand the importance of lawn maintenance.
Understand the correct methods of garden waste disposal.

Introduction to Group and Teamwork Communication Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the roles of different group members working together.
Understand how to communicate verbally with group members.
Understand the importance of listening to others within group situations.
Understand the importance of co-operation when working in group situations.
Know how to respond to praise and constructive criticism.
Understand relationships within own team.

Introduction to Handling Stock in a Retail Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to unpack and move stock.
Know how to store stock safely.
Know how to fill up stock on display.

Introduction to keeping the work area clean, tidy and safe in a retail environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to clean work areas
Know how to dispose of waste and rubbish safely
Know how to ask for help in an accident or emergency

Introduction to Looking after Customers in a Retail Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to project positive impression of self/organisation to customers.
Know how to communicate with customers.
Know how to deal with customer enquiries.

Introduction to Making and Using Story Sacks for Family Learning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the purpose and content of story sacks.
Know how to produce a story sack and contents.

Introduction to Preparing, Presenting and Keeping Food for Children and Young People

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to prepare food safely and hygienically, taking account of Health and Safety regulation.
Know how to store food safely and hygienically.
Be able to recognise “use by” dates.
Know how to prepare nutritious food.
Know how to present food in a way that is attractive to children and young people.

Introduction to Propagation of Plants

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise different forms of embryo plants.
Know potential sources of embryo plants.
Know how to plant appropriately.

Introduction to Road Safety

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to cross a road safely.
Be able to walk to a specified destination.

Introduction to Understanding Sex and Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know a range of relationships and family lifestyles.
Understand the qualities which help people form positive consensual relationships.
Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities within a relationship.
Know the law in relation to sex and sexuality.
Know main body parts.
Know contraception methods.
Know about the agencies able to give help, advice and treatment on contraception and sexual health.
Be able to communicate about sex, sexuality and relationships.

Introduction to Using the Internet for Shopping

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use an internet browser and search engine to locate a shopping website.
Know how to use a shopping website to make an online purchase.

Issues of Substance Misuse

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about legal and illegal substances
Know about the impact of the use and mis
use of substances
Know about the help/support available to those who mis
use substances

IT User Fundamentals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to interact with and use IT system to meet needs.
Be able to organise, store and retrieve appropriately.
Understand the need for safety and security practices.
Be able to respond to common IT system problems.

Living in the Community

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what a community is.
Know the location and use of buildings, facilities and services in own local area.
Know how to access community facilities of interest to self.
Understand how an individual can contribute to a community.

Making Choices In Pursuit Of Personal Goals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how own personal attributes have affected current situation to date.
Know about information resources relevant to future opportunities.
Know how to set personal goals.
Understand the practical implications of pursuing personal goals.

Managing Social Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to interact with others in familiar social situations.
Be able to interact with others in familiar social situations.

Motor Vehicle Workshop Tools and Equipment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use motor vehicle hand tools
Be able to use motor vehicle workshop equipment
Know about locking and securing devices used on motor vehicles

Needle/Textile Crafts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about equipment and materials used in needle/textile crafts.
Be able to complete tasks in needle/textile crafts.
Be able to work safely.
Be able to review own needle/textile work.

Participating in a Vocational Taster

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different job roles within a vocational area.
Be able to use relevant skills and knowledge in a vocational context.
Understand Health and Safety requirements relevant to a vocational context.
Know how to comment on strengths and areas for improvement when working in a vocational context.

Personal Budgeting and Managing Money

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what is meant by income and expenditure.
Understand ways to deal with living on a limited budget.
Know how to undertake financial transactions.
Understand key financial information on everyday documents.
Understand what saving means.
Be able to produce a simple budget plan.

Personal Digital Photograph Processing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a software package to process digital photographs

Personal Learning Goals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals.
Know about opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals.
Be able to plan a programme to achieve learning goals.
Know about the learning environment.
Be able to review progress as a learner.
Know how to review the plan to achieve personal goals.

Personal Study Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to take part in an initial screening process.
Be able to complete an assessment process.
Know about own preferred learning style.
Be able to develop an action plan to achieve a personal learning goal.

Physical Performance Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the process of warming up and relaxation.
Be able to use improvisation and role-play techniques.
Be able to create a short performance.
Be able to comment on own work.
Know health and safety requirements to undertake activity.

Plan and Participate in Short Walks

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to plan a short walk.
Be able to participate in short walks.

Planning for Personal Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about his/her strengths and areas for development.
Be able to set personal goals.

Preparation for Production Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about behaviour required in the workplace.
Understand the communication skills required for production processes.
Understand how teamworking skills help in the working environment.
Be able to use simple production equipment and tools.

Preparation for Work Experience

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the structure and purpose of the organisation.
Understand employers’/trainers’ expectations.

Preparing for a Recruitment Interview

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the importance of being prepared for a recruitment interview.
Be able to demonstrate interviewee skills.

Presentation Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to input and combine text and other information within presentation slides.
Know the importance of checking information for copyright.
Be able to use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slides.
Be able to prepare slides for presentation.

Reading Grammar and Punctuation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand instructional texts.
Know when to use punctuation and capitalisation.

Reading Key Personal Words

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to read and understand key specialist words.
Be able to complete a form.

Reception and Filing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to perform reception duties in an office environment.
Be able to carry out filing tasks in an office environment.
Be able to deal with messages in an office environment.

Recognise Trees and Plants and their Importance to Wildlife

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise common trees.
Be able to recognise common plants.
Know the benefits of trees and plants to wildlife.

Recognise Types and Parts of the Body of Small Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise species and parts of the body of small animals.
Know how to maintain health and safety when handling small animals.

Recognising Employment Opportunities

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different types of work
Know about the concept of the labour market

Recognising Own Skills for Personal Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know own strengths and weaknesses.
Be able to recognise own skills and investigate ways of self-improvement.
Be able to describe current life situation and identify relationships.
Be able to make positive decisions.
Be able to set personal objectives and make action plans for self-improvement.

Respecting Children

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know why children need to be respected as individuals.
Know how adults show respect to children.
Be able to recognise how the physical environment respects children as individuals.

100

Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about human rights.
Know about the importance of the law for society.
Know about the electoral process.
Know about rights and responsibilities.

101

Routine Vehicle Checks

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know vehicle systems and components that require routine checks.
Know the information and equipment required for vehicle maintenance checks.
Be able to safely and correctly carry out vehicle checks.

102

Routine Wheel and Tyre Checks

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to work safely.
Know how wheel and tyres are constructed.
Know wheel and tyre terminology.
Be able to safely and correctly remove and refit road wheels.
Be able to check tyre pressure and tread depth.

103

Serving Food and Drink

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to serve food and drink to customers.
Be able to work as part of a food and drink service team.

104

Skills for Employability

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the need for Health and Safety procedures at work.
Be able to participate in a task in a work-simulated environment.
Be able to work as part of a team.
Know social skills needed for work.

105

Skills for Shopping

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to plan a visit to a local shop
Be able to buy items
Know how to conduct self when on a shopping trip

106

Skin Care

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for a skin care treatment.
Be able to provide a skin care treatment.

107

Sowing and Growing Plants

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use indoor sowing techniques.
Be able to use outdoor sowing techniques.
Be able to maintain and transplant seedling plants.
Be able to use the processes of “hardening off” and “planting out”.

108

Speaking To Communicate

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to communicate with others to obtain information.
Be able to present information to others.

109

Spelling and Handwriting Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to write a legible letter.
Know about different strategies for learning to spell.
Be able to spell common words and relevant key words.

110

Spelling in Practice

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify situations where accurate spelling is required.
Be able to locate correct spellings.

111

Spreadsheet Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to enter and edit numerical and other information using spreadsheets.
Be able to use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display spreadsheet information.
Be able to use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information.

112

Take Part in an Activity

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to participate in an activity

113

Taking Part in Sport

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to take part in team sports.
Be able to take part in individual sports
Be able to review own performance.

114

Teamwork Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the different roles and responsibilities within a team.
Know how to contribute to a team discussion.
Know how to participate in a team activity.
Be able to review own contribution to the team.

115

The Internet and World Wide Web

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about Internet connections.
Know about the World Wide Web.
Be able to use e-mail.
Understand other methods of communicating on the Internet.

116

The Local Community

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know that there are a variety of groups of people within the local community.
Know about the importance of active participation in the local community.

117

Understanding Family Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different types and roles within family units.
Understand some of the problems in family life.
Understand own personal responsibilities within the family to other family members.
Be able to recognise the needs of different family members.
Be able to recognise own needs for future development as a member of the family unit.

118

Understanding How and Why to Support Children in Family Learning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of family learning in raising achievement.
Know how to help improve literacy and numeracy skills.
Know that there are different roles and responsibilities within family learning.
Know how to record learning.
Understand that being learners themselves can make a difference to children’s attitudes to lifelong learning.
Understand the value of working with other groups to support family learning.
Be able to review own learning.

119

Understanding Self And Others

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand own needs and wishes in different contexts.
Understand personal health issues.
Be able to interact with others.
Understand personal relationships.

120

Undertaking an Enterprise Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select a product to sell to a particular target market
Be able to select a suitable venue to sell the product
Know how to advertise the sale
Know how to set up a point of sale and sell products
Know about the costs involved in the enterprise project
Know about own involvement with enterprise project

121

Using a Personal Learning Programme

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how previous skills and experience relate to further learning.
Be able to seek advice and guidance for own learning needs.
Understand the purpose and value of discussing own learning programme.
Be able to review progress in the context of personal learning programme.

122

Using Computers for Family Learning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how computers can be used to support family learning
Know how software can be used to support family learning
Know about other equipment that can be used with computers
Know how the Internet can be used as a resource to support family learning

123

Using Email

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use e-mail software tools to send and compose messages.
Be able to manage incoming email.
Be able to respond to common problems when using e-mail.

124

Using Graphics Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a graphics software package.

125

Using Mixed Media in 2D

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use materials, equipment and techniques to produce 2D art
Be able to work with others in a workshop environment safely.
Be able to review own 2D art

126

Using Mobile IT Devices

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to set up a mobile device to meet needs.
Be able to input and store data on a mobile device.
Be able to transfer data between mobile devices.
Be able to maintain the performance of a mobile device.

127

Using Punctuation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use punctuation to aid understanding.

128

Using the Telephone and Photocopier

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to answer telephone calls in an office environment.
Be able to make telephone calls in an office environment.
Be able to use a photocopier in an office environment.

129

Valeting a Car Interior

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select appropriate equipment and tools.
Be able to valet a car interior.

130

Volunteering

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know what voluntary organisations are.
Understand the role of a volunteer in an organisation.
Know how to identify current voluntary positions available.
Know how to identify the steps/processes necessary to become a volunteer
Understand how to apply for a voluntary position.

131

Washing a Car Exterior

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select appropriate equipment to wash a car exterior.
Be able to wash a car exterior.

132

Word Processing Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to input text and edit word processing documents.
Be able to structure information within word processing documents.
Be able to use word processing software tools to format and present documents.

133

Work Experience

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the organisation where work experience will take place
Know about own role within organisation during a work experience placement
Be able to maintain acceptable conventions in the workplace during a work experience placement
Be able to comply with safe working practices in the work environment during a work experience placement
Be able to carry out tasks as requested during a work experience placement

134

Writing Composition Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to write to present information with purpose.
Be able to plan writing.
Be able to revise writing.

135

Young People, Law and Order

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand why young people become involved in crime.
Understand the consequences of crime on different people.
Know about the justice system for young offenders.
Know about custodial and alternative forms of sentences.
Know about the role of local agencies.

Regulatory & Verification Details

Qualification Number (QN): 600/8492/3
Regulated Status: Available to learners
Awarding Body: Ascentis
Qualification Type: Other Life Skills Qualification
Operational Start: Mar 2013