Ascentis

Entry Level

QN: 600/8498/4

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Ascentis Entry Level Certificate in Skills Towards Enabling Progression (Step Up) (Entry 3)

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Ascentis. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 7180 hours.

Qualification Level

Entry Level

Awarding Body

Ascentis

Syllabus Units

315 Units

Guided Hours

7180 hrs

Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

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.

Active Citizenship in the Local Community

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the social diversity of citizens in the local community.
Understand the importance of active participation in the local community.

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.

Alcohol Awareness for the Individual

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about unit strengths and safe limits of alcohol.
Know the possible causes of alcohol mis
use and its effects.
Understand the effects that alcohol mis
use can have on others.
Understand the health issues associated with alcohol mis
Understand the effects of withdrawing from alcohol.
Know some of the agencies offering help and information about alcohol mis

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.

Approaches to Learning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand that people learn differently.
Understand own learning preferences.
Understand how learning styles affect approaches to learning and study.
Be able to reflect on own approaches to learning.

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.

Assemble Units for Interiors

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to interpret information.
Know how to prepare and assemble components to specification.
Know how to finish and check the assembly.
Understand the ways of working that ensure their own and other’s safety.

Assertive Living

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different types of behaviour.
Know about self-esteem and how it can be enhanced.
Know about stress and strategies for reducing it.
Understand the need for time management and be able to implement it.
Understand personal strengths and interests.

Assist with Animal Accommodation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assist with cleaning animal accommodation.
Be able to assist with maintaining animal accommodation.

Assist with Catching and Restraining a Small Animal

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to catch and restrain a small animal.

Assist with Feedstuffs for Small Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assist with receiving and storing animal feed.
Be able to assist with preparing feed for animals.

Assist with Maintaining the Health and Wellbeing of Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assess the physical state of an animal
Be able to administer preventative care to animals
Be able to deal with different animal emergency situations

Assist with the Care of Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assist with monitoring and caring for the health and well-being of animals.
Be able to assist with providing food and water for animals.

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 Food Preparation and Cooking

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the principal methods of cooking.
Be able to prepare, cook and present simple dishes.

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

Building a Personal Career Portfolio

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities.
Know how different types of information can be used to evidence own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities.
Be able to build a portfolio of personal achievements and qualities.
Be able to produce a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Be able to identify personal goals.
Understand the value of a portfolio in personal, educational and career development.

Business Communication

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the benefits of effective communication in a business environment.
Know about forms of communication.
Know about communication in teams.

Career Preparation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

Caring for Young Children

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to wash/bathe babies and children.
Know the correct procedures when feeding young children.
Know how to dress children appropriately.
Know how to respond to a baby/child’s need for sleep and rest.

Caring for Your Baby

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify the needs of a baby.
Know the need for developmental and health checks.
Be able to identify why immunisation is necessary.

Carpentry Hand Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about hand tools used in carpentry.
Be able to use face and edge marks.
Be able to saw to a line.
Be able to plane timber.
Be able to use a chisel.

Carry Out a Systematic Cycle Check

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for carrying out a systematic cycle check and basic adjustments.
Be able to carry out a systematic cycle check and basic adjustments.
Be able to tidy up area after work.

Carrying Out an Independent Research Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about research methods., Be able carry out a practical research project.
Be able to report back on project findings.

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 a Car’s Tyre Pressure and Tread

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use relevant tools and equipment.
Know how to maintain road wheels and tyres on a motor vehicle.

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

Clean and Prepare a Cycle for Use

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for cycle cleaning and preparation.
Be able to clean and prepare a cycle for use.
Be able to tidy up area after work.

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.

Communication in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the lines of communication within own organisation
Understand the need to communicate effectively with others in the workplace
Know how to communicate with others about tasks in the workplace
Know how conflict is dealt with in own organisation

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.

Constructing a Cavity Wall Using Bricklaying Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for constructing a cavity wall.
Be able to demonstrate skills and techniques used in constructing a cavity wall.
Be able to construct a cavity wall.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

Constructing a Half Brick Wall Using Bricklaying Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for constructing a half brick wall.
Be able to demonstrate skills and techniques used in constructing half brick wide walls.
Be able to construct a half brick wall.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

Constructing a One Brick Wide Wall Using Bricklaying Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for constructing a one brick wide wall.
Be able to demonstrate skills and techniques used in constructing one brick wide walls.
Be able to construct a one brick wide wall.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

Creative Writing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the differences between fiction and non-fiction.
Be able to use personal experience as a source for creative writing.
Be able to use a range of stimuli as a basis for creative writing.
Know about drafting and re-drafting in creative writing.
Know about the importance of choosing an intended audience.
Be able to reflect on own work.

Cultivating Compost And Soils

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for composting and cultivation tasks.
Be able to make and use compost in horticulture.
Understand how to cultivate different soils.
Know pH levels and effects on plant life.
Be able to tidy the work area.

Cultivating Herbs

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the use of herbs.
Understand the factors in selecting herbs for a particular site.
Be able to cultivate herbs.

Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

CV Writing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the purpose of a CV.
Know how to complete a CV in an appropriate format.

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.

Decorative Paint Effects for Interior Walls

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to work with decorative paints and glazes safely.
Be able to prepare work area for tasks.
Be able to produce decorative effects.
Be able to store materials. tools and equipment.
Be able to re-instate the work area.

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.

Design Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to obtain, insert and combine information for designs.
Be able to use design software tools to create, manipulate and edit designs.

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 Angling Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the different branches of angling.
Know about the regulations relating to angling.
Know about Health and Safety requirements when angling.
Be able to use angling equipment in a specific branch of angling.
Know how to select and use appropriate bait.

Developing Confidence and Self-Esteem

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the impact of confidence.
Know what is meant by self-esteem.
Understand ways of building confidence and self-esteem.

Developing Confidence Working With Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to follow the health and safety rules.
Understand the natural behaviour and original habitat of a range of domesticated animals and the implications of this for their care.
Be able to recognise a range of behaviours in both animals and humans and understand why they show these behaviours.
Know how to look after a range of animals with reference to feelings and physical needs.

Developing Customer Service Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the benefits to the organisation of good customer service.(1.1.5; 1.1.6)
Understand the possible consequences of poor customer service.(1.1.5; 1.1.4)
Understand the value of first impressions.(4.1.1)
Understand positive verbal and non-verbal interaction with customers.(3.1.1; 3.1.6; 3.1.7)(SLlr/L1, SLc/L1, SLd/L1)
Understand that respect for the individual is at the heart of good customer service.(2.1.4; 5.2.2)
Understand his/her role in dealing with complaints from customers.(6.1.1; 6.1.2)

Developing Personal Confidence and Self Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand reasons for feeling confident and lacking confidence.
Understand effective participation in social situations.
Understand ways to manage stress.
Be able to set goals for own development.

Developing Plumbing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the hand tools used in basic plumbing processes.
Know the materials and components used in basic plumbing processes.
Know the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used in basic plumbing processes.
Be able to apply safe working practices to perform plumbing operations.
Be able to work responsibly with others.
Be able to seek and respond to guidance when working as part of a team.

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.
Know how to listen to children.
Understand the importance of acknowledging children’s feelings and needs.
Know to ask appropriate questions when listening to children.
Understand the intention of listening.

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.

Developing Skills in Garden Horticulture

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify garden / allotment produce.
Know how to control weeds.
Be able to propagate plants.
Be able to grow and care for plants grown from seed.

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.

Employment Rights, Contracts and Pay

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about employment legislation.
Know about statutory and contractual employment rights.
Know about a contract of employment.
Know about the implications of breach of contract.
Know about the key information on a payslip.

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.

Equality and Diversity

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the term ‘equality’.
Understand the term ‘diversity’.
Understand the importance of equality and diversity.
Understand equality and diversity legislation.

Family Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the different types and roles within family units.
Understand some of the causes and effects of problems in the family life.
Understand their personal responsibilities within the family to family members.
Be able to recognise that family members have changing needs.
Be able to develop their own strategies for future direction and personal development as a member of the family unit.

Fitting Units for Interiors

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to fix and fit furniture components in location
Know how to check the final fitting of an interior

Fix and Fit Work Surfaces

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to interpret information.
Know how to check the work area is ready for positioning the work surface/s.
Know how to secure work surface/s in position.
Understand the ways of working that ensure their own and other’s safety.

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.

Food Service

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know different types of food service.
Be able to serve food.
Be able to work in a food service area.

Further Education Enrichment Activity

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan and prepare for a Further Education enrichment activity.
Be able to review and reflect on own Further Education enrichment activity experience.

Garment Construction Skills: Making a Simple Top

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different styles of tops.
Know about sewing skills required to make tops.
Be able to select different fabrics to construct a top.
Be able to use a pattern for a top.
Be able to fit and sew a simple top.
Be able to review an end product.

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

Group and Teamwork Communication Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand methods of group and team communication.
Understand how to use communication to maintain good working relationships with group and team members.
Understand roles within the team.
Be able to complete a task as part of a team.
Be able to review a task as part of a team.

Hair Plaiting

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for basic hair plaiting service.
Be able to carry out basic hair plaiting techniques.

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.

Health and Hygiene in the Home

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to maintain a clean and hygienic home.
Know how to care for clothing.
Understand the need for basic personal hygiene.
Know how to maintain a healthy body.
Understand the importance of regular eye tests.

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 a Practical Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the Health and Safety requirements relevant to their work environment.
Be able to recognise risks in their work environment.

Health and Safety in Construction

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about accidents in construction.
Know about minimising hazards and risks in construction.
Know about safety equipment in construction.
Know about health and safety legislation.

Healthy Living

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about personal fitness
Know about healthy eating
Know about personal hygiene and grooming
Know about sex education and contraception
Be able to take responsibility for own health and lifestyle

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

How the Body Works

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the functions of the skeletal and muscular systems.
Know the functions of the cardio-respiratory systems.
Know the requirements of a healthy diet.

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:

Know the location of major engine and chassis components.
Know the major internal engine components.
Know the major cooling system components.

Imaging Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to obtain, insert and combine information for images.
Be able to use imaging software tools to create, manipulate and edit images.

100

Improving Assertiveness and Decision Making

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.
Be able to negotiate to achieve a desired outcome.
Understand the benefits of assertiveness.

101

Improving Own Confidence

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about confidence.
Understand how communication skills can contribute to improving confidence.
Know about decision-making and associated emotions and feelings.
Know how having goals/goals targets can increase confidence.

102

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.

103

Improving own learning and performance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different ways of learning.
Know how to set realistic learning targets.
Know how to review own performance in meeting learning targets.

104

Independent Shopping for Household Items

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise the functions of different types of shops
Be able to identify items needed to furnish a home
Be able to use a budget for shopping
Know how to behave appropriately in shops

105

Independent Skills for Living in the Community

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what a community is.
Know the use of buildings and facilities in own local area.
Be able to apply independent skills in own community.
Know the facilities and services available to the community.
Understand own responsibilities as part of a community.

106

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.

107

Induction to Study

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know facilities in own learning environment
Know about Health and Safety Procedures
Be able to use the library (learning resource centre)
Know about personal study planning
Know about working in groups in a learning situation

108

Industrial Fabric Printing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the main features of fabric screen-printing equipment.
Know the main elements of fabric screen-printing procedures.
Be able to use the fabric printing machine and recognise errors.
Know the essential safety features of the working methods for fabric screen-printing.

109

Interpersonal Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know own personal skills.
Understand the need for time management.
Know about stress in self and others.
Know about different types of criticism.
Be able to identify confident behaviour in self and others.
Know about body language.
Know the difference between aggressive, passive and assertive behaviour.

110

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.

111

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.

112

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.

113

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

114

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.

115

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.

116

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.

117

Introduction to Drug Awareness for the Individual

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the differences between types of drugs, including their legal status.
Know causes of drug mis
Be able to recognise physical and psychological effects of drug mis
Be able to identify the impact that drug mis
use may have on others.
Be able to identify health issues associated with drug mis
Know effects of withdrawing from drugs.
Be able to identify agencies offering help and information on drug mis

118

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.

119

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.

120

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.

121

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.

122

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

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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

123

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.

124

Introduction to Making and Using Story Sacks for Family Learning

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Key Learning Objectives:

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

125

Introduction to Plastering Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know a range of tools and equipment used in plastering
Know a range of materials used in plastering
Know the range of backgrounds that commonly receive plaster
Be able to prepare a surface for plastering
Understand floating techniques
Be able to apply plaster to a surface

126

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

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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.

127

Introduction to Propagation of Plants

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Key Learning Objectives:

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

128

Introduction to Road Safety

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Key Learning Objectives:

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

129

Introduction to the Hospitality Industry

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know the structure of the hospitality industry.
Know the career opportunities in the hospitality industry.

130

Introduction to Understanding Sex and Relationships

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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.

131

Introduction to Using the Internet for Shopping

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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.

132

Issues of Substance Misuse

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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

133

IT Communication Fundamentals

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a variety of sources of information to meet requirements.
Be able to access, search for
select and use Internet-based information and assess its fitness for purpose.
Be able to select and use IT to communicate and exchange information.

134

IT Software Fundamentals

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select and use software applications to meet requirements.
Be able to enter
develop and format different types of information to suit its meaning and purpose.
Be able to present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience.
Be able to review work and IT tools selected.

135

IT User Fundamentals

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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.

136

Job Seeking Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know what is involved in job seeking.
Be able to match personal skills and abilities with different jobs.
Know about applying for a job.
Know about interview skills and procedures.

137

Living in the Community

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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.

138

Maintaining a Wheeled Vehicle for Personal Use

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about vehicle care and maintenance
Be able to carry out vehicle care and maintenance checks
Know how to obtain specialist advice when appropriate
Know the main controls of a vehicle

139

Making Choices in Pursuit of Personal Goals

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand self in current situation.
Be able to make use of information resources to identify a range of opportunities.
Be able to set personal goals.
Understand the practical implications of pursuing personal goals.
Be able to make plans to achieve personal goals.

140

Managing Own Relationship with Others

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the difference between positional power and personal power.
Know about behaviour in power relationships.
Understand the benefits and difficulties of giving and receiving support.
Know the key behaviours that contribute to good team
Be able to use listening skills in a conflict situation.
Understand how conflicts can develop.
Understand the concept of impartiality.

141

Managing Social Relationships

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Key Learning Objectives:

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

142

Managing Your Own Learning

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know own learning goals.
Understand opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals.
Be able to plan a programme to achieve learning goals.
Understand the learning environment.
Be able to follow the learning programme and review progress.
Be able to review the learning programme.

143

Measures and Shape

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand times written in different formats.
Be able to calculate using time.
Be able to read temperatures.
Understand metric units of measurement.
Be able to use instruments for measurement.
Be able to read scales.
Be able to recognise common 2D representations of 3D objects.
Be able to find the perimeters of shapes.
Be able to find the areas of rectangles.

144

Motor Vehicle Workshop Tools and Equipment

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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

145

Multimedia Software Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet identified needs
Be able to obtain and manipulate content to build multimedia outcomes
Be able to use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content to meet requirements
Be able to present multimedia outcomes

146

Needle/Textile Crafts

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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.

147

Organic Horticulture

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the difference between organic and conventional growing systems.
Understand organic soil management techniques.
Be able to use organic crop protection techniques.

148

Participating in a Vocational Taster

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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.

149

Participating in Leisure Activities

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand local leisure activities and how to access them.
Be able to participate in local leisure activities.
Know key benefits of participating in leisure activities.
Know how to maintain health and safety when participating in leisure activities.

150

Personal and Interpersonal Conflict

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the different conflicts that may occur frequently
Know about the possible negative and positive outcomes of conflict
Know about the causes of conflict
Understand the emotions and physical responses experienced during a conflict
Be able to recognise the types of behaviours that may affect a conflict

151

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.

152

Personal Budgeting and Money Management

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what is meant by income and expenditure.
Know own income and expenditure.
Know the difficulties of coping on a limited budget.
Understand the advantages of effective shopping.
Know how to complete cheques and money orders.
Be able to check statements, receipts and payslips.
Understand ‘interest’ on saving schemes.
Know own requirements for budgeting and planning.

153

Personal Career Planning

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand own strengths, qualities, skills and abilities.
Understand sources of information, advice and guidance for career planning.
Understand how own abilities relate to a potential learning progression and career opportunity.
Know how to plan for transition to the next stage of education, training or work.

154

Personal Career Preparation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand own strengths, qualities, skills, abilities and how they are transferable.
Know about sources of information. advice and guidance in relation to career planning.

155

Personal Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about some of the skills used in daily life.
Know about problem solving.
Understand how to set goals.
Know about support networks.
Know about communicating with others.
Understand how key factors contribute to personal development.

156

Personal Development Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know own strengths and weaknesses.
Know own skills and investigate ways of self-improvement.
Understand their current life situation and relationships.
Be able to set personal objectives and make action plans for self-improvement.

157

Personal Digital Photograph Processing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a software package to process digital photographs

158

Personal Learning Goals

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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.

159

Personal Learning Programme

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how previous skills and experience contribute to future learning.
Be able to seek advice and guidance for own learning needs.
Understand the purpose and value of negotiating own learning programme.
Be able to review the learning programme in the context of own needs and development.

160

Personal Learning Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know facts about the brain.
Understand how learning takes place.
Understand own learning profile.
Be able to make plans to use learning skills.

161

Personal Money Management

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to manage a personal budget.
Understand how to find out about benefit entitlement.
Understand how to read a range of bills.
Understand the different ways to pay bills.
Understand how to use a bank account.

162

Personal Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand personal relationships.
Be able to represent own needs and wishes in a range of different contexts.
Be able to interact with others in an appropriate manner.

163

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.

164

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.

165

Plan and Participate in Short Walks

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

166

Planning a Move into a New Home

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the main costs involved in running a home.
Know how to compare fuel prices in order to get the best deal.
Understand the costs involved in furnishing a new home.
Know how to communicate a change of address.
Know how to organise transport of possessions to a new home.

167

Planning a Trip to a Visitor Attraction

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to choose an attraction for a given visitor.
Be able to plan an itinerary for a day trip to an attraction.
Be able to present an itinerary.

168

Planning for Personal Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

169

Planning own Fitness Programme

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the components of physical fitness.
Be able to assess own fitness level.
Be able to plan and use own fitness programme.
Know how to overcome barriers that may affect achievement of fitness goals.
Be able to review own fitness programme.

170

Planting in a Container

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to produce a simple design for planting a decorative container.
Be able to prepare for planting a decorative container.
Know how to plant and maintain a decorative container.

171

Plastering Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for plastering.
Know skills and techniques used in plastering.
Be able to plaster.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

172

Prejudice and Discrimination

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know the meaning of the terms ‘prejudice’ and ‘discrimination’
Be able to demonstrate an awareness of stereotypical attitudes
Know the consequences of prejudice and discrimination
Know the importance of Equal Opportunities Policies

173

Preparation for Production Skills

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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.

174

Preparation for Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to explore possible career options.
Understand employers/trainers’ needs and expectations.
Be able to complete a job/training application form and CV.
Understand how careers services and other agencies can assist in providing advice and information.
Understand how to conduct oneself at interview.
Know how to identify job/training opportunities in a local area.
Be able to prepare a simple realistic career action plan for future job/training.
Understand the purpose of records of achievement/progress files.

175

Preparation for Work Experience

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

176

Prepare for Interview

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the purpose of an interview.
Understand how to prepare for an interview.

177

Preparing and Serving Drinks

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare and serve different drinks.
Be able to work in a drinks service area.

178

Preparing Ceilings and Walls for Decoration

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to remove a decorative covering from a ceiling/wall area.
Prepare the ceiling/wall for decoration.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

179

Preparing for a Recruitment Interview

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to be prepared for a recruitment interview.
Know about recruitment interview questions and responses.
Be able to review own performance in an interview.

180

Preparing for Interviews

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to prepare for an interview.
Know how to listen effectively in an interview.
Know how to respond appropriately to questioning in an interview.
Know how to ask relevant questions in an interview.

181

Preparing for Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify career or job options.
Understand the requirements for a work or training opportunity.
Be able to complete applications for work or training.
Be able to present themselves at an interview.
Be able to plan for future work or training.

182

Preparing to be a good tenant and neighbour

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the rights and responsibilities of a tenant.
Understand how to be a good tenant and neighbour.
Understand how to make a positive contribution to a neighbourhood.

183

Presentation Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the use of presentations.
Understand the main steps in the planning and preparation of a presentation.
Be able to deliver a presentation.
Know how to review own performance.

184

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.

185

Principles of the Care of Animals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to promote and maintain the well-being of animals.
Know how to monitor the health of animals.
Know how to provide food and water to animals.

186

Problem Solving in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know problems that can occur in the workplace.
Know ways to solve problems in the workplace.
Know ways to work collaboratively in problem solving.
Be able to reflect on the effectiveness of the solution to the problem.

187

Punctuation and Grammar Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use punctuation to aid understanding.
Be able to use grammar to aid understanding.

188

Reading Grammar and Punctuation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

189

Reading Key Personal Words

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

190

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.

191

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.

192

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.

193

Recognising Employment Opportunities

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

194

Recognising Issues of Substance Misuse

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different forms of mis
use of legal and illegal substances.
Understand the impact of the use and mis
use of substances.
Know some sources of available support relating to mis

195

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.

196

Repair a Cycle Puncture

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare to repair a cycle puncture.
Be able to repair a cycle puncture.
Be able to tidy up area after work.

197

Research Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the objectives of a research project.
Be able to identify and use secondary data for research.
Be able to identify and use primary data for research.
Be able to generate primary data.
Be able to produce a research report.
Be able to present research.

198

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.

199

Responsible Road Vehicle Ownership and Use

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the social, personal and environmental impact of vehicle use.
Know the personal responsibilities that vehicle use has on the individual.
Know the legal requirements for the road use of vehicles.
Understand the principles of road safety.
Understand considerate driving or riding practice.

200

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.

201

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.

202

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.

203

Salon Reception Duties

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to carry out salon reception duties effectively.
Be able to carry out salon reception duties.
Know how to record salon appointments.

204

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.

205

Sex and Relationships

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different relationship types.
Understand how cultural and individual differences may affect relationships.
Understand qualities and attributes that may help individuals form positive relationships.
Understand rights and responsibilities in the context of relationships.
Know the law in relation to sex and sexuality.
Understand how the human body works in relation to sex and sexuality.
Understand contraception in terms of protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
Be able to apply a condom correctly.
Know agencies which provide contraception and sexual health advice and treatment.
Be able to communicate about sex, sexuality and relationships.

206

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.

207

Skills for Independent Life

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what is meant by independent living.
Be able to record positive and negative aspects of own experience of the transition to independence.
Understand the responsibilities for both tenant and landlord incorporated in a tenancy agreement.
Know the skills needed for successful independent living.
Know about skills for coping in difficult situations.

208

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

209

Skills Used in Reading for Meaning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand written words.
Be able to use imagery to aid understanding.
Be able to identify the purpose of texts from their format.
Be able to read for meaning.
Be able to find information for a specific purpose.

210

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”.

211

Sowing and Growing Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to propagate seeds indoors.
Be able to propagate seeds outdoors.
Know how to care for growing seedlings.
Be able to transplant germinated seeds.

212

Speaking and Listening Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to communicate with others.
Be able to present information effectively to others.
Be able to obtain information from others
Be able to engage in discussion.

213

Speaking To Communicate

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

214

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.

215

Spelling in Practice

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

216

Spelling Rules and Strategies in Practical Use

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the language of spelling.
Be able to match sounds to written symbols.
Be able to use methods to learn how to spell words.
Understand the importance of developing memory skills in learning spellings.

217

Spelling Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to locate correct spellings.
Understand own spelling strengths and weaknesses.
Be able to maintain a personal spelling programme.

218

Spreadsheet Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data.
Be able to use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display spreadsheet information.
Be able to select and use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information.

219

Take Part in an Activity

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan an activity.
Be able to participate in an activity.
Know how to review an activity.

220

Take part in Exercise and Fitness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different exercise and fitness facilities.
Know how to take part in exercise and fitness safely.
Be able to use skills in exercise and fitness activities.
Be able to review own performance.

221

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.

222

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.

223

Technical Skills for Performance in the Arts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the relevant health and safety measures required for performance in the arts.
Be able to contribute to the process of creating a performance (drama, music, dance).
Be able to use technical skills required for performance during rehearsal.
Be able to contribute to performance.
Be able to reflect on performance.

224

The Angling Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know reasons why people go fishing.
Know how to respect the environment when angling.
Know about the influence of the water cycle and weather on angling.
Know about the anatomy of fish.
Know about the habitat and food source of different species of fish.

225

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.

226

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.

227

The Physical and Psychological Needs of Children

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the physical and psychological needs of children
Know the importance of exercise and rest in children’s healthy development
Know how to provide physical care for children of different ages

228

Time Management

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how time is spent
Know about time management skills
Know how to use time management as a way of reducing stress

229

Tools and Equipment for Garment Making

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tools and small equipment used for garment making.
Be able to use domestic sewing machines.
Know about domestic sewing machine maintenance.

230

Tools, Equipment and Materials for Vehicle Maintenance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to work safely.
Be able to use and maintain hand tools for vehicle maintenance.
Be able to use workshop equipment for vehicle maintenance.
Be able to use materials when carrying out vehicle maintenance.

231

Transforming Own Behaviour in Conflict

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the kinds of behaviours that can hinder a trusting and supportive atmosphere.
Understand the concept of being labelled and how it may impact behaviour.
Understand the concept of habitual behaviours.
Understand the costs and gains of habitual behaviours.
Understand how past events may influence the development of habitual behaviours.
Understand the concept of core beliefs about oneself and the impact on behaviour.
Understand the concept of choice over habitual behaviours.

232

Understand how to apply for housing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the types of housing available.
Know how to complete a housing application form.
Know how to select a suitable property.
Understand the different types of tenancy agreements.

233

Understand how to look after a new home

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to deal with health and safety issues in the home.
Understand how to secure a new home.
Know how to clean different areas of a new home.
Know how to maintain a garden area.
Know how to maintain the decoration of a new home.

234

Understand how to look after personal health and hygiene

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of personal hygiene.
Understand the importance of caring for clothes and other laundry.
Understand the importance of a balanced diet to a healthy lifestyle.
Understand the importance of exercise to a healthy lifestyle.

235

Understanding and Using Shapes

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the properties of 2D shapes.(MSS2/L1.1)
Use the properties of 2D shapes to solve practical problems.(MSS2/L1.1, 1.2)
Understand and find the perimeters of simple shapes.(MSS1/L1.8)
Understand area and find areas of rectangles.(MSS1/L1.9)
Understand volume and find simple volumes such as of cuboids.(MSS1/L1.10)

236

Understanding Customer Service

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the benefits to an 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 own role in dealing with complaints from customers.

237

Understanding Diversity Within Society

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what is meant by 'diversity in society'.
Know about diverse social groups and their practices.
Be able to identify similarities between diverse groups.
Understand the importance of respecting diversity in a tolerant society.
Be able to recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society.

238

Understanding Ecology and Conservation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the impact of plant and animal interaction on the environment.
Understand plant structures and their purpose(s).
Understand the basic principles of species evolution.
Understand eco-system development.
Understand an environmental issue.
Understand the need for plant and animal conservation.

239

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.

240

Understanding financial products and services

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the different ways to borrow money.
Understand the types of financial and insurance products that are available.
Know about different methods of saving.
Understand how to deal with debt.

241

Understanding HE: Raising Aspirations

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan and prepare for a particular HE enrichment activity.
Be able to review and reflect on own HE enrichment activity experience.

242

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.

243

Understanding Motivation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the meaning of motivation.
Understand the effects of lack of motivation.
Understand own levels of motivation.

244

Understanding Nutrition, Performance and Healthy Eating

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different food groups.
Understand the relationship between food and health.
Understand the basic principles of weight control.
Understand why a balanced diet is required to maximise performance.
Understand how to promote healthy eating.

245

Understanding Own Response to Body Image

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how images of young women and men are portrayed through daily media.
Understand how influences of media influence 'self'.
Understand how images of men and women have been portrayed through history.
Understand how images of men and women are portrayed through different cultures.

246

Understanding Pay and Payslips

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different methods by which employees can be paid.
Understand main items on payslips.
Understand the importance of keeping a record of earnings.

247

Understanding Personal Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand personal awareness.
Understand key aspects of own personality.
Know how to recognise own skills, knowledge and achievements.
Know how to recognise own feelings.

248

Understanding Play

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the role of play in a child's development.
Understand the purpose of play activities for children at different levels of development.
Understand the purpose of a play activity plan.
Know how stereotyping can affect children's participation in activities.

249

Understanding Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about human rights.
Know about the law in society.
Know about the democratic and electoral process.
Know about rights and responsibilities.

250

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.

251

Understanding Stress and Stress Management Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the symptoms of stress.
Know the possible causes of stress.
Understand the benefits of using relaxation as a strategy.
Understand coping strategies.
Be able to practice a number of relaxation techniques.

252

Understanding The Importance Of A Balanced Diet And Regular Exercise

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of a balanced diet to a healthy lifestyle.
Understand the importance of regular exercise to a healthy lifestyle.

253

Understanding the Principles of Care, Organisational Policies and the Role of the Care Worker

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the values that underpin the role of the care worker and the organisation in which s/he works.
Understand the responsibilities and boundaries of the care worker role.
Understand the importance of effective communication in the care worker role.
Understand the need for confidentiality and ways of maintaining confidentiality in the care worker role.
Know basic organisational policies and procedures and how they should be applied.
Understand the role of the care worker and the importance of the support and supervisory process.

254

Understanding Time Management in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand time management.
Know the factors that affect time management.
Know how to manage time effectively through delegation.

255

Understanding Welfare at Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the health and safety requirements of own workplace surroundings.2.
Understand the main elements of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).3.
Know how to prevent common accidents at work.4.
Be able to respond to first aid incidents.5.
Be able to recognise cardiac arrest.6.
Be able to demonstrate resuscitation techniques and the recovery position.

256

Understanding what Volunteering is About

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand that there is a range of volunteering opportunities.
Understand the benefits of volunteering.
Understand that volunteers have rights and responsibilities.

257

Understanding Work-Based Placements

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan for a work-based placement.
Be able to review own experience of a work-based placement.

258

Understanding 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 support available.

259

Understanding Your Pay

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how wages are calculated.
Understand the key components of a wage slip.
Understand wage deductions.
Understand the language used to describe wages and deductions.

260

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

261

Use and Maintain Woodworking Tools

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use tools safely.
Be able to identify and use manual tools.
Be able to maintain and store manual tools.
Be able to identify and use electrical tools.
Be able to maintain and store electrical tools.

262

Use of Tools and Equipment for Bricklaying

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know commonly used materials in bricklaying.
Be able to stack and store materials.
Be able to use access equipment.
Know tools used in bricklaying.
Be able to use a brick trowel.
Be able to re-point an area of brick
Be able to measure, cut and level bricks.

263

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.

264

Using an Ordnance Survey Map

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the features of an Ordnance Survey map.
Be able to use the grid referencing system on an Ordnance Survey map to find a location.
Be able to use an Ordnance Survey map for navigation.

265

Using Commercial Garment Patterns

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to choose commercially available patterns.
Know how to prepare patterns for use.
Be able to use the information contained in a pattern.
Be able to transfer pattern information onto a garment.

266

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

267

Using Cooking Skills In The Domestic Kitchen

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to plan and cost nutritionally balanced meals.
Be able to use fresh ingredients and convenience foods.
Be able to use and maintain a range of domestic kitchen equipment.
Be able to use a variety of food preparation methods.
Understand the importance of health and safety in a domestic kitchen.

268

Using Craft Activities with Children and Young People

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the uses of craft activities.
Know appropriate craft techniques.
Be able to recognise the safety factors in craft activities.
Be able to plan a craft activity.
Be able to carry out a craft activity

269

Using Craft Skills with Natural Materials

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to carry out craft tasks safely.
Be able to plan and implement a craft project using natural materials.
Know how to develop work in craft using natural materials.

270

Using Email

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use e-mail software tools and techniques to compose and send messages.
Be able to manage incoming email effectively.

271

Using Floor and Wall Tiling Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the main tools and materials used in floor and wall tiling.
Be able to prepare for floor and wall tiling.
Be able to use tools, materials and techniques in floor and wall tiling.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

272

Using Graphics Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a graphics software package.

273

Using kitchen equipment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different types of kitchen equipment
Be able to select and use kitchen equipment

274

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

275

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.

276

Using Painting Skills for Interior Ceilings and Walls

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for painting.
Be able to use tools, materials and techniques for painting.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

277

Using Plastering Skills – Floating Coat to an Attached Pier

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for applying a floating coat to an attached pier.
Be able to apply a floating coat to an attached pier according to requirements.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

278

Using Plastering Skills – Plastering to a Window Reveal

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for plastering to a window reveal.
Be able to plaster to a window reveal according to requirements.
Be able to leave work area clean and tidy.

279

Using Punctuation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use punctuation to aid understanding.

280

Using the Internet

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to connect to the internet.
Be able to use browser software to navigate web pages.
Be able to use browser tools to search for information from the internet.
Be able to use browser software to communicate information online.
Know safety and security practices when working online.

281

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.

282

Valeting a Car Interior

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

283

Video Software Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use video hardware and software to capture sequences
Be able to use video software tools to combine and edit sequence
Be able to play and present videos

284

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.

285

Wallpapering Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select equipment and materials for wallpapering.
Be able to plan and prepare for the wallpapering task.
Be able to wallpaper.
Be able to maintain tools and the working area.

286

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.

287

Word Processing Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to enter, edit and combine text and other information within 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.

288

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

289

Work Placement

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the benefits a work placement can provide.
Understand the structure and purpose of a work placement organisation.
Understand own role within a work placement organisation.
Be able to carry out own role within a work placement organisation.
Be able to comply with safe working practices within a work placement.

290

Work, Review and Plan

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the need for goal setting in relation to learning objectives.
Be able to create simple action plans.
Be able to review own progress.
Understand the need for self-evaluation and summative review.

291

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.

292

Writing for Meaning Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use writing to communicate clearly and effectively.
Be able to use different writing formats.
Understand the need to plan written work.
Be able to revise written work.
Be able to present writing appropriately.

293

Young Parenthood

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the role of a young parent.
Understand the limitations and opportunities that young parenthood presents.
Know how to make an action plan for being a young parent.

294

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): 600/8498/4
Regulated Status: Available to learners
Awarding Body: Ascentis
Qualification Type: Other Life Skills Qualification
Operational Start: Mar 2013