City & Guilds
Entry Level
QN: 601/3714/9
Curriculum Active
City & Guilds Entry Level Diploma in Skills for Working Life (Entry 2)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3551 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Syllabus Units
197 Units
Guided Hours
3551 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Apply finishing material to wood-based surfaces
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to apply finishing material to wood-based surfaces
2
Applying for a job
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know different methods of applying for jobs
- be able to apply for a job
3
Assist in catching poultry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to catch and crate birds with assistance
4
Assist with catching and restraining a small animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to catch and restrain a small animal
5
Assist with cleaning housing for small animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clean and disinfect small animal accommodation
6
Basic cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to cook basic food items and dishes
7
Basic food preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to prepare food for cold presentation or cooking
8
Bed down farm animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know that clean bedding needs to be provided for farm animals
9
Behaviour at work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know about appropriate behaviour for the workplace
- be able to demonstrate appropriate behaviours for work
10
Bend metal to shape
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to bend metal to shape
11
Build a straight section of wall
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to build a straight section of wall
12
Candidate project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan a project (an activity or piece of research)
- Carry out a project
- Review the project
13
Cast a pot
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare slip and cast a pot in a mould
14
Catch and lead a horse
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to catch and lead a horse
15
Characteristics and breeds of poultry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise breeds and characteristics of poultry
16
Check and maintain levels of fluids in a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check and maintain the levels of fluids in a motor car or van
- Know why fluid levels require checking and maintaining
17
Check and maintain lights on a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check and maintain lights on a motor car or van
18
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 a small animal
19
Check that poultry are healthy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check poultry for health
- Know why poultry need to be checked for health
20
Clean farm animal housing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clean out farm animal pen/housing and bed down
- Know why farm animal housing needs cleaning
21
Clean horse tack
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Clean a saddle and bridle
- Know why tack needs to be cleaned
22
Clean poultry accommodation by hand
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clean poultry accommodation by hand
- Know why poultry accommodation is cleaned
23
Clean the inside of a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clean the inside of a motor vehicle
24
Collect and sort poultry eggs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to collect and sort eggs
25
Collect kerbside waste materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to collect kerbside waste materials
26
Condition floristry plant material
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to condition plant material
27
Conduct at work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about appropriate conduct for the workplace
- Be able to demonstrate good conduct
- Be able to carry out a review of own conduct
28
Construct a composter
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to construct a composter
29
Control weeds in a planted area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to control weeds in a planted area
30
Create a textured finish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to mix materials to create a textured finish
31
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
32
Cut building materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to cut building materials using different cutting tools
33
Decorate greenware
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use techniques to decorate greenware
34
Disinfect poultry accommodation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to disinfect poultry accommodation
- Know how to maintain the health and safety of people and birds when disinfecting poultry accommodation
35
Drill holes in metal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise tools used for drilling and drill holes in metal
- Know how to ensure safety when drilling holes in metal
36
Drill holes in wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to drill holes in wood-based materials
- Know the reasons for using different types of drills
37
Edge and repair a footpath
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to edge and repair a footpath
38
Edge up an amenity area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to edge up a lawn, flowerbed or shrubbery
39
Effective communication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to recognise different forms of communication
- be able to recognise effective communication
- be able to communicate with others
40
Effective written communication for the workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand different types of written communication
- Understand why effective written communication is important
- Be able to send a written communication for the workplace
41
Enterprise activity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to plan to an enterprise activity
- be able to carry out an enterprise activity
- be able to review an enterprise activity
42
Feed farm animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for and feed farm animals
43
Feed young farm animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to feed milk substitute to young farm animals
- Know why milk substitute is fed to young farm animals
44
Fill plant containers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to fill plant containers with growing medium
45
Finish wood-based surfaces
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to finish wood-based surfaces
46
Fit and remove a rug
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to fit and remove a rug from a horse
- Know why rugs are put on and removed correctly and safely
47
Gift wrap a single flower
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to gift wrap a single flower
48
Glass bottle processing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recycle glass bottles
49
Glaze a pot
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to apply glaze to a pot
50
Grading poultry eggs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Grade poultry eggs by weight
51
Groom a horse
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to groom a horse for tacking up
52
Groom a small animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to groom a small animal
53
Guest services in the hospitality industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to work as part of the guest services team
- be able to communicate with customers
- know a range of guest services
54
Hand model a shape in clay
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to model shapes in clay by hand
55
Handling stock in a retail environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to unpack and move stock safely
- Know how to store stock safely
- Know how to fill up stock on display
56
Hang wall coverings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to hang wallpaper
57
Harvest a crop
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to harvest a crop
58
Healthy living
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand what is needed for a healthy lifestyle
- be able to maintain a healthy lifestyle
59
Identify floristry plant material
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and name flowers and leaves
- Know sources of flowers and leaves
60
Identify hazards in familiar settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify hazards in familiar settings
61
Improve personal manner and conduct
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to conduct and present oneself appropriately
62
Insert plant material
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to insert plant material
63
Interview skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to prepare for an interview
- be able to present and perform well at an interview
- be able to review own performance at an interview
64
Introduction to ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use hardware
- Be able to use a software application
- Be able to follow recommended safe operating practices
65
Introduction to personal digital photograph processing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a software package to process digital photographs
66
Introduction to selecting information using the internet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise sources of information
- Be able to search for information
67
Introduction to the hospitality industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the main outlets in the hospitality industry
- know the job opportunities within the hospitality industry
68
Introduction to using desktop publishing applications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a desktop publishing application to create a document
69
Introduction to using email and text messaging
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use email software
- Be able to use a mobile phone for text messaging
70
Introduction to using graphics software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use graphics software packages
71
Introduction to using ICT systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise the main components of ICT systems
- Be able to operate an ICT system
- Understand safe and secure working practices
- Be able to use a software application package
72
Introduction to using spreadsheet software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use spreadsheet software
73
Introduction to using the internet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use the internet
74
Introduction to using the internet for shopping
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use the internet to make an on-line purchase
75
Introduction to using word processing software
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use word processing software
76
Investigating rights and responsibilities at work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand rights and responsibilities in the workplace
77
Join metals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to join metal surfaces
78
Join metals by soldering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to join metal by soldering
79
Join wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to join materials using glue
80
Keeping the retail work environment clean, tidy and safe
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to clean work areas
- Be able to dispose of waste and rubbish safely
- Know how to ask for help in an accident or emergency
81
Lay a concrete path
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assist with laying an area of path
82
Lay slabs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assist with laying an area of slabs
83
Lift and handle safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to lift, handle and move objects and materials
- Know why objects should be lifted safely
84
Looking after customers in a retail environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to project positive impression of self and company to customers
- Be able to communicate with customers
- Be able to deal with customer enquiries
85
Maintain a fence
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain a fence
- Know why fences need to be maintained
86
Maintain a footpath
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain a footpath
87
Maintain an area of habitat
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain an area of habitat
88
Make a coil vase or cylinder
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare materials and produce a coil vase or cylinder
89
Make a country basket arrangement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make a country basket arrangement
90
Make a familiar journey safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make a familiar journey safely
91
Make a round posy arrangement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make a round posy arrangement
92
Make a single flower buttonhole
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make a single flower buttonhole
93
Make a slab-built box
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to produce a slab built box from clay
94
Mix and lay concrete
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to mix and lay concrete
95
Mix bonding materials using a mixer
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to mix bonding materials using a mixer
96
Mix cement bonding materials by hand
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to mix bonding materials by hand
97
Move a farm animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to move a farm animal
98
Move and prepare farm animal pens
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Be able to dismantle, move and set up farm animal pens
99
Paint a plastered wall to an acceptable emulsion finish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to paint a plastered wall with emulsion to an industrial/domestic standard
100
Personal finance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know the advantages and disadvantages of borrowing money
- know the advantages of saving money
- know how to keep personal financial information secure
101
Personal presentation and hygiene
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of personal hygiene
- Understand the importance of personal presentation
102
Plan and make a journey using public transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan and make a journey on public transport
103
Planning for progression
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the aims of own study or training programme
- be able to recognise personal strengths needed for learning and work
- be able to agree an action plan for self-improvement
104
Plant an area to attract wildlife
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plant plants or trees to attract wildlife
- Know thet plants and animals that exist in wildlife sites
105
Plant young trees
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plant young trees
106
Poultry housing and bedding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise suitable accommodation for poultry
107
Prepare a container for a flower arrangement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare a container for a flower arrangement
108
Prepare a metal surface for treatment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare a metal surface for treatment
109
Prepare a plastered surface for painting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select and use hand tools to prepare a plastered surface to receive paint
110
Prepare a surface for decorating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use tools and materials to prepare a surface ready for decorating
111
Prepare a work area ready to commence decorating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare a work area ready to commence decorating
112
Prepare and plant an area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare and plant an area
113
Prepare for and attend an interview
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for and attend an interview
114
Prepare pottery clay for use
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare clay for use
115
Press-mould clay
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to produce an item of pottery by press moulding clay
116
Provide food and water for horses
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to provide feed and water for horses
117
Provide food and water for poultry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to provide food and water to poultry
118
Re-use of textiles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to sort rags into re-useable items and different grades of wiping cloths
119
Recognise a healthy farm animal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise a healthy farm animal
- Know why farm animals should be checked for health
120
Recognise a saddle and bridle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise component parts of a saddle and bridle
121
Recognise and care for painting tools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select, clean and store painting tools after use
122
Recognise and cut metal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and cut metal materials
123
Recognise and cut wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and cut wood-based materials
124
Recognise and use hand tools and materials used in construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and use hand tools and materials used in construction
125
Recognise and use hand tools and materials used in decorating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use hand tools used in decorating
126
Recognise and use masonry building materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use building materials
127
Recognise and use tools to cut masonry building materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use cutting tools to cut building materials
128
Recognise colours, markings and points of the horse
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise colours, common markings and points of the horse
- Know why recognition of colour and markings is important
129
Recognise farm animal housing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise types of farm animal housing
- Know why farm animal housing needs to be safe and secure
130
Recognise farm animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise farm animals correctly
- Know farm animal gender and breeding terms
131
Recognise inside parts of a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise the inside parts of a motor car or van
- Know the function of internal parts of a vehicle
132
Recognise materials used in floristry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise materials used in floristry
133
Recognise outside parts of a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise external parts of a motor car or van
- Know the function of the external parts of a vehicle
134
Recognise parts of plants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise parts of plants
- Know the functions of parts of a plant
135
Recognise parts of the body of small animals and their function
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise parts of the body of small animals
- Know the functions of parts of the body of small animals
136
Recognise plants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise plants
- Know the functions of plant constituents
137
Recognise signs of health in a horse
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check for signs of health in a horse
138
Recognise small animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise breeds/types of common small animals
139
Recognise the benefits of leisure time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the meaning of leisure time
- be able to recognise leisure time activities
- be able to recognise the benefits of leisure time
140
Recognise the body parts of poultry and their function
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise parts of the body of a chicken or duck and their function
141
Recognise trees and plants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise common trees and plants
- Understand the function of parts of trees and plants
142
Recognise trees and plants and their importance to wildlife
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise common trees and plants
143
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
144
Recognise types of animal housing and bedding for small animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise types of housing and bedding for small animals
145
Recognise types of foods and feed small animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to feed and water small animals
146
Recognise use and care for hand tools used in metalwork
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise use and care for hand tools used in metal
147
Recognise use and care for hand tools used in floristry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise
- use and care for handtools used in floristry
148
Recognise use and care for tools used in horticulture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise use and care for tools
149
Recognise, use and care for basic construction hand tools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use and care for basic construction hand tools
150
Recognise, use and care for tools used in conservation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and use tools used in conservation
151
Recognise, use and care for woodworking hand tools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise
- use and care for woodworking hand tools
152
Refurbish furniture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to refurbish furniture to a serviceable standard for re-use
153
Refurbish or re-use discarded item
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to re-furbish or re-use a discarded item
154
Remove a burr from a piece of metal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to remove a burr from a piece of metal
155
Remove screws
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to remove screws
156
Remove, check and replace a wheel on a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check and replace a wheel on a motor car or van
157
Repair a puncture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to repair a puncture in an inner tube
158
Replace spark plugs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to replace spark plugs
159
Restore a metal surface to a painted finish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to restore a metal surface to a painted finish
160
Restore a timber surface to a painted finish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to restore a timber surface to an acceptable painted finish.
161
Rights, responsibilities and citizenship
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand individual rights and responsibilities
- understand rights and responsibilities of a citizen
- understand aspects of rules and laws
- know different types of elections
162
Saddle and bridle a horse
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to put a saddle and bridle on a horse
163
Safe learning in the workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand health and safety legislation for the workplace
- know about risks and hazards in the workplace
- know what responsibilities people have for safety in the workplace
164
Searching for a job
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to find out about opportunities for work
- be able to search for job vacancies
165
Separate waste materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to separate waste materials
166
Separate waste metal containers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to separate and store waste metal containers
167
Separate waste plastic containers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise, sort and separate plastic containers into appropriate groups
168
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
169
Show visitors around a small animal enterprise
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to greet and show visitors around a small animal unit
170
Show visitors around a wildlife area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to greet and show visitors around a wildlife area
171
Shred waste vegetation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to shred waste vegetable matter
172
Skip out a stable
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to skip out a stable
173
Slip decorate and glaze a pot
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to decorate a pot with slip and apply glaze
- Know the importance of correct preparation of clay and glaze
174
Throw a pot
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use techniques to throw a pot
175
Treat a metal surface
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to treat a metal surface
176
Undertaking work placement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to identify potential work placement opportunities
- know what is expected during the work placement
- be able to reflect on the experience of the work placement
177
Use a hammer and nails in wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a hammer and nails correctly and safely
178
Use a screwdriver for joining wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a screwdriver to insert screws
179
Use a screwdriver in metal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a screwdriver to insert screws in metal
180
Use sandpaper on wood-based materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use sandpaper on wood-based material
181
Wash the outside of a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to wash the outside of a motor car or van
182
Water plant material by hand
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to water plant material using a hose or watering can
183
Wax and polish a motor car or van
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to wax and polish a motor car or van
184
Weed a planted area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to weed a planted area by hand
185
Weigh farm animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to weigh farm animals
186
Work safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow health and safety procedures
- Know how to work safely
- Be able to respond to a fire or smoke alram
187
Working as part of a group
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to recognise different groups
- know how to work with others in a group
- be able to work as part of a group
188
Working as part of a team
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to work as part of a team
- understand the benefits of team working
- understand how to work towards a team task
- be able to follow the plan to achieve the task
189
Workplace safety and emergency procedures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to respond to a fire or smoke alarm
- Be able to recognise hazard warning signs and symbols
190
Wrap flowers and plants
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to wrap flowers and plants
- Understand why flowers and plants are wrapped
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3714/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- City & Guilds
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2014