NCFE

Level 1

QN: 601/1088/0

Curriculum Active

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 2132 hours.

Qualification Level

Level 1

Awarding Body

NCFE

Syllabus Units

87 Units

Guided Hours

2132 hrs

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

Assist with feeding and watering horses

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to assist with providing feed and water for stabled and grazing horses.
Be able to work safely.

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 Make-up Application

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for makeup
Be able to carry out make up

Biohazards in a cleaning environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know how to carry out biohazard cleaning2 - Be able to carry out biohazard cleaning3 - Understand infection and prevention control measures4 - Know the different stages of cleaning

Building a Cavity Wall

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use hand tools for constructing a cavity wall
Be able to use techniques to construct a cavity wall
Know how to identify materials used for cavity walling
Be able to construct a cavity wall

Careers in Business and Administration

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about job opportunities in business and administration
Know about working practices within business and administration
Know about the qualifications and skills needed for jobs in business and administration
Be able to plan the early stages of a career within business and administration

Caring for Babies and Young Children

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to carry out personal care for babies and young children.
Know the correct procedures when feeding babies and young children.
Know how to dress babies and young children.
Know how to respond to the need for sleep and rest in babies and young children.

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

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.

Cleaning food preparation areas

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know the importance of keeping food preparation areas clean and hygienic2 - Know how to prepare for cleaning food preparation areas3 - Be able to prepare for cleaning food preparation areas4 - Know how to clean food preparation areas5 - Be able to clean food preparation areas6 - Know how to prepare and clean food preparation equipment 7 - Be able to prepare and clean food preparation equipment

Cleaning principles

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know why it is important to maintain personal hygiene in a cleaning role2 - Know the requirements of personal presentation in a cleaning role 3 - Be able to follow the requirements of personal presentation in a cleaning role 4 - Be able to work safely as a lone worker in a cleaning environment 5 - Know how to work as part of a team when working in a cleaning role 6 - Be able to work as part of a team when working in a cleaning role 7 - Know how to meet customer and employer expectations in a cleaning role 8 - Be able to meet customer and employer expectations in a cleaning role 9 - Know how to communicate effectively with customers 10 - Be able to communicate effectively with customers

Colour Hair Using Temporary Colour

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for application of temporary colour
Be able to apply a temporary colour

Creative Media Production Group Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to find out about an aspect of creative media
Be able to demonstrate work-related skills in presenting information as a team member
Be able to review own work-related skills in finding out about an aspect of creative media

Cultivating Compost and Soils

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for composting and soil cultivation tasks.
Know how to make and use compost.
Know about different soil types.
Know about pH levels and soil chemicals.
Understand techniques for cultivating soil.

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

Designing an Interior

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Develop and present initial ideas using a given design brief
Produce a detailed drawing of your design ideas
Review the design process

Develop and Use Radio Presentation Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to present a radio item

Developing Bricklaying Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the hand tools used in basic bricklaying processes
Know the materials used in basic bricklaying processes
Know the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used in basic bricklaying processes
Be able to apply safe working practices to produce half-brick walling
Be able to work responsibly with others
Be able to seek and respond to guidance when working as part of a team

Developing 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

Developing Skills in Garden Horticulture

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

Developing Skills in Joining Materials Using Welding

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare a work area in readiness for welding operations
Be able to produce welded joints to the required standard

Developing Skills in Routine Servicing of Mechanical Equipment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about routine mechanical servicing operations
Be able to service mechanical equipment safely

Digital Graphics Editing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify the uses and principles of digital graphics
Be able to plan the editing of a digital graphic montage
Be able to produce a digital graphic
Understand how to review the digital graphic

Displaying Travel and Tourism Products and Services

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the products and services offered by the travel and tourism industry
Know types of promotions and displays which may be used by travel and tourism organisations
Know the key features of a good display
Be able to create a display to promote a travel and tourism product or service in a given timescale

Environmental Awareness

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate an awareness of how the actions of humans affect the environment
Demonstrate an understanding of environmental issues which affect the local area
Carry out activities to help improve the environment in the local area

Exploring Digital Photography

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Exploring Digital Photography
Be able to generate ideas for photographic images
Be able to produce photographic images
Be able to review own work

Filing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the Data Protection Act
Know about filing classification systems
Know about the importance of pre-sorting documents
Be able to file using different filing classification systems
Be able to use an index

Floor and Wall Tiling Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tools, equipment and materials used in floor and wall tiling
Know about background surfaces
Be able to plan and prepare a tiling task
Be able to set out and fix tiles
Be able to cut tiles
Be able to use grouting techniques

Handling Mail

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know why it is important for a business to handle mail efficiently, securely and safely
Be able to deal with incoming mail
Be able to deal with outgoing mail

Health and safety in a cleaning environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know the key legislation and regulations that are applicable to working in a cleaning environment 2 - Know how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in a cleaning environment 3 - Demonstrate how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in a cleaning environment4 - Know about safety considerations when using cleaning agents and equipment 5 - Know how to manage own safety in a cleaning environment 6 - Know various types of waste and appropriate handling procedures 7 - Be able to prepare and handle waste8 - Know about managing the safety of others when working in a cleaning environment 9 - Be able to manage the safety of others when working in a cleaning environment10 - Know how to deal with lost property and suspicious items

Health and Safety Practices in Vehicle Maintenance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know health and safety requirements and information in motor vehicle workshops
Be able to use appropriate health and safety practices and equipment
Be able to use safe manual handling procedures
Be able to use COSHH procedures
Know about fire prevention and emergency procedures

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.

Improving Own Learning and Performance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify own strengths and areas for improvement.
Know how to plan to reach learning targets.
Be able to review own performance.

Introduction to Advertising

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to distinguish advertisements from other media content
Understand how advertisements are used to sell products

Introduction to Health and Social Care

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know duties, procedures and requirements relevant to working in a care environment.
Know about equipment used when working in a care environment.
Know health and safety procedures for working in a care environment.
Be able to communicate with others when working in a care environment.

Introduction to Plastering Techniques

Verified

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

Introduction to the Catering and Hospitality Industry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the different sectors of the catering and hospitality industry
Know what the relevant qualifications, training and experience for employment within the industry

Introduction to Vehicle Valeting

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to work safely.
Be able to valet the exterior of vehicles.
Be able to valet the interior of vehicles.
Be able to valet an engine bay.
Be able to inspect a valeted vehicle.
Be able to dispose waste products in accordance with environmental guidance.

Introduction to wildlife and conservation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Recognise a range of habitats
Recognise the energy links between plants and animals

Investigate Companies in the Travel Industry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about different companies within the travel industry
Understand the routes the travel companies may use

IT Communication Fundamentals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a variety of sources of information
Be able to access, search for
select and use Internet-based information
Be able to select and use IT to communicate and exchange information

Keep work areas clean in a logistics environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify requirements relating to the cleaning of work areas in a warehousing and storage facility
Be able to follow instructions to carry out correct cleaning procedures
Be able to follow post cleaning procedures
Be able to identify problems with the cleaning of work areas

Maintain the cleanliness of equipment in logistics operations

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare self and equipment for inspection and cleaning in a logistics environment
Be able to follow instructions and clean equipment
Be able to follow post cleaning procedures for keeping the equipment in good working order
Understand problems that can occur with keeping the equipment in good working order

Maintenance of a Safe, Hygienic and Secure Working Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to maintain personal health and hygiene
Know how to maintain personal health and hygiene
Be able to help maintain a hygienic, safe and secure workplace
Know how to maintain a hygienic, safe and secure workplace

Mechanical Component Assembling Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for assembly operations
Be able to carry out assembly operations using mechanical components

MIDI and Audio Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to transfer or import basic audio material
Be able to make basic editing decisions
Be able to make improvements to selected audio files
Be able to make tempo and timing editing decisions, Save and archive edits as new audio files

Motor Vehicle Workshop Tools and Equipment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

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

Moving or handling goods manually in logistics facilities

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to confirm with appropriate people the goods that require moving or handling
Be able to manually move or handle the goods
Be able to identify any problems with moving or handling the goods manually and take appropriate action to deal with them

Nail Art Application

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for nail art techniques
Be able to carry out nail art techniques

Participating in Leisure Activities

Verified

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.

Photography - Using a Tripod

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a tripod with a camera
Understand relevant Health and Safety issues and procedures

Planning a Fitness Programme

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the components of physical fitness.
Be able to assess own fitness level.
Be able to plan own fitness programme.
Be able to implement own fitness programme.
Know how to overcome barriers to achievement of fitness goals.
Be able to review own fitness programme.

Plumbing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the hand tools and materials used in plumbing processes
Be able to perform plumbing operations
Be able to work responsibly with others

Problem solving at work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the different types of problems they might encounter in a place or work.
Understand how problems can be solved.
Know how to recognise possible solutions to a specific problem.

Receive goods in a logistics environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to obtain information and confirm with appropriate people the goods to be received
Be able to follow instructions to check the goods being received
Be able to receive the goods correctly and safely
Be able to identify problems when receiving goods

Safe tractor operation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the basic functions and safe operation of a tractor
Be able to undertake routine maintenance and safe procedures of a tractor
Be able to maintain and use a range of attachments safely

Sequencing of cleaning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know about cleaning sequences and techniques 2 - Be able to demonstrate cleaning sequences and techniques 3 - Know how to prepare for cleaning 4 - Be able to prepare for cleaning5 - Know how to use cleaning equipment and agents correctly and safely6 - Be able to use cleaning equipment and agents correctly and safely7 - Know how to reinstate the work area after cleaning 8 - Be able to reinstate the work area after cleaning

Sort goods and materials for recycling or disposal in a logistics environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

be able to prepare goods or materials for recycling or disposal
Be able to sort the goods or materials for recycling or disposal
Be able to identify problems with the recycling of disposal of goods and materials

Sound and Audio Production Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand health and safety measures relating to sound and audio production
Understand the use of equipment for sound and audio production
Understand the use of technical skills to develop ideas for production

Sound Recording Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use audio connections within different recording scenarios
Be able to connect analogue sources to digital or analogue recording systems
Record and monitor signal sources and make a basic volume balance, Save and archive recordings

Sowing and Growing Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about indoor sowing techniques
Know about outdoor sowing techniques
Know how to look after and transplant seedlings/plants
Know about specific growing techniques

Spreadsheet Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data
Use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display spreadsheet information
Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to present spreadsheet information effectively

Styling Men's Hair

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for styling for men
Be able to provide styling for men

Styling Women's Hair

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare for styling for women
Be able to provide styling for women

Supporting Business Meetings

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the preparation required to hold a business meeting
Be able to set up a room for a meeting
Be able to support a meeting
Be able to complete follow-up activities after a meeting

Sustainability in a cleaning environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1 - Know about environmental sustainability within a cleaning role2 - Know how to practise sustainability in a cleaning role3 - Be able to practise sustainability in a cleaning role

Taking Part in Sport

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about a sporting activity
Be able to participate in a sporting activity
Be able to review performance in a sporting activity

Time Management Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know benefits of good time management and some ways to promote it.
Be able to plan own use of time.
Know how to improve own time management.

UK Travel and Tourism Destinations

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tourist destinations in the UK
Know what attracts tourists to UK tourism destinations
Know how the UK is marketed as a tourism destination

Understanding Business Communication

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about forms of communication
Understand the advantages and disadvantages in the choice of communication
Understand effective communication
Understand behaviours within a team
Understand the benefits of an effective communication strategy

Understanding Changing Roles and Relationships in Adolescence

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the changing role and relationships of parents as a child gets older.
Understand the changes that a child goes through during adolescence.
Understand the pressure that all families with adolescents sometimes experience.
Understand issues that can ca
use conflict.
Understand issues of power and authority.

Understanding Children’s Social and Emotional Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand key elements children’s social and emotional development.
Understand children’s social and emotional needs.
Know how children acquire their behaviour patterns.
Understand how to meet children’s social and emotional needs.
Understand how to encourage children to feel positive about themselves.

Understanding Customer Service in the Retail Sector

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of customer service to a retail business
Understand what gives customers a positive initial impression of a retail business and its staff
Understand how customer service is adapted to meet the needs of individual customers
Understand the importance of communication to the delivery of customer service
Understand a variety of customer complaints and problems

Understanding Techniques used in Floristry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tools and equipment used in floristry
Know about plant material
Understand conditioning techniques
Understand preservation techniques
Identify basic design principles
Understand basic construction techniques

Understanding the Business of Retail

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how retail outlets differ in size and type
Understand the range of retail occupations
Understand the retail supply chain
Understand the contribution which the retail sector makes to the economy of the United Kingdom
Understand how customers’ concerns influence the products and services offered by retailers

Understanding the Control, Handling and Replenishment of Stock in a Retail Business

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the principles of stock control
Understand how to move, handle and store stock
Understand procedures for replenishing stock

Understanding the Retail Selling Process

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the selling process
Understand how to find out what the customer wants
Understand how product information can be used to promote sales

Undertaking an Enterprise Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to select an enterprise project for a particular target market
Know about the costs involved in setting up the product or service
Know the significance of effective marketing
Be able to plan
monitor and review the enterprise project

Using a Camera and Accessories

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to create images using a camera
Be able to transfer images from a camera for printing
Understand relevant Health and Safety issues and procedures

Using Craft Activities with Children and Young People

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the uses of craft activities.
Know how to plan and organise an appropriate craft activity.
Know how to review a craft activity.

Using Fax Machines and Photocopiers

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a fax machine for specified purpose
Be able to recognise and re
solve problems with the fax machine
Be able to prepare the photocopier for use
Be able to perform photocopying tasks

Using Painting Skills for Interior Ceilings and Walls

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to demonstrate good practice in preparing and maintaining the work area.
Be able to use and maintain tools and equipment appropriately.
Be able to assist the preparation of a surface for painting.
Be able to paint an area.
Be able to clean work area and equipment.

Word Processing Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Enter, edit and combine text and other information accurately within word processing documents, Structure information within word processing documents
Use word processing software tools to format and present documents

Working in a team

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the characteristics of good team working.
Understand and demonstrate own strengths and role in a team.
Be able to recognise and value the contribution made by others in a team.
Be able to participate in a team.

Working in an Office

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to respect and support other people at work in an organisation
Be able to maintain security and confidentiality

Worldwide Travel and Tourism Destinations

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about tourist destinations worldwide
Know how tourists select worldwide tourism destinations
Know about marketing worldwide tourism

Regulatory & Verification Details

Qualification Number (QN): 601/1088/0
Regulated Status: Available to learners
Awarding Body: NCFE
Qualification Type: Other Life Skills Qualification
Operational Start: Sept 2013