OCN NI
Entry Level
QN: 601/3130/5
Curriculum Active
OCN NI Entry Level Certificate in Preparation for Independent Life (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1160 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
48 Units
Guided Hours
1160 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Accessing the Local Community and Facilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what a community is and how individuals can make a positive contribution.
- Know the location of facilities and services in own local area.
- Be able to access community facilities for personal use.
2
Basic Cash Handling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out cash transactions.
- Be able to keep money safe.
- Be able to access own money.
3
Communicating own Views
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise and communicate own views.
4
Communicating using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use ICT as a source of information.
- Use ICT to enable communication.
5
Communicating with Others
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to communicate with others to obtain information.
- Be able to communicate information to others.
- Know how to obtain and use information from others.
6
Communication Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to listen and respond to other people.
- Communicate with other people.
- Be able to engage in a discussion.
7
Curtain Making for Windows
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to design curtains for a window.
- Be able to make and hang curtains.
- Use tools and equipment safely.(Rt/E3.1, 3.1, 3.2, 3.9)
8
Decisions and Informed Choices
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand when decisions need to be made.
- Be able to make an informed choice.
9
Exploring 2D Artwork
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise how to use materials, equipment and techniques for 2D art
- Be able to work with others safely in a workshop environment.
- Be able to review own 2D art
10
Exploring Hobbies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is meant by the term hobby.
- Be able to make a choice about a hobby.
- Recognise the preparations required to carry out a hobby.
- Be able to participate in a hobby.
11
Exploring Local History
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be aware of how national events can affect own local area.
- Know how to access basic historical information.
- Know how to create and present a simple record of findings.
12
Exploring the Use of ICT Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use an ICT system.
- Be able to follow safe operating practices.
- Be able to use ICT to search for
- select and use information.
- Be able to enter, change and present information using an ICT system.
13
Food and Nutrition for Children and Young People
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what makes a balanced diet.
- Be able to identify food allergies and their effects.
- Be able to identify religious and cultural groups that have food restrictions on their diet.
14
Garden Horticulture Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be aware of things that grow in a garden or allotment., Be familiar with propagating plants.
- Know how to prepare an outside growing bed.
- Know how to grow and maintain plants.
15
Healthy Living
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to maintain health.
16
Induction to College
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to locate facilities within the college.
- Be able to identify members of staff and their roles.
- Understand the reasons for attending college.
- Recognise own responsibilities while at college.
- Understand differences between college and a previous establishment., Be aware of college Health and Safety procedures.
17
Keeping Safe
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why it is important to be safe.
- Be able to apply safe practices.
18
Knowing your Rights and Responsibilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be aware of the basic rights of an individual., Be aware of the basic responsibilities of an individual.
19
Literacy and Communication Skills for the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand appropriate text for the workplace.
- Be able to write about work-related issues using correct language.
- Be able to communicate effectively in the workplace.
20
Managing your own Money
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to add and subtract money in decimal notation
- Be able to use money in decimal notation in everyday contexts.
21
Participate in an Activity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to listen and respond to others.
- Be able to take part in a group activity.
22
Participating in Teamwork
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what needs to be done.
- Be able to work with others to achieve objectives.
- Recognise progress and opportunities for improvement.
23
Participating in the Community
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know that they have a place in the community.
- Know how to use local facilities and services.
24
Personal Hygiene
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the importance of personal hygiene.
- Know the importance of changing clothes regularly.
25
Personal Self Awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise personal qualities and the importance of personal appearance.
- Recognise the impact of own behaviour on others.
26
Preparing for and Using Local Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare to travel using local transport.
- Be able to make a journey using public transport.
27
Recognising and Using ICT Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify and use a range of ICT equipment.
28
Searching, Selecting and Saving Information Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know ICT sources used to find information.
- Be able to search for information using an ICT source.
- Be able to select and save information.
29
Simple Food Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise a range of kitchen utensils and basic kitchen equipment.
- Know why it is important to prepare balanced and nutritious meals.
- Know a range of hot and cold drinks.
- Know when fresh foods do not need to be cooked.
- Prepare simple snacks.
30
Skills for Spelling, Reading and Written Work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to read and spell key personal words.
- Be able to read and understand the meaning of a piece of text.
- Be able to use imagery to aid understanding.
- Be able to use spelling strategies to maintain a personal spelling record.
- Be able to use writing to present information with purpose.
31
Speaking and Listening – Taking part in a Discussion
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to take part in discussions about simple topics.
32
Table Setting for the Home
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare and set a table for a range of meals.
33
Take Part in a Discussion
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to take part in a discussion.
34
Understanding Community Responsibilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about own community responsibilities.
- Recognise the responsibilities of others in the community.
- Recognise the impact of individual responsibilities on the community.
35
Understanding Money and Time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the uses of money.
- Be able to add and subtract money in decimal notation.
- Be able to use money in decimal notation in everyday contexts.
- Know how to read and record time.
- Know how to record common date formats.
36
Understanding Self and Relationships
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise own needs in a range of different contexts.
- Be able to interact with others.
- Understand personal relationships.
37
Understanding the Role of the Media
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise a range of news programmes.
- Recognise why producers choose a range of news stories.
- Recognise key elements of a news presenter’s job.
38
Using and Applying Number Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the written form of whole numbers up to 1000.
- Know the value of whole numbers up to 1000.
- Recognise number patterns involving whole numbers up to 1000.
- Know how to approximate whole numbers by rounding.
- Recognise numbers up to 1000.
39
Using Domestic Appliances Safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the use of a range of common domestic appliances.
- Know how use appliances safely.
- Know how to store domestic appliances safely.
40
Using Email
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use email.
- Know how to manage incoming email.
41
Using Grammar Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use grammar to aid understanding.
42
Using Kitchen Equipment to make a Simple Meal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know basic hygiene rules of the kitchen.
- Be able to select and prepare ingredients to make a meal.
- Know how to use utensils safely.
- Know how to use a cooker safely.
- Be able to serve a meal.
43
Using Money
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the uses of money.
44
Using Numeracy in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to solve a work related problem using whole numbers up to 50.
- Recognise units of measure.
- Be able to read charts to solve a work-related problem.
45
Using Numeracy Skills in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to solve work-related problems using whole numbers up to 100.
- Be able to use units of measure to solve work-related numeracy problems.
- Be able to interpret charts to solve work-related problems.
46
Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about various modes of public transport.
- Plan a journey.
- Know how and when to pay for public transport.
- Be able to travel safely on various modes of public transport.
47
Using Techniques for Craft Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to follow health, safety and hygiene guidelines.
- Recognise the importance of planning for craft activities.
- Recognise materials and equipment., Be aware of basic design elements.
- Be able to produce and assess an item of work.
48
Working with Others in a Group Activity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work with others.
- Be able to participate in a group activity.
- Be able to review own role in working with others.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3130/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2014
- Operational End
- Dec 2027