Open Awards
Entry Level
QN: 601/1056/9
Curriculum Active
Open Awards Entry Level Certificate in Introductory Conservation Skills (Entry 3) (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 388 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
16 Units
Guided Hours
388 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Developing Self
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify areas for self-development.
- Understand how to take responsibility for their own self development.
- Be able to demonstrate how they have developed personal skills
2
Edging and Repairing a Footpath
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to edge and repair a footpath.
- Know why footpaths need to be maintained.
3
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 affects their life.
- Be able to demonstrate ways in which they can help to improve the environment in the local area
4
Get 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.
5
Health and Safety in a Practical Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be aware of relevant health and safety requirements, procedures and equipment.
- Recognise and manage risk by following safe working practices
6
How to Survey a Landscape and Develop an Improvement Plan
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to carry out an environmental survey of a site.
- Understand how to carry out improvement work.
7
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Understand effective interpersonal communication skills.
8
Introduction to the Maintenance of a Planted Area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to maintain a planted area.
- Know when to carry out maintenance of planted areas.
- Be able to plant an area for a purpose.
- Be able to maintain planted areas.
9
Knowing Your Local Area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the location and use of buildings and facilities in own local area.
- Understand the community.
- Understand own responsibilities in the community.
10
Maintain a Fence
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain a fence
- Be able to work safely
11
Observing and Encouraging Birds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise there are different types of birds.
- Know the different habitats of common birds.
- Understand the feeding habits of common birds.
- Know ways birds can be observed.
- Know ways humans can help birds
12
Preparing a Site for Planting Young Trees
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to clear and prepare a planting site.
- Be able to plant up the prepared site.
- Be able to work safely.
- Be able to clean tools after use.
- Be able to store tools and equipment after use.
13
Safely Maintain an Area of Habitat
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain an area of habitat.
14
Team Work in Environmental Studies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand objectives for group activities.
- Be able to reflect on performance.
- Be able to communicate effectively
15
Using and Maintaining Tools Used in Conservation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know a range of common tools used in conservation work.
- Be able to use a range of conservation tools.
- Know how to maintain a range of conservation hand tools.
- Be able to maintain a range of conservation hand tools.
16
Working as Part of a Group
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to work with others in appropriate ways.
- Be able to play an active role in working as part of a group.
- Review their role in the group
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/1056/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2013