Open Awards
Entry Level
QN: 601/8888/1
Curriculum Active
Open Awards Entry Level Certificate in Skills for Travelling in the Community (Entry 2) (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 212 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
11 Units
Guided Hours
212 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Appropriate Behaviour when Travelling on Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to behave appropriately when travelling on public transport
- Be able to behave appropriate when travelling on public transport
2
Communication Skills when Travelling Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use communication when travelling by public transport
- Be able to develop communication skills for independent travel
3
Complete a Journey Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know starting point of journey
- Know destination of journey
- Complete a walking route from starting point to bus stop/train station/tram platform with support, Travel on given mode of transport for chosen journey with support
- Complete a walking route from bus stop/train station/tram platform to final destination with support
- Be able to identify personal targets for improvement with support
4
Crossing Roads Safely
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different types of pedestrian crossings
- Know how to cross roads safely using pedestrian crossings
- Know how to cross roads safely when no pedestrian crossing is available
5
Modes of Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different modes of transport
- Know benefits of each mode of public transport
- Know local transport stops/stations
6
Personal Safety when Travelling Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand risks to personal safety when travelling using public transport
- Understand how to be safe in the dark
- Understand who is safe to talk to when travelling by public transport
7
Preparing for a Journey Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what to take with you on a journey
- Know start and destination for identified journey
- Know appropriate mode of transport for identified journey
- Know how to pay for public transport
- Know how to plan a journey using public transport
- Know how to find real-time information about a journey
- Know how to dress appropriately for the weather
8
Preparing for the Weather when using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how different types of weather will impact a journey using public transport
- Know how to prepare for different types of weather
- Know the consequence of not preparing for the weather
9
Problem Solving Skills when Using Public Transport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to recognise a problem when using public transport
- Understand what to do to overcome problems when using public transport
- Know who to ask for help from if there is a problem
- Know how to prepare yourself for ‘what if’ scenarios
10
Using a Mobile Phone
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use a mobile phone to make calls and send text messages
- Know how to keep yourself safe when using a mobile phone
- Know what to do in an emergency when there is no phone/signal/battery
11
Using Road Signs and Landmarks
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise road signs
- Be able to use landmarks on identified journey
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/8888/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2016