Open Awards
Level 2
QN: 603/3556/7
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Open Awards Level 2 Extended Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 52 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
52 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Feeding and Providing Water to Animals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to provide feed and water to animals 1.
- Describe the purpose of a feeding plan 1.
- Describe different types of feed and feed quality for 3 different purposes 1.
- Outline the importance of providing fresh water to animals 1.
- Describe normal feeding and drinking behaviour of animals and how to identify signs of abnormality 1.
- Describe potential difficulties and risks that may arise during the feeding process and how to report them 1.
- Explain the importance of keeping accurate records2.
- Be able to provide feed and water to animals 2.
- Select the correct feed according to the animals’ feeding plan 2.
- Prepare feed correctly and hygienically 2.
- Provide feed in a manner which gives each animal the opportunity to obtain its food and maintains it’s health and welfare 2.
- Supply clean, fresh water to the animals according to their needs 2.
- Keep an accurate record of activities3.
- Be able to select
- use and maintain relevant equipment 3.
- Select appropriate equipment for this area of work 3.
- maintain and store equipment in a safe and effective working condition4.
- Be able to work safely 4.
- Work in a way which maintains health and safety, animal welfare and is consistent with current legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements 4.
- Dispose of waste safely and correctly 4.
2
Setting Business Goals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set clear business goals
3
Working in the Horticulture Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know duties, procedures and requirements relevant to working in horticulture.
- Be able to use equipment when working in a horticulture organisation.
- Know health and safety procedures for working in a horticulture organisation.
- Be able to communicate with others when working in horticulture
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3556/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018