WJEC
Entry Level
QN: 601/3970/5
Curriculum Active
WJEC Entry Level Award In Essential Skills for Work and Life (Entry 2)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 980 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
45 Units
Guided Hours
980 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Calculations with Whole Numbers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to add and subtract whole numbers. (NE2.2)
- Be able to multiply whole numbers. (NE2.2)
- Know some mental strategies for addition and subtraction. (NE2.2)
- Be able to use calculations with whole numbers to solve task or problems. (NE2.2)
2
Collecting and Presenting Information Graphically
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to collect
- organise and present data for a specific purpose. (NE3.1, NE3.3)
3
Completing Forms
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a range of language used on forms.
- Be able to complete a paper based form. (CE3.3)
- Be able to complete a form electronically. (CE3.3, ICTE3.2)
- Understand precautions that must be taken when completing online forms.
4
Developing and Presenting Information Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to enter personal information. (ICTE2.3)
- Be able to present information through ICT. (ICTE2.3)
- Be able to delete and amend information. (ICTE2.3)
- Be able to present information orally. (ICTE2.3)
5
Discussion Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to contribute to a discussion. (CE2.1)
- Be able to follow discussions. (CE2.1)
6
Finding, Selecting and Exchanging Information Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know ICT sources.
- Be able to use ICT to locate information.
- Be able to enter and save information.
- Be able to send ICT based information.
- Be able to receive ICT based information.
7
Following Safe and Healthy Working Practices when Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand some safety measures needed when using ICT. (ICTE2.1)
- Understand safety measures needed when using passwords and PINs.
8
Measuring and Using Length
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use metres and centimetres when describing length.
- Be able to estimate and measure length. (NE2.1)
- Be able to use measurements of length. (NE2.1, NE2.3)
9
Measuring and Using Weight
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to estimate and measure weight of objects. (NE2.2)
- Be able to use measurements of weight. (NE2.2)
10
Obtaining Information Orally
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to listen for and follow short narratives. (CE2.1)
- Be able to listen for detail from oral presentations. (CE2.1)
- Be able to obtain information by asking oral questions. (CE2.1)
- Be able to listen for and identify simply expressed feelings and opinions. (CE2.1)
11
Positional Vocabulary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand positional vocabulary. (NE2.2)
12
Preparing to Write
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that the way writing is organised will depend on purpose and audience. (CE3.3)
- Be able to plan writing. (CE3.3)
- Understand that choice of language will vary according to purpose and audience. (CE3.3)
- Be able to draft writing. (CE3.3)
13
Providing Information Orally
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that the spoken language used will depend on the situation. (CE3.1)
- Be able to use spoken language to provide information. (CE3.1)
- Be able to convey opinions orally. (CE3.1)
14
Reading for a Purpose
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise different purposes of text. (CE2.2)
- Use instructional texts.
15
Reading for Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to locate information including the use of captions and illustrations. (CE2.2)
- Be able to use key words to locate information. (CE2.2)
- Be able to organise information. (CE2.2)
- Be able to obtain information from texts. (CE2.2)
16
Reading Graphical Material
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain information from graphical material. (NE3.1)
17
Strategies for Reading
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use prior knowledge to engage with the meaning of text. (CE3.2)
- Be able to use strategies to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words. (CE3.2)
- Be able to use organisational features of texts. (CE3.2)
18
Using Fractions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise fractions in everyday contexts. (NE2.1)
- Be able to find halves and quarters of shapes and small numbers of items. (NE2.2)
19
Using Fractions and Decimals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use fractions in everyday contexts. (NE3.2)
- Be able to recognise and use equivalent fractions. (NE3.2)
- Be able to use decimals in everyday contexts. (NE3.2)
- Be able to use a calculator to calculate using decimals. (NE3.2)
20
Using ICT Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a straightforward given task requiring the use of ICT. (ICTE2.1)
- Be able to use hardware, software and onscreen icons for a specific purpose. (ICTE2.1)
- Be able to use the help facility. (ICTE2.1)
- Be able to ask for help when needed. (ICTE2.1)
21
Using Measurements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand problems and tasks involving measures. (NE3.1 )
- Be able to estimate and measure. (NE3.2)
- Be able to use measurements. (NE3.2)
22
Using Money
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how coins can be combined to give different values of money. (NE2.2)
- Be able to carry out calculations involving money. (NE2.2)
- Understand a problem or task requiring the use of money. (NE2.1)
23
Using Shape
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise common 2D and 3D shapes. (NE2.2)
- Know the properties of common 2D and 3D shapes. (NE2.2)
24
Using Time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to tell the time to the nearest 15 minutes in practical situations.
- Know that the date can be expressed in different formats.
25
Using Whole Numbers up to 100
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a problem or task requiring the use of whole numbers. (NE2.1)
- Know how to find and record numerical information. (NE2.1)
- Understand the value of numbers up to 100. (NE2.2)
- Understand how data is used for a specific purpose. (NE2.3)
26
Writing to Communicate Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that sources of information can exist in different written formats. (CE3.2)
- Be able to plan writing for communicating information. (CE3.3)
- Be able to provide written information to suit a specific purpose. (CE3.3)
27
Writing to Communicate Opinions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that written materials may express facts and opinions.
- Be able to plan for communicating opinions. (CE3.3)
- Be able to provide opinions in writing to suit a specific purpose. (CE3.3)
28
Writing with Meaning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to produce a draft of a document. (CE2.3)
- Be able to review their draft for purpose and meaning. (CE2.3)
- Be able to proof read final draft for accuracy. (CE2.3)
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3970/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2014
- Operational End
- Feb 2029