WJEC
    Entry Level
    QN: 601/3969/9
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    WJEC Entry Level Certificate In Essential Skills for Work and Life (Entry 1)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 930 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Entry Level
    Awarding Body
    WJEC
    Syllabus Units
    42 Units
    Guided Hours
    930 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Calculations Using Whole Numbers to 10

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the meaning of addition and subtraction.
    • Be able to add and subtract single digit numbers. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to use calculation of whole numbers to 10 in practical tasks.
    2

    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)
    3

    Comparing Sizes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use words to describe the size of objects. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to use words to describe the weight of objects. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to use words to describe capacity. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to measure objects. (NE1.1)
    4

    Completing Forms

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use personal details and familiar common words to fill in a form. (CE2.3)
    • Be able to complete a paper based form. (CE2.3)
    • Be able to complete an on screen form. (CE2.3)
    • Be able to check completed forms for accuracy. (CE2.3)
    • Know how to keep online information secure.
    5

    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)
    6

    Discussion Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to contribute to a discussion. (CE2.1)
    • Be able to follow discussions. (CE2.1)
    7

    Finding, Selecting and Exchanging Information Using ICT

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know ICT sources of information. (ICTE2.2)
    • Be able to locate information using ICT sources. (ICTE2.2)
    • Be able to use enter and save information. (ICTE2.2)
    • Be able to send and receive ICT based information. (ICTE2.2)
    8

    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.
    9

    Identifying the Purpose of Written Material

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to recognise the purpose of simple texts.
    • Be able to recognise the purpose of signs and symbols.
    10

    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)
    11

    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)
    12

    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)
    13

    Organising Information

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to sort objects according to a stated criteria. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to represent numerical information in different ways. (NE1.3)
    14

    Positional Vocabulary

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand positional vocabulary. (NE1.2)
    15

    Preparing to Write

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to choose the information required to include in own writing. (CE2.3)
    • Be able to choose the right format for a piece of writing. (CE2.3)
    • Be able to draft own writing. (CE2.3)
    16

    Providing Information Orally

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use spoken language to make statements of fact.
    • Be able to use spoken language to express feelings and opinions.
    • Be able to respond to requests for personal information.
    17

    Reading for a Purpose

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to recognise different purposes of text. (CE2.2)
    • Use instructional texts.
    18

    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)
    19

    Reading Graphical Material

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to obtain information from lists and tables. (NE2.1)
    • Understand how block graphs can indicate relative values. (NE2.1)
    20

    Strategies for Reading

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand simple words, signs and symbols.
    • Be able to decode simple regular words.
    • Be able to use own language experience to identify words.
    • Know how to find and use the meaning of unfamiliar words.
    21

    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)
    22

    Using ICT Systems

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand a simple given task requiring the use of ICT. (ICTE1.1)
    • Be able to use hardware and onscreen icons for a specific purpose. (ICTE1.1)
    • Be able to use the help facility. (ICTE1.1)
    • Be able to ask for help when needed. (ICTE1.1)
    23

    Using Money

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the purpose of cash.
    • Know the value of coins. (NE1.2)
    • Be able to use coins in everyday situations. (NE1.2)
    24

    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)
    25

    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.
    26

    Using Whole Numbers to 10

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand a given problem involving whole numbers to 10. (NE1.1)
    • Understand information given by numbers. (NE1.1)
    • Understand the value of numbers up to 10.
    • Understand how numbers are used for a specific purpose. (NE1.3)
    27

    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)
    28

    Writing Texts

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use upper and lower case letters.
    • Be able to write simple documents.
    • Be able to punctuate simple sentences.
    29

    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)
    601/3969/9
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    WJEC
    Qualification Type
    Other Life Skills Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2014
    Operational End
    Feb 2029