WJEC
Entry Level
QN: 601/4119/0
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WJEC Entry Level Certificate In Essential Skills for Work and Life (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1240 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
67 Units
Guided Hours
1240 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Calculations with Measurements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task requiring calculations using measurements. (N1.1)
- Be able to calculate within a measurement system. (N1.2)
- Be able to use measurements to find properties of shapes. (N1.2)
- Be able to apply results of calculations using measurements. (N1.3)
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
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)
4
Collection and Presentation of Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to collect
- organise and present data for a specific purpose. (N1.1)
- Know ways of describing data. (N1.2,1.3)
5
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.
6
Contributing to Discussions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow and contribute to discussions. (C1.1)
7
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)
8
Developing Writing Skills - Report
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to write using punctuation, grammar and spelling.
- Be able to plan, draft and proof read a report suitable for the purpose and audience.
9
Discussion Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to contribute to a discussion. (CE2.1)
- Be able to follow discussions. (CE2.1)
10
Extracting Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to select relevant information from graphs, charts, tables and diagrams for a specific purpose. (N1.1 )
- Understand that the presentation of data can influence interpretation. (N1.1 )
- Be able to use information obtained from graphs, charts, tables and diagrams. (N1.2, 1.3)
11
Finding, Selecting and Exchanging Information Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that the choice of ICT sources will depend on the task. (ICT1.1)
- Be able to use ICT and other sources to locate and select information. (ICT1.2)
- Be able to enter and save information. (ICT1.2)
- Be able to send, receive and respond to ICT based information. (ICT1.2)
12
Following Instructional and Explanatory Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand instructional texts. (C1.2)
- Understand explanatory texts. (C1.2)
13
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.
14
Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task involving fractions, decimals and percentages. (N1.1)
- Be able to perform calculations involving decimal numbers in practical situations. (N1.2)
- Be able to apply knowledge of fractions. (N1.2)
- Be able to apply knowledge of percentages. (N1.2)
- Know strategies for checking answers to calculations. (N1.2)
- Be able to interpret the results of calculations involving decimals, fractions and percentages. (N1.3)
15
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)
16
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)
17
Obtaining Information and Opinions from Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand main points of texts.
18
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)
19
Positional Vocabulary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand positional vocabulary. (NE2.2)
20
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)
21
Probability
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that probability is an expression of likelihood. (N1.2)
- Be able to apply knowledge of probability. (N1.2,1.3)
22
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)
23
Ratios and Proportions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task involving use of ratio and proportion. (N1.1)
- Be able to apply knowledge of ratio as the number of parts. (N1.2)
- Be able to apply knowledge of direct proportion as the same rate of increase and decrease. (N1.2)
24
Reading for a Purpose
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise different purposes of text. (CE2.2)
- Use instructional texts.
25
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)
26
Reading for Purpose
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how language and other textual features are used to achieve different purposes.
- Understand that strategies for obtaining information will vary according to text and purpose.
27
Reading Graphical Material
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain information from graphical material. (NE3.1)
28
Speaking and Listening, Providing and Receiving Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand and respond to spoken language in a range of contexts. (C1.1)
- Be able to speak to communicate facts and opinions in a range of contexts. (C1.1)
29
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)
30
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)
31
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)
32
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)
33
Using Measurements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task involving measure. (N1.1)
- Be able to estimate and measure. (N1.1)
- Be able to apply data from measurements. (N1.3)
34
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)
35
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)
36
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.
37
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)
38
Whole Numbers, Problem Solving and Calculations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task involvingwhole numbers. (N1.1)
- Be able to perform calculations involving whole numbers in practical situations. (N1.2)
- Recognise negative numbers. (N1.1, 1.2)
- Be able to interpret and apply the results of calculations involving whole numbers. (N1.3)
39
Writing to Communicate Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan texts that communicate information. (C1.3)
- Be able to draft texts that communicate information. (C1.3)
- Be able to check own texts for accuracy, meaning and organisation. (C1.3)
40
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)
41
Writing to Describe
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan texts for a specific purpose. (C1.3)
- Be able to draft descriptive texts. (C1.3 )
- Be able to check own texts for technical accuracy, meaning and organisation. (C1.3)
42
Writing to Persuade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan persuasive texts. (C1.3)
- Be able to draft texts that persuade. (C1.3)
- Be able to revise text for accuracy and meaning. (C1.3)
43
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)
- 601/4119/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2014
- Operational End
- Feb 2029