WJEC
Level 2
QN: 601/3993/6
Curriculum Active
WJEC Level 2 Certificate In Essential Skills for Work and Life
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 560 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
44 Units
Guided Hours
560 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Calculations with Measure
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how formulae are used in calculations. (N2.2)
- Be able to use formulae in practical situations. (N2.1) (N2.2)
- Be able to apply the results of calculations using measurements. (N2.3)
2
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)
3
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)
4
Collection, Presentation and Interpretation of Continuous Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the nature of discrete and continuous data.
- Know how to collect
- organise and present continuous data for a specific purpose. (N2.1, N2.3)
- Know ways of describing continuous data statistically. (N2.2)
5
Collection, Presentation and Interpretation of Discrete Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the nature of discrete and continuous data.
- Know how to collect
- organise and present discrete data for a specific purpose. (N2.1, N2.3)
- Know ways of describing data statistically. (N2.2)
6
Contributing to Discussions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow and contribute to discussions. (C1.1)
7
Critical Reading
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the main points and lines of argument or reasoning in complex texts. (C3.2 C3.3)
- Understand how writers use language to convey meaning which is not explicit. (C3.2, C3.3)
- Be able to critically compare texts. (C3.2, C3.3)
8
Developing and Presenting Information Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to enter and edit information using ICT. (ICT1.3)
- Be able to organise information according to purpose. (ICT1.3)
- Be able to develop and amend information. (ICT1.3)
- Be able to use ICT to present information for a purpose and an audience. (ICT1.3)
9
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.
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
Finding, Selecting and Exchanging Information using Information and Communication Technology ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to find and select ICT and other resources to carry out a specified activity. (ICT2.1, ICT2.2)
- Be able to use a range of ICT-based and other sources of information. (ICT2.1, ICT2.2)
- Be able to enter, save and organise information. (ICT2.2)
- Be able to exchange information using ICT. (ICT2.2)
13
Following Instructional and Explanatory Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand instructional texts. (C1.2)
- Understand explanatory texts. (C1.2)
14
Following Safe and Healthy Working Practices when Using ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know and use safety measures when using ICT. (ICT1.1)
- Understand the need to backup copies of work. (ICT1.1)
- Understand security measures that need to be taken when using ICT. (ICT1.1)
- Know how to use the internet safely. (ICT1.1)
15
Following Safe and Healthy Working Practices when using Information and Communication Technology ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow recommended safety practices when using ICT. (ICT2.1)
- Know how to protect data from loss when using ICT. (ICT2.1)
- Understand security measures that need to be taken when using ICT. (ICT2.1)
- Understand online safety measures. (ICT2.1)
16
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)
17
Giving a Formal Presentation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to plan a formal talk or presentation. (C3.1, ICT3.1)
- Be able to research and prepare for a presentation. (C3.1, ICT3.2)
- Be able to give a formal presentation. (C3.1, ICT 3.3)
- Be able to evaluate own performance. (C3.1)
18
Giving a Presentation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to plan for a talk or presentation. (C2.1, C2.2)
- Understand how to organise material for a talk or presentation. (C2.1, C2.3)
- Be able to give a talk or presentation. (C2.1)
- Be able to evaluate own performance.
19
Interpretation of Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how graphical information can be used as a source for data. (N3.1)
- Be able to collect organise and analyse discrete and continuous data. (N3.1, N3.2, N3.3)
20
Number
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use indices in number operations. (N3.2)
- Be able to solve a multistage problem involving number. (N3.1, N3.2, N3.3)
21
Obtaining Information and Opinions from Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand main points of texts.
22
Probability
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the applications of probability calculations.
- Understand the relationship between theoretical probabilities, observed outcomes and sample sizes. (N2.2)
- Be able to use probability of combined events to inform decisions. (N2.3)
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 locate and select source documents and texts for a specific purpose. (C2.2)
- Be able to identify main points and specific detail. (C2.2, C2.3)
- Know how to evaluate texts in relation to purpose. (C2.2)
25
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.
26
Reading, Researching and Reporting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to locate relevant information. (C3.2, ICT3.2)
- Understand complex documents. (C3.2, C3.3)
- Be able to synthesise information from two or more documents. (C3.2, C3.3, ICT3.3)
- Know how to reference source materials.
27
Speaking and Listening - Providing and Receiving Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to overcome barriers to effective speaking and listening.
- Understand and respond to spoken language.
- Be able to speak to communicate in a range of contexts.
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
Taking Part in Formal Discussions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare for a discussion. (C2.1, C2.2)
- Be able to take part in a purposeful group discussion. (C2.1)
- Be able to reach consensus. (C2.1)
- Be able to evaluate the discussion. (C2.1)
30
The Purpose and Intention of Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the main points and arguments in texts. (C2.2)
- Understand how language and layout are used in writing to convey argument and opinion. (C2.2)
- Be able to understand the purpose and intentions of texts. (C2.2)
31
Using ICT Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a practical problem or given task requiring the use of ICT. (ICT1.1)
- Be able to use hardware, software and onscreen icons for a specific purpose. (ICT1.1)
- Be able to save and retrieve data. (ICT1.2)
- Be able to solve problems occurring when using ICT. (ICT1.1)
32
Using Information and Communications Technology ICT
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan for how ICT can be used to address multi-stepped activities. (ICT2.1)
- Be able to use a range of hardware and software for a specific purpose. (ICT2.1)
- Be able to manage file and folder structures. (ICT2.1)
- Be able to solve problems when using ICT. (ICT2.1)
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 Time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to specify and describe a practical activity, problem or task involving time. (N1.1)
- Know how to acquire data regarding time. (N1.1)
- Be able to calculate using time. (N1.2)
- Be able to interpret the results of calculations involving time. (N1.3)
35
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)
36
Writing a Complex Document
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to prepare an extended piece of writing. (C3.2, C3.3)
- Be able to plan, and structure writing. (C3.3)
- Be able to complete and evaluate a piece of extended writing. (C3.3, ICT3.3)
37
Writing Persuasive Text
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to plan a piece of persuasive writing. (C2.3)
- Be able to draft persuasive writing. (C2.3)
- Know how to edit and revise persuasive writing to produce a final version. (C2.3)
38
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)
39
Writing to Convey Information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to plan both formal and informal writing. (C2.3)
- Be able to write texts conveying information. (C2.3)
- Know how to edit and revise text to produce a final accurate version. (C2.3)
40
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)
41
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)
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3993/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2014
- Operational End
- Feb 2029