Ascentis Vocational Employability & Work Skills

Applying for a job

This subtopic equips learners with the practical skills needed to effectively search for and apply for entry-level jobs. It focuses on understanding job adverts, gathering personal information, completing application forms accurately, and preparing simple supporting documents. Mastery of these activities builds foundational employability, enabling individuals to present themselves confidently to potential employers.

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Introduction to customer care

Understand what customer care means in the workplace. Understand own role in providing customer care

CV Writing

This subtopic introduces learners to the purpose and structure of a CV, focusing on why a CV is important for job applications and how to complete one in an appropriate format. Learners will understand the key sections of a CV, such as personal details, education, work experience, and skills, and will practice presenting their information clearly and professionally. The practical application is to enable learners to create a CV that effectively markets their strengths to potential employers.

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Oral Presentation Skills

Understand strategies and techniques for oral presentations. Plan an oral presentation taking into account purpose and audience. Know how to give an oral presentation taking into account purpose and audience

Developing personal confidence and self awareness

This element focuses on building learners' understanding of personal confidence, enabling them to recognise what influences their self-belief in different contexts. It equips them with practical strategies for participating effectively in social situations and managing stress, which are fundamental skills for both everyday life and future employment. Learners will also develop the ability to set and pursue personal development goals, fostering self-awareness and proactive self-improvement.

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Preparing for interviews

Know how to prepare for an interview. Know how to listen effectively in an interview. Know how to respond appropriately to questioning in an interview

Exploring job opportunities

Decide on suitable job options

Developing Presentation Skills

This element introduces learners to the fundamental purposes and varieties of presentations in workplace and training contexts. It covers the essential elements of planning, structuring, and delivering a clear presentation, with a focus on building confidence and communication skills at Entry Level 3. Learners will also reflect on their own performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement, fostering lifelong employability skills.

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Effective communication for work

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamentals of effective verbal and non-verbal communication in a workplace context. It focuses on selecting appropriate communication methods for different tasks and audiences, supporting colleagues through clear information exchange, and accurately following spoken and written instructions. Mastery of these skills is essential for teamwork, safety, and productivity in any entry-level role.

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Introduction to working with others

Confirm what the group is going to do and help plan how to do it. Work with others towards achieving the shared goals. Identify ways he/she helped to work towards the group’s goals, and how to improve his/her work with others

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Exploring job opportunities

This subtopic introduces learners to the concept of job opportunities and how to identify them. It focuses on helping learners understand their own skills and interests and how these can be matched to potential job roles. Learners will also develop the ability to communicate their findings to a familiar person, such as a tutor or support worker, which is a key employability skill.

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ICT for employment

Be able to appreciate their own technology skills and recognise how their experience meets the ICT skills need in different job roles.. Know how to use a range of ICT equipment safely and how to use software commonly found in a work situation.

Health and safety in the workplace

Understand Health and Safety rights and responsibilities. Understand the health and safety requirements of employers. Understand how to prevent and deal with accidents

Exploring job opportunities

This subtopic develops learners' ability to identify and investigate job roles that align with their personal interests, strengths, and circumstances. They learn to use simple research methods, such as online job searches, talking to people, or visiting workplaces, to gather information about duties, entry requirements, and conditions. The practical focus is on making informed choices and agreeing realistic job options with a supervisor or tutor to support progression into voluntary or paid work.

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Preparing for and giving a presentation

Understand how to improve their presentation skills. Prepare to give a presentation, Deliver a presentation. Review presentation skills

Food hygiene and safety

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamental principles of food hygiene and the practical implementation of food safety measures. It covers personal hygiene, safe food handling, cleaning, and temperature control to prevent contamination and ensure consumer safety. Practical application is essential for working in catering, retail, or any environment where food is handled.

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CV Writing

Understand the purpose of a CV. Know how to complete a CV in the appropriate format

Health and safety in the workplace

This element introduces learners to fundamental workplace health and safety principles, focusing on their individual rights, responsibilities, and correct emergency procedures. It equips learners with the knowledge to perform everyday tasks safely and to respond appropriately to common workplace hazards and incidents.

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Building confidence and self esteem

Understand what confidence and self-esteem are. Understand ways in which confidence and self-esteem can be damaged. Understand ways of building confidence and self esteem

Developing Presentation Skills

Understand the reasons for using presentations and the use of different types of presentation styles. Understand the key elements and skills involved in the preparation and delivery of a presentation. Be able to deliver a presentation

Rights and responsibilities at work

Understand that he/she has rights and responsibilities in the workplace

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Understanding what volunteering is all about

Understand that there are a range of volunteering opportunities. Understand the benefits of volunteering. Understand that volunteers have rights and responsibilities

ICT for employment

This element guides learners to self-assess their existing ICT skills and understand how these align with technology demands in various job roles. It emphasises the safe, practical use of common workplace hardware and software, building foundational digital competence for employment. Through hands-on activities, learners gain confidence in operating equipment and applying basic software functions to routine work tasks.

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Introduction to Retail Skills

Know the purpose and range of retail businesses. Know how to make a sale. Know how to work safely

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Effective communication for work

Be able to communicate appropriately for the workplace. Be able to choose a method of communication. Know how to use communication to support the work of others

Improving own confidence

This topic covers improving own confidence, including understanding confidence, communication skills, decision-making, and goal setting. It aims to help learners develop strategies to increase their confidence in employment contexts.

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Understanding work standards

Understand timekeeping and attendance requirements. Complete a given structured activity to the required standard

Introduction to Customer Care

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamental aspects of customer care, focusing on recognising the components of a positive customer experience, understanding its critical role in business success, and acknowledging individual responsibility in shaping that experience. It also covers practical strategies for promoting customer safety, a key element of care. Application includes direct interactions in retail, hospitality, or service settings, where learners actively demonstrate and reflect on their own contributions.

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Well-being for the Workplace

Know the meaning of well-being.2. Define the importance of well-being in the workplace.3.. Understand well-being activities and facilities.4. Set actions for a personal well-being action plan.

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Building on Volunteering to Develop a Career

Be able to describe own voluntary work. Be able to identify their personal development achieved through volunteering. Be able to summarise voluntary achievements

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Introduction to customer care

This subtopic introduces the fundamental principles of customer care within a workplace setting, focusing on the importance of meeting customer needs and maintaining positive interactions. Learners explore their individual responsibilities in delivering effective customer service, which is essential for customer satisfaction and business success.

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Introduction to Customer Care

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamental concept of customer care, focusing on identifying and meeting customer needs within their own organisation. It covers the essential skills for delivering excellent service, such as communication, problem-solving, and maintaining a positive attitude, which are directly applicable in entry-level roles across various sectors.

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Food hygiene and safety

Know about basic food hygiene. Know how food safety measures are implemented

Introduction to Safeguarding Children

Understand the needs and rights of children. Understand the signs and symptoms associated with possible child ab. Understand the importance of responding professionally to a child’s disclosure of ab

Introduction to Safeguarding Children

This element introduces learners to the fundamental principles of safeguarding children, emphasizing their rights, recognizing abuse, and the professional responsibilities required to protect them. It equips learners with practical knowledge of organizational safeguards, confidentiality, and safe working practices essential for anyone working with children, ensuring they can contribute to a safe environment.

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Managing personal finance

Understand sources of income and expenditure. Understand the need to balance income and expenditure. Know how to reduce expenditure

Awareness of protection and safeguarding in health and social care adults and children and young people, early years and childcare

This element introduces learners to the fundamental principles of safeguarding and protection within health and social care, early years, and childcare settings. It covers the legal and ethical responsibilities to protect vulnerable individuals, including adults at risk, children, and young people, from harm, abuse, and neglect. Learners will explore how to recognise signs of abuse, understand reporting procedures, and appreciate the importance of maintaining a safe environment.

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Introduction to working with others

This subtopic introduces learners to the principles of working with others, focusing on understanding roles within a team and carrying out their own identified role effectively. It emphasizes the importance of cooperation, communication, and responsibility in collaborative work environments, preparing learners for real-world employment settings.

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Maintaining work standards

This subtopic focuses on the fundamental workplace expectations of timekeeping, attendance, and completing activities to specified work standards in familiar contexts. Learners will develop the practical skills and understanding needed to meet employer expectations, including punctuality, reliability, and quality of work. The practical application is to prepare learners for real-world employment by instilling professional habits and the ability to follow instructions and work to required standards.

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Maintaining work standards

This subtopic focuses on developing essential workplace reliability by enabling learners to plan and consistently meet employer expectations for timekeeping, attendance, and task completion within familiar contexts. It builds the fundamental habits and self-management skills required for entry-level employment, ensuring individuals can demonstrate dependability and adherence to basic work standards.

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Managing personal finance

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamental concepts of managing personal finances, including identifying various sources of income and types of expenditure. It emphasises the importance of balancing income and expenditure to avoid debt, exploring practical strategies to reduce outgoings. Additionally, learners gain awareness of banking products and the implications of borrowing, equipping them with essential skills for financial independence and responsibility.

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Managing Personal Finance

This subtopic focuses on understanding personal financial management at a basic level, including identifying common sources of income such as wages or benefits and types of expenditure like bills and leisure. It also covers basic budgeting by matching income to outgoings to avoid debt, exploring the main products offered by banks and building societies, such as current and savings accounts, and evaluating the pros and cons of using borrowing options like loans or credit cards. These skills are essential for independent living and making informed financial decisions.

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Oral presentation skills

This subtopic focuses on developing the skills needed to plan and deliver effective oral presentations, with particular attention to the purpose of the presentation and the needs of the audience. Learners will explore strategies for structuring content, using appropriate language and non-verbal communication, and engaging listeners. Practical application includes preparing for real-world scenarios such as workplace briefings, team meetings, or customer-facing presentations, enhancing employability and communication competence.

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Oral Presentation Skills

This subtopic develops foundational oral presentation skills essential for workplace communication. Learners explore strategies such as structuring content, using visual aids, and adapting delivery to ensure clarity and engagement. The practical application includes preparing and delivering short presentations on familiar topics, building confidence for real-world employability scenarios.

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Planning and reviewing learning

This element introduces learners to the essential skills (e.g., communication, teamwork) and personal qualities (e.g., reliability, motivation) required for success in both work and everyday life. Learners engage in self-assessment to identify their own strengths and areas for improvement, then collaborate with a supporter to set specific, achievable targets and develop a clear action plan. The practical application involves actively following the plan, documenting progress, and reviewing achievements to demonstrate personal development and readiness for employment.

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Building confidence and self esteem

This subtopic explores the concepts of confidence and self-esteem, focusing on how they can be damaged and the strategies to build and maintain them. Learners will examine the feelings associated with confidence and self-esteem, and apply this understanding to enhance their employability and personal development.

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Preparing for and giving a presentation

This subtopic focuses on developing the skills needed to prepare for and deliver a presentation, including improving presentation skills, planning content, and reviewing performance. Learners will understand how to structure a presentation, use appropriate language and body language, and reflect on their delivery to identify areas for improvement. Practical application includes preparing and giving a short presentation to an audience, which is a key employability skill.

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Preparing for interviews

This subtopic equips learners with the fundamental skills required to approach job interviews with confidence. It covers practical preparation techniques, effective listening, appropriate responses to questions, the ability to ask pertinent questions, and self-reflection to improve future performance. Mastery of these skills is essential for progressing into employment or further training.

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Rights and responsibilities at work

This subtopic introduces learners to the fundamental rights and responsibilities that employees have in the workplace. It covers key areas such as fair treatment, health and safety, and the duty to follow reasonable instructions. Understanding these concepts is essential for developing professional behaviour and ensuring a safe and respectful working environment.

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Understanding what volunteering is all about

This subtopic introduces learners to the concept of volunteering, emphasizing the wide range of opportunities available across different sectors. It explores how volunteering benefits both the individual and the community, while also clarifying that volunteers have specific rights and responsibilities within their roles. Learners will gain practical insight into how these elements combine to create meaningful and safe volunteering experiences.

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Understanding work standards

This subtopic focuses on the fundamental employability skills of punctuality, regular attendance, and adherence to workplace standards. Learners will explore why these are essential for job retention and how to complete tasks to a prescribed quality, mirroring real-world expectations in entry-level roles.

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Planning and reviewing learning

Understand the skills and qualities needed for success in work and life. Identify his/her strengths and what he/she needs to improve. Identify his/her targets and plan how to meet them, with the person setting them

Awareness of protection and safeguarding in health and social care adults and children and young people, early years and childcare

Understand protection and safeguarding in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare

Communicating with others at work

This subtopic focuses on developing essential communication skills required in entry-level workplace environments. Learners will explore verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, active listening, and adapting communication styles to suit different colleagues and workplace situations, building confidence for effective interactions.

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Communicating with others at work

This subtopic equips learners with fundamental communication skills essential for successful integration into the workplace. It covers verbal, non-verbal, and listening techniques to interact effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers. Practical applications include following instructions accurately, asking relevant questions, and conveying information clearly to support task completion and team cooperation.

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Communication in the Workplace

Know about the lines of communication within own organisation. Understand the need to communicate effectively with others in the workplace. Know how to communicate with others about tasks in the workplace

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