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    Ascentis Vocational Employability & Work Skills

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    The ASCENTIS Vocational Employability & Work Skills specification covers 14 topics with 48 learning objectives (600/8501/0). Use the topic browser below to explore subtopics, exam tips, common mistakes, and key terminology for each area of the course.

    • 14 topics
    • 48 learning objectives
    Ofqual Regulated: 600/8501/0
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    Official Regulatory Specification

    Regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England

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    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/8501/0
    Awarding Organisation
    Ascentis
    Regulatory Type
    Other Life Skills Qualification
    National Level & Units
    Vocational • 14 units
    Sector Subject Area: Preparation for work
    This qualification is officially accredited under the national framework. Credits and certified outcomes are recognised by employers, further education colleges, and training providers throughout the UK.

    Qualification Units

    14 units

    How this qualification is graded

    Assessment follows the awarding organisation’s published requirements. Check the exact unit methods and grading rules with your provider.

    Customer Care

    Understand the principles of good customer care.. Be able to provide good customer care.. Be able to communicate positively with customers.

    4 learning outcomes

    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.

    2 learning outcomes

    Responsible Work Practice

    Be able to maintain punctuality in a working environment.. Be able to maintain personal appearance requirements for work.. Understand legal requirements on mis

    4 learning outcomes

    Community project

    Be able to agree a suitable community project. Be able to plan a suitable community project. Be able to contribute to a risk assessment for the project

    5 learning outcomes

    Communication Skills in Preparing for Work

    Be able to identify career or work options.. Be able to complete applications for work or training.. Be able to present self at an interview.

    4 learning outcomes

    Health and Safety in a Practical Environment

    Be aware of relevant health and safety requirements, procedures and equipment.. Recognise and manage risk by following safe working practices.

    2 learning outcomes

    Oral Presentation Skills

    Be able to plan an oral presentation.. Be able to give an oral presentation taking into account purpose and audience.. Be able to give and receive feedback on a presentation.

    3 learning outcomes

    Financial Literacy: Budgeting and Money Management

    Know about sources of income.. Know about outgoings and expenditure.. Understand the use of personal budgets.

    3 learning outcomes

    Work Experience

    Understand the structure and purpose of the organisation.. Understand own role within organisation.. Maintain acceptable conventions for personal presentation and behaviour in the workplace.

    5 learning outcomes

    Undertaking an Enterprise Project

    Select an appropriate enterprise project for a particular target market.. Appreciate the unit cost of, and how to set the price for, their product or service.. Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of effective marketing.

    4 learning outcomes

    Dealing with Problems in daily life

    Know how to recognize a straightforward problem and identify ways to tackle it. Be able to plan and carry out activities to tackle a problem. Be able to carry out a review of their methods and the skills they used in tackling the problem

    3 learning outcomes

    Recognising and Respecting Diversity in the Workplace

    Understand how recognising and respecting individual differences and diversity contributes to a positive environment in the workplace.. Understand key responsibilities in relation to promoting equality in the workplace.. Understand the importance of challenging discrimination at work.

    3 learning outcomes

    Planning and Reviewing Learning

    Be able to plan to meet targets.. Be able to follow a plan to meet targets and improve performance.. Be able to review own progress and achievements.

    3 learning outcomes

    Working as a Team

    Understand the factors that contribute to effective team work.. Understand how to contribute to a team discussion.. Understand how to participate in a team activity.

    3 learning outcomes

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