Ascentis Level 1 Certificate In Progression

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a journey on public transport, taking into account factors such as time, cost, and accessibility.
• Make a journey on public transport, following the planned route and adhering to safety guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the social diversity of citizens within the local community, recognising different backgrounds, cultures, and needs.
• Understand the importance of active participation in the local community, including the benefits of volunteering, community involvement, and civic engagement.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the unit strengths and safe limits of alcohol consumption for an individual.
• Recognise the possible causes of alcohol misuse and its potential effects on the individual.
• Explain the effects that alcohol misuse can have on other people.
• Describe the health issues associated with alcohol misuse.
• Explain the potential effects of withdrawing from alcohol.
• Identify agencies that offer help and information about alcohol misuse.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the differences between various types of drugs and alcoholic drinks.
• Explain the causes of alcohol and drug misuse.
• Describe the physical and psychological effects of drug and alcohol misuse.
• Explain the implications of drug and alcohol misuse on others.
• Identify health issues associated with drug and alcohol misuse.
• Describe the effects of withdrawing from drugs and alcohol.
• Identify agencies that offer help and information related to alcohol and drug misuse.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare ground for planting, ensuring it is suitable for the chosen plants and promoting healthy growth.
• Plant various types of plants, following correct planting techniques and considering environmental factors.
• Prepare and turf an area, creating a level and aesthetically pleasing surface.
• Maintain amenity planting and grass, including watering, weeding, and pruning, to ensure their continued health and appearance.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain that people learn differently
• Identify own learning preferences
• Explain how learning styles affect approaches to learning and study
• Reflect on own approaches to learning

What you'll be able to do

• Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities within society
• Understand equal opportunity issues in relation to current legislation and best practice
• Understand the main functions of local and national government and their impact on citizens
• Know public services available in own local community and how to access them

What you'll be able to do

• Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities within society.
• Understand equality issues in relation to current legislation, including protected characteristics and discrimination.
• Understand the main functions of local and national government, including their roles and responsibilities.
• Know the public services available in own local community, including their purpose and how to access them.

What you'll be able to do

• Interpret information relevant to the assembly of units for interiors.
• Prepare components for assembly according to the given specification.
• Assemble components to meet the required specification.
• Finish the assembled unit to the required standard.
• Check the completed assembly for accuracy and quality.
• Understand the ways of working that ensure their own safety during the assembly process.
• Understand the ways of working that ensure the safety of others during the assembly process.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare a designated work area, ensuring it is safe, clean, and organised in readiness for assembly operations.
• Carry out assembly operations using mechanical components, following instructions and adhering to safety procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different types of behaviour and their potential impact on interactions with others.
• Know about self-esteem and how it can be enhanced through positive self-talk and actions.
• Know about stress, its causes, and strategies for reducing it, such as relaxation techniques and time management.
• Understand the need for effective time management and be able to implement strategies to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Understand personal strengths and interests and how they can be used to achieve personal and professional goals.

What you'll be able to do

• Assist with cleaning animal accommodation, following established procedures and using appropriate cleaning products.
• Assist with maintaining animal accommodation, including tasks such as replacing bedding, checking equipment, and reporting any damage or hazards.

What you'll be able to do

• Catch and restrain a small animal safely and humanely, using appropriate techniques and equipment.

What you'll be able to do

• Assist with receiving animal feed.
• Assist with storing animal feed correctly.
• Assist with preparing feed for small animals.

What you'll be able to do

• Assess the physical state of an animal, recognising signs of health and illness.
• Administer preventative care to animals, including feeding, grooming, and basic health checks.
• Deal with different animal emergency situations, following appropriate procedures and seeking professional veterinary assistance when necessary.

What you'll be able to do

• Assist with monitoring and caring for the health and well-being of animals.
• Assist with providing food and water for animals.

What you'll be able to do

• Use audio and/or video hardware and software to capture sequences, demonstrating competence in operating equipment and software.
• Use audio and/or video software tools to edit sequences, manipulating footage to achieve a desired outcome.
• Play and present audio and/or video sequences, ensuring appropriate playback settings and presentation techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Cook basic food items and dishes, demonstrating safe and hygienic food handling practices.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the relevant health and safety requirements for craft activities
• Demonstrate the safe and effective use of basic craft tools and materials
• Plan a craft activity, considering resources and safety
• Carry out a planned craft activity, following instructions and safety guidelines
• Reflect on own work, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare food for cold presentation
• Prepare food for cooking

What you'll be able to do

• Know the principal methods of cooking, including boiling, frying, grilling, baking and microwave cooking.
• Prepare ingredients, cook simple dishes using appropriate methods, and present them in an appealing manner.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the key elements of performance skills.
• Describe the importance of different performance skills.
• Participate in the preparation for a performance, taking on a designated role.
• Perform for an audience, demonstrating basic performance skills.

What you'll be able to do

• Know own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities, providing specific examples of each.
• Know how different types of information can be used to evidence own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities, such as qualifications, work samples, and references.
• Build a portfolio of personal achievements and qualities, including relevant documentation and evidence.
• Produce a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that effectively highlights own skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Identify personal goals, both short-term and long-term, related to education, career, and personal development.
• Understand the value of a portfolio in personal, educational and career development, including its use in showcasing skills and achievements to potential employers or educational institutions.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the benefits of effective communication in a business environment, including improved productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Know about different forms of communication used in business, such as written, verbal, and electronic communication.
• Know about the importance of effective communication in teams, including collaboration and conflict resolution.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and importance of a Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Complete a CV using an appropriate format and structure.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise own qualities, skills, interests and achievements, and how they relate to career options.
• Identify sources of careers information, including online resources and careers advisors.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate knowledge of how to wash or bathe babies and young children safely and effectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the correct procedures to follow when feeding young children, including hygiene and safety considerations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of how to dress children appropriately for different weather conditions and activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of how to respond to a baby or child’s need for sleep and rest, including creating a suitable environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the basic needs of a baby, including feeding, hygiene, comfort, and emotional support.
• Know the need for regular developmental and health checks for babies, including vaccinations and monitoring of growth and milestones.
• Identify why immunisation is necessary for babies, understanding its role in protecting against infectious diseases.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about hand tools used in carpentry
• Use face and edge marks accurately
• Saw timber accurately to a marked line
• Plane timber to a required finish
• Use a chisel safely and effectively

What you'll be able to do

• Know about different research methods and their suitability for different types of project.
• Carry out a practical research project, following a defined methodology.
• Report back on project findings clearly and concisely, using appropriate methods of presentation.

What you'll be able to do

• Safely restrain a small animal for the purpose of conducting a health check.
• Complete a basic health check on a small animal, observing key indicators.
• Know the signs of good health in a small animal, including normal behaviour, appearance, and vital signs.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use relevant tools and equipment for checking and maintaining car tyres.
• Check tyre pressures on a car using appropriate tools.
• Adjust tyre pressures on a car to the recommended levels.
• Check tyre tread depth on a car using appropriate tools.
• Identify when tyres need replacing based on tread depth.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use appropriate materials and equipment for checking and maintaining fluid levels in a car engine.
• Check and maintain fluid levels in a car engine, following manufacturer's instructions and safety procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Use relevant tools and equipment safely and effectively when checking and maintaining tyres.
• Understand how to maintain road wheels and tyres on a motor vehicle to ensure safety and performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare effectively for clearing and weeding a garden area
• Clear and weed an area of a garden safely and effectively
• Tidy the garden area effectively after clearing and weeding activities

What you'll be able to do

• Locate facilities within the college or learning environment.
• Identify members of staff and describe their roles within the college or learning environment.
• Identify reasons for attending college or a learning environment.
• Understand own responsibilities as a student while at college.
• Understand the differences between college and a previous educational establishment.
• Identify and follow Health and Safety procedures within the college environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Locate key facilities within the college environment
• Identify key members of staff and understand their respective roles within the college
• Identify and explain the reasons for attending college and engaging with learning
• Understand own responsibilities as a student while at college
• Understand the key differences between college and a previous educational establishment
• Identify and understand relevant Health and Safety procedures within the college environment

What you'll be able to do

• Know how children and adults communicate with each other, recognising different methods
• Know why it is important to communicate effectively with children aged 0-3 years
• Know the role of the adult in encouraging children’s communication and language development
• Make a resource that will encourage a child’s communication skills

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the formal and informal lines of communication within own organisation, including reporting structures and communication channels.
• Understand the need to communicate effectively with others in the workplace, considering factors such as clarity, accuracy, and respect.
• Communicate with others about tasks in the workplace, including giving instructions, providing feedback, and asking questions.
• Know how conflict is dealt with in own organisation, including procedures for reporting and resolving disputes.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the different parts of a computer system.
• Define common computer terminology.
• Describe computer performance features.
• Describe computer operating systems.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the basics of computer security and privacy.
• Explain how to keep information secure on a computer.
• Explain how to protect self and family from online security threats.
• Describe how to keep a computer secure from threats.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare the work area, tools, equipment and materials required for constructing a cavity wall
• Demonstrate the skills and techniques used in constructing a cavity wall, including bricklaying, insulation installation, and wall tie placement
• Construct a cavity wall to the required specifications, ensuring structural integrity and thermal performance
• Leave the work area clean and tidy, disposing of waste materials appropriately and safely

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare to construct a half brick wall, ensuring all necessary materials, tools, and equipment are available and in good working order.
• Demonstrate the correct skills and techniques required for constructing half brick wide walls, including mixing mortar, laying bricks, and checking alignment.
• Construct a half brick wall to the required specification, ensuring it is level, plumb, and structurally sound.
• Leave the work area clean and tidy, removing all waste materials and ensuring tools and equipment are stored safely.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare effectively for constructing a one brick wide wall, ensuring all necessary materials and tools are available.
• Demonstrate the skills and techniques required for constructing one brick wide walls to a satisfactory standard.
• Construct a one brick wide wall, adhering to safety guidelines and industry best practices.
• Ensure the work area is left clean and tidy after completing the bricklaying task.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the differences between fiction and non-fiction writing styles and techniques
• Use personal experience as a source of inspiration and material for creative writing
• Use a range of stimuli, such as images, music, or objects, as a basis for creative writing
• Know about the process of drafting and re-drafting in creative writing to improve clarity and impact
• Know about the importance of choosing an intended audience for creative writing and tailoring the writing accordingly
• Reflect on own creative writing work, identifying strengths and areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare for composting and cultivation tasks, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are available.
• Make compost using appropriate materials and techniques for horticultural use.
• Use compost effectively in horticultural settings to improve soil quality and plant growth.
• Understand how to cultivate different soil types, recognising their properties and requirements.
• Know the different pH levels in soil and their effects on plant life, including how to adjust pH levels.
• Tidy the work area after completing composting and cultivation tasks, ensuring tools and materials are stored safely and appropriately.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the diverse uses of herbs in culinary, medicinal, and other applications.
• Understand the key factors to consider when selecting appropriate herbs for a particular site, including environmental conditions and soil type.
• Cultivate a variety of herbs using suitable methods and techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise the benefits of providing good customer service in the hospitality industry.
• Communicate effectively with customers in a hospitality environment, using appropriate language and behaviour.
• Understand the importance of good personal presentation when working in the hospitality industry.

What you'll be able to do

• Enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Retrieve and display data records to meet requirements, using appropriate search and filtering techniques

What you'll be able to do

• Work with decorative paints and glazes safely, adhering to relevant health and safety guidelines.
• Prepare the work area for decorative painting tasks, ensuring it is clean, organised, and protected.
• Produce a range of decorative paint effects on interior walls, following instructions and demonstrating appropriate techniques.
• Store materials, tools, and equipment used for decorative painting in a safe and organised manner.
• Re-instate the work area after completing decorative painting tasks, leaving it clean and tidy.

What you'll be able to do

• Obtain information relevant to design tasks from various sources.
• Insert and combine different types of information effectively for design purposes.
• Use design software tools to create original designs.
• Use design software tools to manipulate and edit existing designs.

What you'll be able to do

• Obtain and insert various types of information into designs or images
• Utilise design and imaging software tools to manipulate and edit drawings or images effectively

What you'll be able to do

• Use appropriate designs and page layouts for a publication.
• Input text and other information into a publication.
• Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format a publication.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications, considering the target audience and purpose.
• Input and combine text and other information within publications, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications, enhancing their visual appeal and readability.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the different branches of angling, including coarse, game and sea angling
• Know about the regulations relating to angling, including licences and permits
• Know about Health and Safety requirements when angling, including safe handling of equipment and awareness of surroundings
• Use angling equipment safely and effectively in a specific branch of angling
• Select and use appropriate bait for a specific branch of angling

What you'll be able to do

• Follow health and safety rules when working with animals
• Describe the natural behaviour and original habitat of a range of domesticated animals and the implications of this for their care
• Recognise a range of behaviours in both animals and humans and explain why they show these behaviours
• Explain how to look after a range of animals with reference to their feelings and physical needs

What you'll be able to do

• Follow relevant health and safety rules when handling animals, including hygiene procedures.
• Describe how to recognise different types of animal behaviour.
• Explain how to respond appropriately to different animal behaviours.
• Handle animals safely and appropriately, according to their needs and characteristics.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the impact of confidence on personal and professional life.
• Know what is meant by self-esteem and its importance.
• Understand different ways of building confidence and self-esteem.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the benefits to the organisation of providing good customer service.
• Understand the possible consequences of providing poor customer service.
• Understand the value of making positive first impressions on customers.
• Understand how to use positive verbal and non-verbal communication when interacting with customers.
• Understand that treating each customer with respect is fundamental to good customer service.
• Understand their role in dealing with complaints from customers, following organisational procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand reasons for feeling confident and lacking confidence.
• Understand effective participation in social situations.
• Understand ways to manage stress.
• Set goals for own development.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the hand tools used in basic plumbing processes and their functions.
• Know the materials and components used in basic plumbing processes and their applications.
• Know the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used in basic plumbing processes and their importance.
• Apply safe working practices to perform plumbing operations, ensuring personal and others' safety.
• Work responsibly with others as part of a team, demonstrating effective communication and collaboration.
• Seek and respond to guidance when working as part of a team, demonstrating a willingness to learn and improve.

What you'll be able to do

• Use practical skills and techniques effectively for a chosen activity.
• Plan and execute an activity, including identifying resources and managing time.
• Understand the health and safety requirements to undertake chosen craft activities safely and responsibly.
• Review own development of practical skills and identify areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify possible employment options based on own skills and interests
• Complete an application form accurately and effectively
• Create a straightforward Curriculum Vitae (CV) that highlights relevant skills and experience
• Understand how to conduct self professionally at interview
• Locate job and training opportunities in a local area
• Plan for future career development, setting realistic goals

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the value and benefits of listening to children in various contexts.
• Actively listen to children, demonstrating appropriate techniques.
• Understand the importance of acknowledging children’s feelings and needs when listening to them.
• Ask appropriate and relevant questions when listening to children to gain further understanding.
• Understand the intention and purpose of listening to children in different situations.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the value and benefits of actively listening to children, including improved communication and trust.
• Listen to children without interrupting, allowing them to express themselves fully.
• Understand the importance of acknowledging children's feelings and needs when listening to them.
• Ask appropriate and open questions when listening to children to encourage further communication.

What you'll be able to do

• Know a range of hand tools used in gardening, including their purpose and safe usage.
• Use a range of common garden hand tools effectively and safely.
• Maintain a range of common garden hand tools, ensuring they are clean and in good working order.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain why personal fitness is important for overall well-being.
• Describe the role that exercise plays in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Identify the role of a balanced diet in promoting personal good health and well-being.
• Explain the importance of personal hygiene and good grooming practices.
• Identify the basic issues related to sex education and contraception.
• Demonstrate how to take responsibility for own health and lifestyle through action planning for the future.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different types of garden and allotment produce, including fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
• Control weeds effectively using appropriate methods, such as manual removal or chemical treatments.
• Propagate plants using various techniques, such as cuttings, seeds, or division.
• Grow and care for plants grown from seed, including sowing, watering, and feeding.

What you'll be able to do

• Know different soil types, including their characteristics and properties.
• Know different garden habitats, such as flower beds, vegetable patches, and wildlife areas.
• Know the role of wildlife in the garden ecosystem.
• Prepare soil for planting, including improving drainage and adding nutrients.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe different types of digital technology and their applications
• Explain the principles of digital audio and its uses
• Explain the principles of digital video and its uses
• Explain the principles of digital photography and its uses
• Identify career opportunities for those with digital technology experience, outlining required skills and qualifications

What you'll be able to do

• Identify aspects of past history in their local area
• Recognise how to obtain simple historical information from different sources
• Create a record of findings related to local history

What you'll be able to do

• Know the meaning of the term ‘diversity’ and its various dimensions.
• Know about diverse groups and practices within society, including different cultures, religions, and lifestyles.
• Know about similarities between different groups, highlighting shared values and common humanity.
• Know some of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination, including social exclusion and inequality.
• Recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society, promoting understanding and appreciation.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the differences between some types of drugs and alcoholic drinks, including their classifications and common names
• Know some of the causes of alcohol and/or drug misuse, including social, environmental, and personal factors
• Know some of the physical and/or psychological effects of drug and alcohol misuse on the individual
• Know the implications of drug and/or alcohol misuse on others, including family, friends, and the wider community
• Know the health issues associated with drug and alcohol misuse, including short-term and long-term effects
• Know the effects of withdrawing from drugs and/or alcohol, including potential symptoms and risks
• Know of agencies offering help and information related to drug and alcohol misuse, including contact details and services provided

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare for electronic assembly activity by gathering necessary components, tools, and documentation.
• Assemble electronic components correctly and safely, following instructions and adhering to relevant safety guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a range of human emotions, both in oneself and in others.
• Recognise factors that can influence emotions, such as stress, fatigue, and personal experiences.
• Know about techniques to help deal with strong emotions, such as relaxation techniques and seeking support.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify human emotions.
• Recognise factors that can influence emotions.
• Describe techniques to help deal with strong emotions.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the importance of an employment contract in defining the terms and conditions of employment.
• Know where to find key information on a payslip, such as gross pay, deductions, and net pay.
• Know about the national minimum wage and its implications for different age groups and types of employment.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about employment legislation, including key laws and regulations.
• Know about statutory and contractual employment rights, including entitlements and protections.
• Know about the key elements of a contract of employment, including terms and conditions.
• Know about the implications of breach of contract for both employer and employee.
• Know about the key information on a payslip, including deductions and net pay.

What you'll be able to do

• Engage in discussion with others, demonstrating effective communication skills

What you'll be able to do

• Understand why environmental sustainability is important for individuals, communities, and the planet.
• Know about the ‘Three Rs’ of sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle, and their practical application.
• Know about the correct disposal of different types of waste, including recycling procedures and safe disposal methods.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the meaning of the term ‘equality’
• Understand the meaning of the term ‘diversity’
• Understand the importance of equality and diversity
• Understand equality and diversity legislation

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different types of family units and the roles within them.
• Explain some of the causes and effects of problems in family life.
• Describe their personal responsibilities to family members within the family unit.
• Recognise that family members have changing needs throughout their lives.
• Develop their own strategies for future direction and personal development as a member of the family unit.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate how to fix and fit furniture components in a specified location, following instructions and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate how to check the final fitting of an interior unit to ensure it is secure, level, and aesthetically pleasing.

What you'll be able to do

• Interpret information from plans, drawings, and specifications related to work surface installation.
• Check that the work area is ready for positioning the work surface/s, ensuring it is clean, clear, and appropriately prepared.
• Secure work surface/s in position using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring stability and alignment.
• Understand the ways of working that ensure their own and other’s safety during the installation of work surfaces, including risk assessment and hazard identification.

What you'll be able to do

• Know basic hygiene rules
• Store different types of food
• Know when food should be discarded

What you'll be able to do

• Know different types of food service, including table service, buffet service, and takeaway service
• Serve food to customers in a professional and efficient manner
• Work effectively in a food service area, following established procedures and guidelines

What you'll be able to do

• Plan and prepare thoroughly for participation in a Further Education enrichment activity
• Review and reflect constructively on own experience of participating in a Further Education enrichment activity

What you'll be able to do

• Know about different styles of tops and their construction techniques.
• Know about the sewing skills required to make different types of tops.
• Select appropriate fabrics for constructing a specific top design.
• Accurately use a pattern for a top.
• Fit and sew a simple top, following instructions and using appropriate techniques.
• Review the finished top and identify areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Join fabric when constructing a garment, using different seam types and techniques.
• Distribute fullness in fabric, using techniques such as gathers, pleats, and darts.
• Hem and edge fabric, using different methods to create a neat and durable finish.
• Use fastenings, including buttons, zips, and hook-and-eye closures.
• Know about health and safety requirements in the sewing environment, including safe use of equipment and materials.

What you'll be able to do

• Perform basic hand sewing techniques, such as threading a needle, knotting thread, and using different stitches.
• Use a sewing machine safely and effectively, including threading the machine, winding a bobbin, and adjusting stitch settings.
• Construct a simple sewn artefact, such as a cushion cover or tote bag, following a pattern or instructions.
• Know about Health and Safety issues related to sewing, including safe use of equipment and handling of materials.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify equipment required for garment making.
• Interact effectively with others during garment making activities.
• Make a garment following a given design.
• Apply appropriate processes to tackle basic problems encountered during garment making.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify trees that are commonly found in a specific area
• Identify wild plants that are commonly found in a woodland area
• Identify common tracks or signs left by living creatures in a woodland environment
• Understand the importance of preserving natural woodland habitats and ecosystems

What you'll be able to do

• Use writing to communicate effectively, conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely.
• Use grammar and punctuation correctly in written communication, ensuring accuracy and clarity of meaning.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate the ability to groom a small animal, following appropriate procedures and guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand methods of group and team communication, including verbal, non-verbal, and written communication techniques.
• Understand how to use communication to maintain good working relationships with group and team members, including active listening and constructive feedback.
• Understand roles within the team, including leadership, support, and specialist roles.
• Complete a task as part of a team, demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Review a task as part of a team, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Assist a stylist with technical services, following their instructions and adhering to salon procedures.
• Shampoo a client’s hair, using appropriate products and techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Maintain a clean and hygienic home environment, including cleaning schedules and appropriate cleaning products.
• Care for clothing, including washing, drying, and ironing techniques.
• Understand the need for basic personal hygiene practices, such as handwashing and showering.
• Maintain a healthy body through diet and exercise.
• Understand the importance of regular eye tests for maintaining good vision.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about Health and Safety procedures in the workplace, including emergency procedures and reporting protocols.
• Observe safe working practices in accordance with Health and Safety regulations and organisational policies.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the common types of accidents that occur in the construction industry
• Know about methods for minimising hazards and risks in construction environments
• Know about the different types of safety equipment used in construction and their purpose
• Know about relevant health and safety legislation and regulations applicable to construction sites

What you'll be able to do

• Know about safe conduct in construction environments, adhering to established procedures and protocols.
• Know about common hazards present in construction environments, recognising potential risks and dangers.
• Know about the purpose and use of safety equipment in construction, ensuring personal protection and preventing accidents.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the Health and Safety requirements relevant to their work environment, including legislation and organisational policies.
• Recognise risks in their work environment, identifying potential hazards and assessing their severity.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the components of personal fitness, including physical activity and exercise.
• Know about the principles of healthy eating and the importance of a balanced diet.
• Know about the importance of personal hygiene and grooming practices for maintaining health and wellbeing.
• Know about sex education and contraception methods for responsible sexual health.
• Take responsibility for own health and lifestyle choices, making informed decisions to promote wellbeing.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe methods of safeguarding home, personal possessions and self.
• Describe the action that needs to be taken when finding a fire.
• Respond appropriately to a fire drill.
• Identify general fire detection devices.
• Describe how to cope appropriately with an accident.
• Describe when and how to contact their local GP/Health Centre.
• Describe how to summon the emergency services.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the main functions of the skeletal and muscular systems within the human body.
• Know the main functions of the cardio-respiratory systems within the human body.
• Know the essential requirements of a healthy and balanced diet for maintaining well-being.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the sequence of growth and development from birth to old age, recognising key milestones and changes.
• Know factors that affect growth and development, including environmental, social, and biological influences.
• Know that different experiences affect emotional and social development, and how these experiences can shape an individual's behaviour.
• Know ways in which a child learns to communicate, including verbal and non-verbal methods.

What you'll be able to do

• Use a variety of sources of information, including written, oral and electronic sources, to meet specified requirements.
• Access, search for, select and use Internet-based information effectively.
• Assess the fitness for purpose of Internet-based information.
• Select and use appropriate IT tools to communicate and exchange information with others.
• Use IT to communicate and exchange information clearly and accurately.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use appropriate software applications to meet specific requirements.
• Enter, develop, and format different types of information using IT software to suit its meaning and purpose.
• Present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience, using appropriate IT tools.
• Review completed work and the IT tools selected, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Interact with and use an IT system effectively to meet specific needs
• Organise, store, and retrieve information appropriately within an IT system
• Understand the importance of adhering to safety and security practices when using IT systems
• Respond appropriately to common problems encountered when using IT systems

What you'll be able to do

• Know the location of major engine and chassis components in a vehicle.
• Know the major internal engine components and their functions.
• Know the major cooling system components and their functions.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and locate basic external car parts, such as headlights, taillights, and bumpers.
• Identify and locate basic internal car parts, such as the steering wheel, dashboard, and seats.

What you'll be able to do

• Obtain information for images from various sources.
• Insert information into images.
• Combine different pieces of information within images.
• Use imaging software tools to create images.
• Use imaging software tools to manipulate images.
• Use imaging software tools to edit images.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate the ability to speak up confidently in a group situation
• Recognise and understand their own decisions and choices
• Identify the rights and responsibilities of themselves and others in various situations
• Demonstrate the ability to negotiate effectively to achieve a desired outcome
• Understand the benefits and advantages of being assertive

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the concept of confidence, including its importance in personal and professional life.
• Understand how effective communication skills can contribute to improving self-confidence and building positive relationships.
• Know about decision-making processes and the associated emotions and feelings that can influence choices.
• Know how having clearly defined goals and targets can increase confidence and motivation.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different types of exercise and fitness activities.
• Describe the benefits of participating in regular exercise and fitness activities.
• Participate in a range of exercise and fitness activities.
• Evaluate own performance in exercise and fitness activities.
• Identify areas for improvement in own fitness levels.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different ways of learning and identify preferred learning styles.
• Set realistic learning targets that are achievable and measurable.
• Review own performance in meeting learning targets and identify areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise the functions of different types of shops, such as supermarkets, department stores, and specialist shops.
• Identify items needed to furnish a home, considering essential household goods and personal preferences.
• Use a budget for shopping, prioritising needs and making informed purchasing decisions.
• Behave appropriately in shops, demonstrating respect for staff and other customers.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the definition of a community and its various aspects
• Identify the use of different buildings and facilities within their own local area
• Apply independent living skills effectively within their own community
• Identify the range of facilities and services available to members of the community
• Understand their own responsibilities as an active and engaged member of a community

What you'll be able to do

• Correctly and safely use indoor games equipment
• Interact effectively with others during indoor team games
• Carry out set tasks as part of an indoor team game
• Know the meaning of game tactics used in indoor team games
• Use safe working practices when participating in indoor team games
• Review own performance and personal skills demonstrated during indoor team games

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the facilities available within their own learning environment
• Describe relevant Health and Safety Procedures within the learning environment
• Demonstrate the ability to use the library or learning resource centre effectively
• Develop a personal study plan, outlining goals and strategies
• Demonstrate effective participation in group work within a learning situation

What you'll be able to do

• Know the main features of fabric screen-printing equipment, including the function of each component.
• Know the main elements of fabric screen-printing procedures, including preparation, printing, and finishing.
• Use the fabric printing machine safely and effectively, and recognise common errors in the printing process.
• Know the essential safety features of the working methods for fabric screen-printing, including the use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of materials.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise and understand their own personal skills and attributes
• Understand the importance of effective time management
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of stress in themselves and others
• Understand the different types and forms of criticism
• Demonstrate the ability to identify confident behaviour in themselves and others
• Understand the role and impact of body language in communication
• Understand the differences between aggressive, passive, and assertive behaviour

What you'll be able to do

• Distinguish advertisements from other media content
• Understand how advertisements are used to sell products

What you'll be able to do

• Speak up in a group situation with confidence, expressing own views clearly and respectfully.
• Identify own decisions and choices in different situations.
• Describe the rights and responsibilities of self and others in given situations.
• Negotiate effectively to achieve a desired outcome in a given situation.
• Understand the implications and benefits of assertiveness and self-control in interpersonal interactions.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and functions of a range of business organisations, including different types of ownership and their objectives.
• Demonstrate understanding of the main business administration tasks, such as record keeping, communication, and customer service.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and range of care work, including different settings and client groups.
• Understand the skills required for care work, such as communication, empathy, and problem-solving.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the tools, equipment and materials commonly used in carpentry and joinery.
• Interact with others in a polite, respectful and appropriate manner.
• Work safely and correctly, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for specific carpentry and joinery projects.
• Review own performance in carpentry and joinery tasks, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the range of catering establishments and their purpose, including restaurants, cafes, and catering companies.
• Understand the importance of food safety in catering, including hygiene practices, food handling procedures, and temperature control.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and range of child care work, including different settings and age groups.
• Understand the skills required for working in a child care setting, such as communication, safeguarding, and first aid.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a range of customer-focused roles available in the local area
• Demonstrate how to create a positive first impression on customers through appearance and behaviour
• Interact positively with customers, using effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Explain the importance of working within given rules and procedures in a customer service environment

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the benefits of providing good customer service to the organisation.
• Understand the possible consequences of providing poor customer service to the organisation and its reputation.
• Understand the value of creating positive first impressions with customers.
• Understand how to use positive verbal and non-verbal communication techniques when interacting with customers.
• Understand that treating each customer with respect is fundamental to providing good customer service.
• Understand their role and responsibilities in dealing with complaints from customers in a professional manner.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the role of a parent in the family unit, including responsibilities and expectations
• Know the rights of children in a family unit, including the right to safety, care, and education
• Understand the importance of listening to children and giving choices, promoting their autonomy and self-esteem
• Know ‘difficult’ behaviour in children of different ages, recognising the underlying causes and triggers
• Know techniques for dealing with difficult behaviour in children, using positive reinforcement and consistent discipline
• Understand how children learn through daily family activities, such as play, conversation, and shared experiences
• Understand own needs as a parent, including the importance of self-care and seeking support when needed

What you'll be able to do

• Provide appropriate physical care for children of different ages, considering their developmental needs
• Choose appropriate clothing and footwear for children, taking into account weather conditions and activities
• Understand the importance of establishing and maintaining a child’s daily routine for their well-being and development

What you'll be able to do

• Know the differences between various types of drugs, including their legal status.
• Know the potential causes of drug misuse.
• Recognise the physical and psychological effects of drug misuse on an individual.
• Identify the impact that drug misuse may have on other people.
• Identify common health issues associated with drug misuse.
• Know the potential effects of withdrawing from different types of drugs.
• Identify agencies that offer help and information on drug misuse.

What you'll be able to do

• Know what constitutes a balanced diet for children and young people, including the different food groups and their importance.
• Know common food allergies and their effects on children and young people, including symptoms and management strategies.
• Know food restrictions that affect the diets of religious and cultural groups, and how to accommodate these restrictions when planning meals.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different kitchen utensils and equipment and describe their uses.
• Understand the importance of preparing balanced nutritious meals for health and well-being.
• Prepare a range of hot and cold drinks safely and hygienically.
• Recognise food that does not need to be cooked and explain why.
• Prepare simple hot and cold snacks, following basic recipes and safety guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and safe use of various tools used in garden maintenance activities
• Maintain a garden, performing tasks such as weeding, planting, and pruning
• Understand the importance of regular lawn maintenance, including mowing and feeding
• Understand the correct and environmentally responsible methods of garden waste disposal, including composting and recycling

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the roles of different group members working together.
• Communicate verbally with group members effectively.
• Recognise the importance of listening to others within group situations.
• Recognise the importance of co-operation when working in group situations.
• Respond appropriately to praise.
• Respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
• Describe relationships within own team.

What you'll be able to do

• Unpack stock in a retail environment.
• Move stock safely within a retail environment.
• Store stock safely in a retail environment.
• Fill up stock on display in a retail environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate how to project a positive impression of self to customers.
• Demonstrate how to project a positive impression of the organisation to customers.
• Communicate effectively with customers.
• Deal with customer enquiries effectively.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the purpose and content of story sacks.
• Describe how to produce a story sack and its contents.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the differences between various news media formats, such as print, broadcast, and online platforms.
• Understand why news producers choose particular news items for publication or broadcast, considering factors such as audience interest and news value.
• Understand the use of images in news reporting, including their role in conveying information and influencing audience perception.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise a range of tools and equipment commonly used in plastering
• Identify a range of materials used in plastering, including their properties and applications
• Identify the range of backgrounds that commonly receive plaster, and their preparation requirements
• Prepare a surface for plastering, ensuring it is clean and suitable for application
• Explain floating techniques used in plastering
• Apply plaster to a surface, demonstrating basic techniques

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare food safely and hygienically, taking account of Health and Safety regulation
• Store food safely and hygienically to prevent contamination and spoilage
• Recognise “use by” dates and understand their significance
• Prepare nutritious food that meets the dietary needs of children and young people
• Present food in a way that is attractive to children and young people, considering factors such as colour, texture and arrangement

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise different forms of embryo plants, such as seeds and spores.
• Know potential sources of embryo plants, including commercial suppliers and natural environments.
• Plant embryo plants appropriately, considering factors such as soil type, depth, and spacing.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose and range of different types of retail businesses, including their objectives and target markets.
• Understand the various roles and activities performed within retail businesses, including customer service, sales, and stock management.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe how to cross a road safely.
• Walk to a specified destination safely.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a range of different types of relationships and family lifestyles.
• Describe the qualities which help people to form positive and consensual relationships.
• Explain that individuals have rights and responsibilities within a relationship.
• State the relevant laws in relation to sex and sexuality.
• Identify the main parts of the human body related to sex and reproduction.
• Describe different methods of contraception.
• Identify agencies that are able to give help, advice and treatment on contraception and sexual health.
• Communicate effectively about sex, sexuality and relationships, using appropriate language.

What you'll be able to do

• Use an internet browser and search engine to locate a shopping website.
• Use a shopping website to make an online purchase.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the requirements of taking part in a training course, including attendance and participation.
• Understand the organisation’s need for rules and regulations within the training environment.
• Take part in assessment procedures as required by the training course.
• Take part in team games and activities, demonstrating effective teamwork skills.
• Be aware of the different agencies and employers who work with the training provider, and their roles.
• Understand the importance of commitment and regular attendance for successful completion of the training course.

What you'll be able to do

• Take a cutting from a plant using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Root plant cuttings using suitable methods, such as rooting hormone and propagation trays.
• Plant cuttings into appropriate growing media, ensuring proper spacing and depth.
• Cultivate plant cuttings by providing adequate water, light, and nutrients.
• Leave the work area in a safe condition after cultivating plant cuttings, ensuring tools are cleaned and stored properly and waste is disposed of correctly.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the correct procedures for cleaning work areas in a retail environment.
• Understand how to dispose of waste and rubbish safely and hygienically in a retail environment.
• Ask for help and report accidents or emergencies in the workplace.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the structure of the hospitality industry, including different sectors and types of organisations.
• Know the career opportunities available in the hospitality industry, including entry requirements and progression routes.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different types of legal and illegal substances.
• Describe the impact of the use and misuse of substances on individuals.
• Describe the impact of the use and misuse of substances on society.
• Identify sources of help and support available to those who misuse substances.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the key activities involved in job seeking.
• Match personal skills and abilities with the requirements of different jobs.
• Describe the process of applying for a job, including completing application forms and writing covering letters.
• Explain interview skills and procedures, including preparation and appropriate behaviour.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the definition of a community and its key characteristics.
• Know the location of key buildings in own local area.
• Know the use of key buildings in own local area.
• Know the location of facilities in own local area.
• Know the use of facilities in own local area.
• Know the location of services in own local area.
• Know the use of services in own local area.
• Access community facilities of interest to self.
• Understand how an individual can contribute to a community through various actions.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about vehicle care and maintenance procedures, including checking fluid levels and tyre pressure
• Carry out vehicle care and maintenance checks, following manufacturer's instructions
• Identify when specialist advice is needed for vehicle maintenance or repair
• Obtain specialist advice from qualified mechanics or vehicle technicians when appropriate
• Know the main controls of a vehicle and their functions, including steering, braking, and acceleration

What you'll be able to do

• Analyse how own personal attributes have affected current situation to date, considering both positive and negative influences
• Identify information resources relevant to future opportunities, including education, training, and employment
• Set realistic and achievable personal goals, using a recognised goal-setting framework
• Understand the practical implications of pursuing personal goals, including potential challenges and required resources

What you'll be able to do

• Understand your own current situation, including personal circumstances, skills, and aspirations.
• Make effective use of available information resources to identify a range of opportunities relevant to personal goals.
• Set realistic and achievable personal goals, aligned with individual aspirations and capabilities.
• Understand the practical implications of pursuing personal goals, including potential challenges and required resources.
• Make detailed plans to achieve personal goals, outlining specific steps and timelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the purpose and content of story sacks, including their potential benefits for learning.
• Produce a story sack and its contents, selecting appropriate materials and resources.
• Use a story sack effectively to engage children in storytelling and learning activities.
• Encourage reading for meaning and comprehension through the use of story sacks.
• Use prompt cards within story sacks to develop literacy skills in children.
• Know about sequencing skills and how story sacks can be used to develop them.
• Use story sacks to identify language opportunities and promote language development.
• Evaluate the use of story sacks in terms of their effectiveness and impact on learning.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the difference between positional power and personal power in relationships.
• Know about appropriate and inappropriate behaviour in power relationships.
• Understand the benefits and difficulties of giving and receiving support from others.
• Know the key behaviours that contribute to good teamwork, such as communication and cooperation.
• Use active listening skills effectively in a conflict situation.
• Understand how conflicts can develop and escalate in relationships.
• Understand the concept of impartiality and its importance in resolving conflicts.

What you'll be able to do

• Interact with others in familiar social situations, demonstrating appropriate social skills.
• Interact with others in familiar social situations, applying learned social skills effectively.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify own learning goals
• Describe opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals
• Plan a programme to achieve learning goals
• Describe the learning environment
• Follow the learning programme and review progress
• Review the learning programme

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how times are written in different formats, including 12-hour and 24-hour clocks.
• Calculate using time, including addition, subtraction, and elapsed time.
• Read temperatures on different scales, such as Celsius and Fahrenheit.
• Understand metric units of measurement for length, weight, and volume.
• Use instruments for measurement, such as rulers, scales, and measuring jugs.
• Read scales on measuring instruments accurately.
• Recognise common 2D representations of 3D objects, such as plans and elevations.
• Find the perimeters of shapes, including regular and irregular shapes.
• Find the areas of rectangles using appropriate units.

What you'll be able to do

• Use a range of motor vehicle hand tools safely and effectively for basic tasks
• Operate motor vehicle workshop equipment, such as jacks and lifts, under supervision
• Identify different types of locking and securing devices used on motor vehicles
• Explain the purpose and function of various locking and securing devices used on motor vehicles

What you'll be able to do

• Plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet identified needs, considering target audience and purpose.
• Obtain and manipulate content, including text, images, audio, and video, to build multimedia outcomes.
• Use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content to meet requirements, ensuring accessibility and usability.
• Present multimedia outcomes effectively, using appropriate delivery methods and engaging presentation techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the equipment and materials used in needle/textile crafts.
• Complete tasks in needle/textile crafts, following instructions and using appropriate techniques.
• Work safely when undertaking needle/textile craft activities, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
• Review own needle/textile work, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key differences between organic and conventional growing systems in terms of practices and principles.
• Understand various organic soil management techniques used to maintain soil health and fertility.
• Use appropriate organic crop protection techniques to prevent and manage pests and diseases in horticultural settings.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a range of local leisure activities and understand how to access them.
• Participate actively in local leisure activities.
• Recognise the key benefits of participating in leisure activities, such as improved physical and mental wellbeing.
• Understand how to maintain health and safety when participating in leisure activities.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different job roles within a vocational area, including the responsibilities and skills required for each role.
• Use relevant skills and knowledge in a vocational context, demonstrating competence in practical tasks.
• Understand Health and Safety requirements relevant to a vocational context, adhering to safe working practices.
• Comment on strengths and areas for improvement when working in a vocational context, providing constructive feedback.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different job roles within a specific vocational area.
• Use relevant skills, knowledge and personal qualities when participating in a vocational taster activity.
• Understand the health and safety requirements relevant to a specific vocational context.
• Reflect on own suitability for a job role within a chosen vocational context.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand what is meant by income and expenditure, and be able to identify different sources of income and types of expenditure.
• Understand ways to deal with living on a limited budget, including prioritising needs, reducing expenses, and seeking financial assistance.
• Undertake financial transactions, such as using cash, cheques, debit cards, and online banking.
• Understand key financial information on everyday documents, such as bank statements, utility bills, and payslips.
• Understand what saving means, and be able to identify different saving options and their benefits.
• Understand a simple budget plan, and be able to create and manage a personal budget.

What you'll be able to do

• Define the terms income and expenditure.
• Describe ways to deal with living on a limited budget.
• Demonstrate how to undertake financial transactions.
• Interpret key financial information on everyday documents.
• Explain what saving means.
• Produce a simple budget plan.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the meaning of income and expenditure in the context of personal finance.
• Identify and record own income and expenditure.
• Recognise the difficulties individuals may face when coping with a limited budget.
• Understand the advantages of effective shopping strategies for managing personal finances.
• Demonstrate how to complete cheques and money orders accurately.
• Check statements, receipts and payslips to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Understand how 'interest' works on different saving schemes.
• Identify own requirements for budgeting and financial planning.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and evaluate own strengths, qualities, skills and abilities relevant to career planning.
• Identify and utilise sources of information, advice and guidance available for career planning.
• Explain how own abilities relate to potential learning progressions and career opportunities.
• Develop a plan for transition to the next stage of education, training or work, considering personal goals and aspirations.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand your own strengths, qualities, skills, and abilities, and how these are transferable to different career paths.
• Know about various sources of information, advice, and guidance available in relation to career planning and development.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about a range of skills used in daily life, such as communication, problem-solving, and time management.
• Know about different approaches to problem solving and their application in various situations.
• Understand how to set realistic and achievable personal goals.
• Know about available support networks and how to access them.
• Know about different methods of communicating effectively with others.
• Understand how key factors such as self-esteem, motivation, and resilience contribute to personal development.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify own strengths and weaknesses
• Identify own skills and investigate ways of self-improvement
• Describe their current life situation and relationships
• Set personal objectives and make action plans for self-improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Use a software package to process digital photographs, applying basic editing techniques to enhance image quality and appearance.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals
• Know about opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals
• Plan a programme to achieve learning goals
• Know about the learning environment
• Review progress as a learner
• Review the plan to achieve personal goals

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how previous skills and experience contribute to future learning and development.
• Seek advice and guidance for own learning needs from appropriate sources.
• Understand the purpose and value of negotiating own learning programme with tutors or mentors.
• Review the learning programme in the context of own needs and development, making adjustments as necessary.

What you'll be able to do

• Know facts about the brain and its functions related to learning.
• Understand how learning takes place, including different learning styles and processes.
• Understand own learning profile, including strengths and areas for development.
• Make plans to use learning skills effectively to achieve personal learning goals.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to manage a personal budget effectively.
• Understand how to find out about benefit entitlement.
• Understand how to read a range of bills, including utility bills and other household expenses.
• Understand the different ways to pay bills, including online banking, direct debit, and cash payments.
• Understand how to use a bank account, including making deposits, withdrawals, and checking balances.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the nature and importance of personal relationships
• Demonstrate the ability to represent their own needs and wishes effectively in different contexts
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with others in an appropriate and respectful manner

What you'll be able to do

• Take part in an initial screening process to identify learning needs.
• Complete an assessment process to determine current skill levels.
• Know and describe their own preferred learning style and how it impacts learning.
• Develop an action plan with clear steps to achieve a personal learning goal.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the different conflicts that may occur frequently.
• Know about the possible negative and positive outcomes of conflict.
• Know about the causes of conflict.
• Understand the emotions and physical responses experienced during a conflict.
• Recognise the types of behaviours that may affect a conflict situation.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the process of warming up and relaxation techniques for physical activities.
• Use improvisation and role-play techniques to develop performance skills.
• Create a short performance piece, demonstrating physical performance skills.
• Comment on own work, identifying strengths and areas for development.
• Know health and safety requirements to undertake physical activity, including risk assessments and safe working practices.

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a short walk, considering factors such as route selection, safety precautions, and weather conditions.
• Participate in short walks, following instructions and adhering to safety guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the main costs involved in running a home.
• Compare fuel prices in order to get the best deal.
• Understand the costs involved in furnishing a new home.
• Communicate a change of address to relevant organisations.
• Organise the transport of possessions to a new home.

What you'll be able to do

• Select a suitable visitor attraction based on the needs and preferences of a given visitor.
• Plan a detailed itinerary for a day trip to the chosen visitor attraction, including travel arrangements and timings.
• Present the planned itinerary in a clear and organised manner.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the resources required to make machined products, including materials, tools, and equipment.
• Plan the manufacture of a machined product, including selecting appropriate materials, processes, and tools.
• Prepare for producing a machined product, including setting up equipment and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Produce a machined product to the required specifications, demonstrating competence in machining techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise and describe their own strengths and areas for development.
• Set realistic and achievable personal goals.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the different components of physical fitness, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility
• Assess own fitness level using appropriate methods and techniques
• Plan a personal fitness programme based on own fitness assessment and goals
• Use own fitness programme, following the planned activities and schedule
• Identify potential barriers that may affect achievement of fitness goals
• Overcome barriers that may affect achievement of fitness goals, using appropriate strategies
• Review own fitness programme, evaluating progress and making adjustments as needed

What you'll be able to do

• Produce a simple design for planting a decorative container, considering factors such as colour, texture, and plant compatibility.
• Prepare for planting a decorative container, including selecting appropriate compost, tools, and plants.
• Plant and maintain a decorative container, ensuring the plants thrive and the container remains visually appealing.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare adequately for plastering tasks, ensuring the work area is suitable
• Describe the skills and techniques used in plastering, including relevant terminology
• Apply plaster to a surface, demonstrating appropriate techniques
• Ensure the work area is left clean and tidy after plastering activities

What you'll be able to do

• Define the meaning of the terms ‘prejudice’ and ‘discrimination’
• Demonstrate an awareness of stereotypical attitudes
• Identify the consequences of prejudice and discrimination
• Explain the importance of Equal Opportunities Policies

What you'll be able to do

• Know about behaviour required in the workplace.
• Understand the communication skills required for production processes.
• Understand how teamworking skills help in the working environment.
• Use simple production equipment and tools.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore possible career options based on personal interests and skills.
• Understand employers’ needs and expectations regarding skills, qualifications, and work ethic.
• Understand trainers’ needs and expectations regarding commitment, learning, and behaviour.
• Complete a job application form accurately and effectively.
• Complete a training application form accurately and effectively.
• Create a CV that highlights relevant skills and experience.
• Understand how careers services can assist in providing advice and information about job opportunities.
• Understand how other agencies can assist in providing advice and information about training opportunities.
• Understand how to conduct oneself at interview to make a positive impression.
• Identify job opportunities in a local area through various sources.
• Identify training opportunities in a local area through various sources.
• Prepare a simple realistic career action plan for future job prospects.
• Prepare a simple realistic career action plan for future training prospects.
• Understand the purpose of records of achievement in documenting skills and qualifications.
• Understand the purpose of progress files in tracking learning and development.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the structure of the organisation and its overall purpose.
• Understand the expectations of employers and trainers regarding behaviour and performance in the workplace.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose of an interview in the context of employment or other selection processes.
• Understand how to prepare effectively for an interview, including researching the organisation, anticipating potential questions, and planning appropriate attire.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the methods used to remove different types of decorative coverings from ceiling and wall areas.
• Remove decorative coverings from a ceiling or wall area safely and effectively, using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Prepare the ceiling or wall surface for decoration by filling holes, cracks, and imperfections.
• Sand the prepared surface to create a smooth and even finish.
• Apply primer or sealant to the prepared surface as required.
• Leave the work area clean and tidy, removing all waste materials and equipment.