Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa · RQF Entry Level
Certa Entry Level Award in Work Preparation for Land-Based Industries (Entry 3) (QCF)
You don’t just earn this. You learn to use it, one-to-one, on your own real work.
- LevelRQF Entry Level
- Total credits6
- Guided learning60 hours
- Units in this qualification58
Awarded by Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa · on the Ofqual register
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What each unit actually teaches you to do
These are the units Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
Applying for a JobReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know different methods of applying for a job.
- Know why job application forms are used by employers.
- Complete a job application form.
Building working relationships with colleaguesReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know why it is important to get on well with colleagues.
- Work with employers and/or managers.
- Work with peers in the workplace.
CV WritingReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose of a CV.
- Understand what a CV contains.
- Complete a CV.
Check that a Small Animal is HealthyReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Restrain and complete a health check on a small animal.
- Know the signs of good health in an animal.
Communication in the workplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about ways of communicating.
- Know the methods used to communicate different types of information in the workplace.
- Use communication skills.
Coppicing Woodland TreesReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the purposes of coppicing woodland.
- Know about coppice trees.
- Use health and safety procedures when working in coppice woodland.
- Use and care for coppicing hand tools.
Cultivating Compost and SoilsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for composting and cultivation tasks.
- Make and use compost in horticulture.
- Cultivate different soils.
- Know pH levels and the effects on plant life.
- Tidy the work area, after composting and cultivation tasks.
Cultivating HerbsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the use of herbs.
- Know some factors to consider when selecting herbs to grow on a particular site.
- Cultivate herbs.
Cultivating Plant CuttingsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Take a cutting
- Root plant cuttings
- Plant cuttings
- Cultivate plant cuttings
Customer CareReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of good customer care.
- Provide good customer care.
- Communicate positively with customers.
- Understand the importance of keeping to organisational policies and practice.
Dealing with Conflict in a WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about causes of conflict in a work situation.
- Know about how conflict in a work situation can be prevented.
- Know the types of behaviour that are unacceptable in a work situation.
Developing Confidence Working With AnimalsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Follow relevant health and safety rules when handling animals.
- Deal with animal behaviour.
- Handle animals.
Developing Skills for Using and Maintaining Garden ToolsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know a range of hand tools used in gardening.
- Use a range of common garden hand tools.
- Maintain a range of common garden hand tools.
Developing an Awareness of Soil Types and Garden HabitatsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know different soil types.
- Know different garden habitats.
- Know the role of wildlife in the garden.
- Prepare soil for plants.
Developing meeting skillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the format of a meeting.
- Prepare for meetings.
- Contribute to a meeting.
Environmental AwarenessReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the impact of humans on the environment.
- Know about the impact of global warming on people and the environment.
- Know about the importance of sustainable energy.
Environmental SustainabilityReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know why environmental sustainability is important.
- Know about the key principles of sustainability.
- Know about the correct disposal of waste.
Exploring job opportunitiesReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Identify suitable job opportunities
Freshwater EcologyReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the water cycle.
- Know about the effects of pollution on bodies of water.
- Know the common species of plant in freshwater environments.
- Know the common species of freshwater invertebrates.
- Collect freshwater samples.
Garden Horticulture SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about things that grow in a garden or allotment
- Propagate plants
- Prepare an outside growing bed
- Grow and care for plants
Garden Maintenance SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about tools and equipment needed for garden maintenance
- Maintain a garden
- Know the importance of lawn maintenance
- Know about the correct methods of garden waste disposal
Garden Pests, Disease and Weed ControlReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the importance of pest, weed and disease control.
- Know pest, disease and weed control methods.
- Prepare for tasks related to pest, disease and weed control.
- Use pest, disease and weed control methods.
- Tidy a work area used in pest, disease and weed control.
Getting to Know WoodlandsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Identify trees common to an area.
- Identify wild plants common to a woodland area.
- Identify common tracks or signs left by living creatures.
- Understand the importance of preserving natural woodland.
Groom a Small AnimalReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Groom a small animal
Health and Safety in a Practical EnvironmentReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the health and safety requirements relevant to their work environment.
- Know the procedure for dealing with accidents and emergencies in the work environment.
Improving own learning and performanceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Show an awareness of different ways of learning.
- Set realistic learning targets.
- Review own performance in meeting learning targets.
Interview SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare to be interviewed.
- Respond to the interviewer’s questions.
- Recognise effectiveness of own performance in an interview.
Introduction to Amenity Horticulture SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know relevant tools used in amenity horticulture.
- Prepare land for planting and sowing.
- Plant and maintain plants.
- Prepare and turf an area.
Introduction to Enterprise SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand own strengths as an enterprising person and ways to improve enterprise skills.
- Understand the characteristics of a successful entrepreneur.
Introduction to Land Based IndustriesReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the structure and working patterns of Land-Based Industries.
- Know about different types of career opportunities available in Land-Based Industries.
- Develop and demonstrate an appropriate skill in Land-Based Industries.
Introduction to Practical Floristry SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know how types and colours of flowers are used in the design of floral arrangements.
- Make a floral arrangement.
- Make a buttonhole.
Introduction to Propagation of PlantsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise different forms of embryo plants.
- Know potential sources of embryo plants.
- Plant appropriately.
Introduction to Pruning Trees and ShrubsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for pruning a tree/shrub.
- Carry out pruning of the selected tree/shrub.
- Clear and tidy work area after pruning.
Maintaining Garden HabitatsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know some garden habitats.
- Understand the role of wildlife in the garden.
- Encourage wildlife which is useful in the garden.
Maintaining SoilReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the content of soil.
- Know some soil types.
- Prepare soil for plants.
Oral Presentation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Plan an oral presentation.
- Give an oral presentation.
- Review the presentation.
Organic HorticultureReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the advantages to the environment of organic horticulture methods.
- Know about features of sustainable horticulture practice.
- Know about the economic benefits of organic horticulture.
Outdoor Craft Skills using Natural MaterialsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Use Health and Safety procedures in outdoor craft work for self and general public.
- Carry out a craft project using outdoor materials.
- Use a range of craft techniques.
- Review own work.
Personal presentation in the workplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know conventions for personal presentation in the workplace.
- Demonstrate appropriate personal presentation for the workplace.
Planning and reviewing learningReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Identify what they need to improve to help them achieve their goals
- Identify their targets and plan how to meet them
- Carry out their plan and review progress
Plant Selection for HorticultureReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Know the characteristics of plants, used in horticulture.
- Select plants for specific use and locations.
- Know about what plants need to get established and grow healthily.
Planting in a ContainerReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Plan planting schemes for decorative containers
- Prepare the planting container and maintain
- Plant the chosen plants
Problem Solving Skills for WorkReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise a problem in the place of work.
- Identify a solution to a problem in the place of work.
Recognise Trees and PlantsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise common plants
- Recognise common trees
Recognise Trees and Plants and their Importance to WildlifeReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise common trees.
- Recognise common plants.
- Know the benefits of trees and plants to wildlife.
Recognise Types and Parts of the Body of Small AnimalsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise species and parts of the body of small animals.
- Maintain health and safety when handling small animals.
Recognising and Respecting Diversity in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise that there are differences and similarities between people.
- Recognise key responsibilities in relation to promoting equality in the workplace.
- Recognise discrimination at work.
Recognising prejudice and discriminationReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise discrimination and the impact on individuals and the workplace.
Responsible Work PracticeReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the requirements of the workplace.
- Understand the importance of positive attitudes and behaviours at work.
- Understand the importance of positive attitudes and behaviours at work.
Rights and responsibilities in the workplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand that employees have rights in the workplace
- Understand that employees have responsibilities in the workplace
Show Visitors around a Small Animal EnterpriseReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Show visitors round a small animal unit.
- Deal with visitor queries.
Sowing and Growing PlantsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Use indoor sowing techniques (frame/greenhouse)
- Use outdoor sowing techniques
- Maintain and transplant seedling plants
- Use specific plant growing processes
Teamwork SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how roles and responsibilities can be allocated within a team.
- Understand how to contribute to a team discussion.
- Understand how to participate in a team activity.
- Review own contribution to the team.
Tree Planting and StakingReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for planting and staking a tree.
- Carry out planting and staking of the tree.
- Clear and tidy work area after planting.
Understanding Change in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand that organisations need to respond to change and new directions.
- Understand the impacts of change in the workplace.
Understanding Opportunities in Work Based LearningReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise work based learning.
- Identify learning opportunities in the work place.
Understanding Structures in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of organisational objectives and values.
- Understand the need for effective communication routes within an organisation.
- Recognise the way in which decisions are made in relation to organisational structure.
Work ExperienceReal unit · Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for their work experience placement.
- Work appropriately in their role.
- Review their work experience placement.
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You’ve started things before
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Every credit is a stamp you keep
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How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for Certa Entry Level Award in Work Preparation for Land-Based Industries (Entry 3) (QCF)
58 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Open College Network Yorkshire and Humber Region trading as Certa.
- Applying for a Job
- Building working relationships with colleagues
- CV Writing
- Check that a Small Animal is Healthy
- Communication in the workplace
- Coppicing Woodland Trees
and 52 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
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Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
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