What you'll be able to do

• Recognise own skills, knowledge and abilities
• Match own skills, knowledge, abilities and personal requirements with possible career paths
• Know routes available for own learning and development, in relation to possible career paths
• Plan own development
• Action own development

What you'll be able to do

• Identify own strengths in mathematics
• Identify areas to improve in mathematics
• Set personal targets for improvements in mathematics

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise the importance of establishing and maintaining good relationships with members of the public
• Describe methods used to assist members of the public with their enquiries and requests
• Explain how public services handle and respond to complaints from members of the public
• Assist members of the public effectively in a professional manner
• Review own effectiveness in assisting members of the public, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the meaning of the terms ‘mental health’ and ‘wellbeing’
• Understand how mental health issues can affect diverse groups of people
• Access support for mental health issues
• Foster good mental health and wellbeing in oneself

What you'll be able to do

• Understand career planning and progression opportunities within the public services
• Understand the skills, qualities and entry requirements for various roles within the public services
• Understand the application and selection processes for securing employment in the public services
• Complete an application form for a specific role within a chosen public service

What you'll be able to do

• Understand why security searches are conducted, including the purpose and objectives of different types of searches.
• Understand search skills and procedures, including techniques for effective searching and identifying potential threats.
• Understand the constraints and limitations of searching, including legal and ethical considerations.
• Carry out simulated security searches effectively, in a safe and legal manner, demonstrating appropriate search techniques and adherence to procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens within society
• Explain the function and role of public services within society
• Describe equal opportunities legislation and practices within society and the public services

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare collaborative technologies for use, ensuring they are set up correctly and ready for participants.
• Use collaborative technology safely and securely, adhering to relevant guidelines and protocols.
• Contribute to tasks using collaborative technologies, actively participating in group activities and discussions.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the importance of community and cultural awareness to public services.
• Describe the role of public services in promoting community cohesion.
• Describe the characteristics of being part of a community.
• Explain the concept of cultural diversity within a community.
• Identify different cultural groups within a community.
• Identify social and cultural problems that may exist in a community.
• Explain the effect of social and cultural problems on the work of the public services.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to plan the structure and content of web pages.
• Understand the key considerations when creating web pages, such as accessibility and usability.
• Utilise website software tools to structure web pages effectively.
• Format web pages to enhance readability and visual appeal.
• Publish web pages to a specified location, such as a web server.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the nature and importance of critical thinking in various situations.
• Recognise and explain the nature of assumption, bias and stereotyping in information and arguments.
• Describe how structure and style impact on the effectiveness of an argument.
• Formulate a coherent and well-supported argument on a given topic.
• Ask critical questions to analyse information and evaluate arguments.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the impact of confidence on individuals.
• Define the meaning of self-esteem.
• Describe various ways of building confidence and self-esteem.

What you'll be able to do

• Design a digital publication, considering its purpose and target audience.
• Input audio and video material elements effectively within a rich media publication design.
• Format and produce a rich media digital publication to a professional standard.

What you'll be able to do

• Design a digital publication that includes text and images.
• Input text and combine it with other digital media within a publication design.
• Edit, format and produce a digital publication.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify ways that human activities affect the environment.
• Understand the actions that people can take to benefit the environment.
• Identify different ways to reduce their carbon footprint.

What you'll be able to do

• Interpret and understand the requirements of an essay task
• Plan the structure and content of an essay effectively
• Research and gather relevant information for the purpose of essay writing
• Present information clearly and coherently in essay form, following appropriate conventions

What you'll be able to do

• Identify an ethical or political issue relating to horticulture, environmental conservation or animal care.
• Research the identified ethical or political issue.
• Present arguments or aspects of the differing views researched regarding the issue.
• Explain own views in relation to the ethical or political issue.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the green industries that offer career opportunities.
• Understand the range of employment opportunities available in green industries.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise why following instructions is important in different situations
• Follow simple instructions accurately and safely

What you'll be able to do

• Explain what is meant by ‘global warming’ and ‘climate change’, defining the key concepts and terminology.
• Describe the causes of global warming and climate change, identifying the main contributing factors.
• Explain the impact of global warming and climate change on the environment, outlining the potential consequences.
• Describe local, national and international action regarding climate change, identifying initiatives and strategies.
• Describe how to reduce personal impact on climate change, identifying practical steps and lifestyle changes.

What you'll be able to do

• Plan the use of digital software to improve productivity.
• Use digital systems and software efficiently to complete planned tasks.
• Review the selection and use of digital tools to make sure that work activities are successful.
• Use digital tools to improve personal productivity and time management.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the potential risks associated with using the Internet, including malware, phishing, and cyberbullying.
• Safeguard oneself and others when working online by implementing appropriate safety measures.
• Take precautions to maintain data security and protect personal information online.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the key elements that constitute a crime under criminal law.
• Describe the main fatal and non-fatal offences against the person, as defined by criminal law.
• Describe the main property offences, as defined by criminal law.

What you'll be able to do

• Apply variables effectively in computer programming.
• Utilise sequencing effectively in computer programming.
• Implement repetition/iteration effectively in computer programming.
• Apply Boolean expressions effectively in computer programming.
• Utilise selection effectively in computer programming.
• Plan, create and debug a simple computer program effectively.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain why public services seek to maintain the security of people, including the rationale behind security protocols.
• Explain why public services seek to maintain the security of information, including data protection and confidentiality.
• Explain why public services seek to maintain the security of premises and property, including access control and asset protection.
• Identify the skills required of individuals working in public security work, such as communication, observation, and conflict resolution.
• Identify the qualities required of individuals working in public security work, such as integrity, vigilance, and professionalism.
• Describe the security measures used in maintaining the physical security of people, such as personal protective equipment and evacuation procedures.
• Describe the security measures used in maintaining the physical security of information, such as encryption and access controls.
• Describe the security measures used in maintaining the physical security of premises and property, such as CCTV and alarm systems.
• Participate in a search in a thorough manner, ensuring all areas are checked systematically.
• Participate in a search in a systematic way, following a defined search pattern.
• Participate in a search in a safe way, adhering to health and safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Participate in a search according to legal requirements, respecting individual rights and privacy.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to develop personal learning skills to improve performance.
• Understand and use information from various sources effectively.
• Plan, manage, and produce work to meet specified requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Define the basic concepts of sustainability.
• Describe the importance of natural resources in relation to sustainability.
• Understand key challenges to sustainability in the world.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the purpose of law and the framework within which it operates
• Identify the main sources of English law
• Describe the functions of the main courts within the English legal system
• Identify the key personnel within the English legal system
• Explain the role of lay people in the English legal system

What you'll be able to do

• Understand sources of information relating to an environmental issue.
• Understand the causes of the environmental issue.
• Know how the environmental issue impacts on the environment.
• Understand ways the environmental issue is being, or could be, addressed.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise the reasons for making notes in different contexts
• Demonstrate the ability to use different note taking systems effectively
• Utilise notes effectively for a specific purpose, such as revision or report writing

What you'll be able to do

• Know why organisational skills are important for efficiency and effectiveness
• Select the most important task from a number of tasks that must be completed, using prioritisation techniques
• Complete a task with multiple steps on time, using planning and organisational methods

What you'll be able to do

• Know the communication skills required by the public services, including verbal and non-verbal communication
• Know the interpersonal skills required by the public services, including teamwork and empathy
• Understand the need for effective time management skills within the public services
• Demonstrate effective communication skills as used in the public services, such as active listening and clear speaking
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills as used in the public services, such as collaboration and conflict resolution

What you'll be able to do

• Plan research by defining a clear research question and identifying appropriate resources.
• Carry out the research plan, gathering and analysing relevant information.
• Present the findings of the research in a clear and concise manner.
• Review own skills in planning, carrying out and presenting research, identifying areas for development.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the key components of physical fitness, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility
• Explain the benefits of regular physical activity for overall health and well-being
• Plan a personal fitness programme that incorporates different types of exercise to improve fitness levels
• Use own fitness programme, following the plan and adjusting as needed
• Identify potential barriers that may affect the achievement of fitness goals, such as lack of time or motivation
• Describe strategies to overcome these barriers and maintain commitment to the fitness programme
• Review own fitness programme, evaluating progress and making adjustments as necessary
• Monitor and record progress towards fitness goals, using appropriate methods

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the characteristics of an effective team
• Explain the importance and benefits of teamwork in the public services
• Identify the different types of teams that exist in the public services
• Contribute effectively as a member of a team

What you'll be able to do

• Know about presentations and presentation styles
• Know about the elements and skills involved in the preparation of a presentation
• Know about the elements and skills involved in the delivery of a presentation
• Deliver a presentation
• Review own performance in preparing a presentation
• Review own performance in delivering a presentation

What you'll be able to do

• Understand factors that might influence problem solving, such as personal bias or lack of information
• Use evidence to assist problem solving effectively
• Apply problem solving processes in a structured manner

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a project to promote sustainability in a chosen environment
• Undertake a sustainability project
• Present the results of a sustainability project
• Reflect on the sustainability project

What you'll be able to do

• Know about different types of emergency incidents that public services respond to
• Know about the roles and responsibilities of different public services in responding to incidents
• Know about the command and control systems used by the public services at incidents, including communication protocols
• Work effectively as a team member in a simulated public service incident scenario, following instructions and contributing to the team effort

What you'll be able to do

• Select an appropriate project topic, ensuring it aligns with personal interests and available resources.
• Investigate the project area, gathering relevant information and data to support the project.
• Produce a project report, documenting the project process, findings, and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.

What you'll be able to do

• Use punctuation to aid understanding
• Use grammar to aid understanding

What you'll be able to do

• Read and interpret different types of texts.
• Recognise that texts can have different purposes.
• Use features of texts to find out specific information.
• Identify the main points and ideas presented in a text.
• Use organisational and structural features to locate information within a text.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of resilience in overcoming challenges and setbacks
• Develop resilience through specific strategies and techniques
• Develop resilience skills to cope with difficult situations and maintain well-being

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose of academic examinations and their role in assessment.
• Establish a suitable study environment conducive to effective revision.
• Use a range of revision techniques to consolidate learning.
• Maintain personal health and well-being when undertaking academic revision and examination preparation.
• Take an academic examination, demonstrating appropriate examination techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Communicate effectively with others in a range of situations.
• Present information effectively to others using appropriate methods.
• Obtain information from others through active listening and questioning.
• Engage in discussion, contributing relevant points and respecting different viewpoints.

What you'll be able to do

• Find correct spellings using a variety of resources, such as dictionaries, spell checkers, and online tools.
• Understand own spelling strengths and weaknesses to identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain a personal spelling programme to develop and improve spelling skills over time.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise and describe different uses for spreadsheets in various contexts.
• Enter data accurately and efficiently into a spreadsheet.
• Create and use multiple worksheets within a workbook to organise data.
• Use formulas in a spreadsheet to calculate data, including basic arithmetic operations.
• Present data in graphical form using appropriate chart types.
• Sort and manage data in a spreadsheet using filtering and sorting techniques.
• Print a spreadsheet, ensuring it is formatted correctly and easy to read.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe how to support sustainability in an office environment.
• Support sustainability practices in an office environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about sustainability issues in a chosen sector or industry.
• Know how sustainability can be improved in a specific sector or industry.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the rules and regulations of a chosen sporting activity
• Know about the equipment required for a chosen sporting activity
• Participate in a chosen sporting activity, following the rules and regulations
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviour and sportsmanship during the sporting activity
• Review own performance in the sporting activity, identifying strengths and areas for improvement
• Identify ways to improve performance in the sporting activity

What you'll be able to do

• Contribute to the setting of team goals by offering suggestions and ideas.
• Contribute to the setting of individual goals within the team, aligned with overall objectives.
• Demonstrate an understanding of own role and responsibilities within the team.
• Plan team activities, considering resources and timescales.
• Undertake team activities effectively, working collaboratively with others.
• Review team activities, identifying areas for improvement and lessons learned.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of good time management in personal and professional contexts
• Know ways to promote good time management techniques and strategies
• Plan own use of time effectively to meet deadlines and achieve goals
• Improve own time management skills through reflection and adjustments

What you'll be able to do

• Explain why people can be at risk of being involved in crime
• Describe the effects of crime on individuals and communities
• Identify the support available for victims and offenders

What you'll be able to do

• Select an enterprise project for a particular target market
• Know about the costs involved in setting up the product or service
• Know the significance of effective marketing
• Plan the enterprise project
• Monitor the enterprise project
• Review the enterprise project

What you'll be able to do

• Know the benefits of volunteering within public services organisations.
• Know about the range of volunteering opportunities available within public services.
• Know what skills, qualities and experience they can offer as a volunteer in public services.
• Carry out their assigned role and responsibilities as a volunteer in public services.
• Evaluate their own performance and contribution as a volunteer in public services.

What you'll be able to do

• Enter, edit and combine text and other information effectively in word processed documents
• Structure information logically and clearly within word processed documents
• Use word processing software tools to format and present documents to a professional standard

What you'll be able to do

• Know the different types of public services sector organisations and their roles.
• Know the range of job roles available within the public services sector.
• Know the skills and qualities required for working in a specific public service.
• Know the importance of teamwork and communication in a specific public service.

What you'll be able to do

• Present main points in a logical order
• Write in short paragraphs
• Plan written work
• Draft written work
• Proofread writing
• Correct writing