How you’d get it
How you’d get this certificate
- Zavmo teaches you. You learn the units one-to-one with an AI tutor, on your own work.
- You register with an approved centre. That is a college, training provider or employer AIM Qualifications has approved to offer this qualification. Zavmo is not an approved centre, so you register with them, not with us.
- The centre assesses, and AIM Qualifications awards. A qualified assessor at the centre judges your evidence, and the certificate comes from AIM Qualifications.
01What it is
This qualification allows learners to develop personal and social development skills. It covers areas such as understanding discrimination, energy use, and being part of a group. The diploma is suitable for individuals seeking to improve their foundations for learning and life.
These are the units AIM Qualifications 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. Zavmo teaches towards them on your own work.
Zavmo is not an awarding body, is not an approved centre, and is not affiliated with AIM Qualifications. It does the teaching and the mapping. AIM Qualifications sets this qualification and awards it, and a qualified human assessor makes the assessment decision.
02The units
What each unit actually teaches you to do
Accessing Commercial Services Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop knowledge of commercial services, including their purpose, features, and benefits. The unit involves following instructions and participating in accessing a commercial service, reflecting on the experience.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the features of a commercial service
- Participate in accessing a commercial service, following instructions and guidance
Accessing Financial Services Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain understanding of different types of financial services and their purposes. The unit teaches you to identify suitable services and participate in accessing them with support.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about different types of financial services available
- Know about the purpose of a financial service
- Identify a suitable financial service
- Take part in the process of accessing a financial service
Action Planning to Improve Performance Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to identify their own strengths and areas for improvement within a specific context. You'll define a measurable personal target for improvement with a clear timescale and develop a plan to achieve it.
What you'll be able to do
- Know own strengths and areas for improvement in a specific context
- Know about a specific and measurable personal target for improvement, with a defined timescale
Adding and Subtracting Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit focuses on developing learners' skills in adding and subtracting whole numbers accurately, both with and without a calculator. You'll apply these skills to solve everyday problems, recognising when addition or subtraction is required.
What you'll be able to do
- Add whole numbers accurately
- Subtract whole numbers accurately
- Solve everyday problems involving addition and subtraction, with and without a calculator
Addition Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of addition facts for two-digit numbers and understand the use of '+' and '=' symbols in practical contexts. The unit develops skills to perform addition calculations accurately and to use a calculator to verify results.
What you'll be able to do
- Recall addition facts for two-digit numbers
- Interpret the '+' (addition) symbol in practical situations to solve problems
- Interpret the '=' (equals) symbol in practical situations to solve problems
- Add two-digit whole numbers accurately
- Use a calculator to check addition calculations using whole numbers
Addition and Subtraction Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop proficiency in addition and subtraction, including recalling addition facts up to 20. The unit covers adding and subtracting whole numbers, using symbols correctly, solving practical problems, and using a calculator effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Recall addition facts up to 20.
- Add three-digit whole numbers accurately.
- Use the '+' and '=' symbols correctly in practical situations to solve problems.
- Recall subtraction facts.
- Subtract whole numbers accurately.
- Use the '–' and '=' symbols correctly in practical situations to solve problems.
- Use a calculator effectively to solve problems.
- Approximate answers to calculations.
Addition, Subtraction and Multiplication Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit develops learners' skills in performing addition, subtraction, and multiplication calculations with whole numbers. You'll practise these operations both with and without a calculator and apply them to solve everyday problems.
What you'll be able to do
- Perform addition of whole numbers accurately
- Perform subtraction of whole numbers accurately
- Perform multiplication of whole numbers accurately
- Solve everyday problems using addition, subtraction and multiplication, with or without a calculator
Adjusting to a New Setting Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to adjust to a new setting by identifying support people, navigating the environment, recognising relevant resources, and understanding safety measures. The unit focuses on practical strategies for successful adaptation.
What you'll be able to do
- Access a range of people who can provide help and support in a new setting
- Find their way around a new setting, using available resources
- Know the people and resources relevant to their learning and development in a new setting
- Be safe and secure in a new setting, including identifying potential risks
Adult Relationships Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop knowledge of different types of adult relationships and their characteristics. The unit also covers legal issues related to relationships and various methods of contraception and their functions.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of adult relationships.
- Recognise legal issues relating to adult relationships.
- Describe different methods of contraception.
Alcohol Misuse Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop awareness of alcohol misuse by identifying different types of alcoholic drinks and their alcohol content. The unit covers the effects of alcohol on the body and behaviour, associated health issues, and ways to support individuals who misuse alcohol.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the differences between various types of alcoholic drinks
- Describe the effects of alcohol misuse on the body and behaviour
- Explain the health issues associated with long-term alcohol misuse
- Describe how people who misuse alcohol can be supported, including signposting to relevant services
Approaches to Learning Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to recognise different ways of learning and understand their own learning preferences. You'll explore how learning styles affect study approaches and reflect on their methods to improve learning effectiveness.
What you'll be able to do
- Know that there are different ways to learn
- Recognise and understand own learning preferences
- Know how learning styles affect approaches to learning and study
- Reflect on own approaches to learning
Assertiveness and Decision Making Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to express themselves assertively and respectfully in structured situations. The unit covers understanding rights and responsibilities, negotiation techniques, and the implications and benefits of self-assertiveness and self-control.
What you'll be able to do
- Speak up for themselves in a structured situation, expressing their views clearly and respectfully
- Know about the rights and responsibilities of self and others in given situations, understanding the boundaries of acceptable behaviour
- Use negotiation skills to achieve a desired outcome in a professional context
- Know about the implications and benefits of self-assertiveness and self-control in various workplace scenarios
Audio Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the use of audio hardware and software to capture, edit, and present audio sequences. You'll learn to select appropriate equipment, manipulate audio using editing tools, and produce a finished audio sequence for presentation.
What you'll be able to do
- Use audio hardware and software to capture audio sequences
- Use audio software tools to edit audio sequences
- Play and present audio sequences
Audio and Video Software Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to use audio and video hardware and software to capture sequences. You'll set up equipment correctly, capture audio and video, and play back sequences using appropriate software.
What you'll be able to do
- Use audio and/or video hardware to capture sequences
- Use audio and/or video software to capture sequences
- Play audio sequences
- Play video sequences
Basic Science Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop practical science skills by using a microscope, operating a Bunsen burner safely, taking accurate temperature readings with a thermometre, and applying the flame test technique to identify metals in solutions. Emphasis is placed on correct procedures and safety precautions.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the correct use of a microscope
- Demonstrate the safe operation of a Bunsen burner
- Use a thermometer safely to take accurate temperature readings
- Apply the flame test technique to identify a metal within a solution
Beginning College Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to locate key facilities and identify staff members within a college environment. You'll understand the importance of beginning college and recognise health and safety hazards within the college setting.
What you'll be able to do
- Locate key facilities within the college environment
- Identify key members of staff within the college
- Understand the importance of beginning college and the opportunities it provides
- Identify a health and safety hazard within the college environment and report it appropriately
Beginning to Study Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit supports learners in beginning a course of study by identifying its aims, objectives, content, and structure. You'll organise study time, prioritise tasks, and effectively use course resources to support their learning.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the aims and objectives of a chosen course of study.
- Describe the content and structure of the course.
- Organise their study time effectively, using a timetable or planner.
- Prioritise tasks and manage their workload.
- Identify and locate relevant course resources, such as textbooks, online materials, and library facilities.
- Use course resources effectively to support their learning.
- Listen attentively to instructions and information in a learning environment.
- Take notes and ask relevant questions to clarify their understanding.
Behaviour in Conflict Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with an understanding of behaviours that hinder trust and support, the impact of labelling, habitual behaviours, and core beliefs influencing behaviour in conflict situations.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify a behaviour that can hinder a trusting and supportive atmosphere
- Explain how being labelled may impact behaviour
- Describe habitual behaviours
- Explain how past events may influence the development of habitual behaviours
- Describe core beliefs
Being Part of a Group Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit explores how individual behaviour affects group dynamics. You'll consider the needs and preferences of others and develop skills to contribute positively to group activities and goals.
What you'll be able to do
- Know how own behaviour affects other group members, considering the impact of actions and communication.
- Take account of the needs and preferences of other group members, demonstrating consideration and respect.
- Make a positive contribution to a group, participating effectively and supporting group goals.
Being a Critical Consumer Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore concepts of impulse buying and shopping around, understand supermarket sales techniques, and develop skills to compare prices from different suppliers. The unit also covers consumer information sources and basic customer rights.
What you'll be able to do
- Define the terms ‘impulse buying’ and ‘shopping around’
- Describe how supermarkets seek to maximise sales
- Compare prices from different suppliers
- Identify sources of information to assist the consumer
- Describe basic customer rights in relation to buying in shops
Budgeting Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of essential and non-essential spending and understand the purpose and structure of personal budgets. The unit covers how to track income and expenditure to manage finances effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the difference between essential and non-essential spending in personal finances
- Know about the purpose and structure of personal budgets
Building Confidence and Self Esteem Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain understanding of confidence and self-esteem, recognising related feelings and situations. The unit covers practical methods for building confidence and self-esteem, such as positive self-talk and praise.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about feelings of confidence
- Know about feelings of self-esteem
- Know about methods for building confidence
- Know about methods for building self-esteem
Bullying and Harassment Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to define bullying and harassment, understand different types of behaviours, and apply appropriate strategies to manage such situations. You'll also learn about relevant policies and procedures for reporting incidents.
What you'll be able to do
- Define bullying and harassment
- Apply appropriate strategies to help deal with situations of bullying and harassment
- Identify policies and procedures that are in place to deal with bullying and harassment
Career Planning Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify their own qualities, skills, interests, and achievements relevant to career planning. The unit also covers the use of careers information resources, explores employment options, and supports planning for future career development.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about their own qualities, skills, interests and achievements relevant to career planning
- Know about various careers information resources available to support career planning
- Know about possible employment options aligned with their skills and interests
- Plan for future career development, setting realistic and achievable goals
Chemical Products used in the Home Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify various chemical products used in the home, understand that some are derived from raw materials, and recognise their potential environmental impact. The unit develops awareness of common cleaning and personal care products and their effects.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of chemical products commonly used in the home.
- Understand that chemical products can be derived from raw materials.
- Recognise the potential impact that chemical products have on the environment.
Chemical Reactions Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces basic chemistry concepts, including atomic structure and common elements. You'll describe different types of chemical reactions and explain the characteristics of neutralisation reactions.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe basic chemistry
- Describe the main types of chemical reaction
Citizenship Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of citizens, equal opportunity issues, and relevant legislation. The unit also covers the role of government at local and national levels and examples of discrimination and equality legislation.
What you'll be able to do
- Know that citizens have specific rights and responsibilities within their community and country
- Know about equal opportunity issues in relation to the law, including discrimination and equality legislation
- Know about the role of government at local and national level in the daily life of citizens
Clean and Prepare a Cycle for Use Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the ability to safely clean and prepare a cycle for use by applying safe working practices, selecting appropriate cleaning and finishing products, and performing cleaning and preparation tasks.
What you'll be able to do
- Apply safe working practices when cleaning and preparing a cycle for use
- Identify appropriate cycle cleaning and finishing products for a given task
- Perform the cleaning and preparation of a cycle for use
Cleaning Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to identify cleaning requirements and use cleaning equipment and products safely and effectively. You'll demonstrate correct handling, follow safety guidelines, and report any issues encountered.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify areas and items that require cleaning
- Demonstrate the ability to use cleaning equipment safely and effectively
- Demonstrate the ability to use cleaning products safely and effectively
Collect and Represent Information Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll be able to collect numerical information from various sources, accurately record data, and represent it using charts, tables, or diagrams, explaining the information presented.
What you'll be able to do
- Collect numerical information from a given source or situation
- Represent collected information using appropriate methods such as charts, tables or diagrams
College Induction Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to navigate the college environment by identifying key facilities and staff roles. You'll understand their responsibilities, health and safety procedures, and the differences between college and previous learning settings.
What you'll be able to do
- Locate facilities at college
- Identify members of staff and their roles
- Identify reasons for attending college
- Understand own responsibilities while at college
- Understand the differences between college and a previous place of learning
- Identify Health and Safety procedures
Common Shapes and Positional Vocabulary Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify and name common two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes. The unit also covers the use of everyday positional vocabulary to describe the location of objects accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify and name common two-dimensional (2D) shapes, such as squares, circles, triangles, and rectangles
- Identify and name common three-dimensional (3D) shapes, such as cubes, spheres, cones, and cylinders
- Use everyday positional vocabulary, such as 'above', 'below', 'next to', 'in front of', and 'behind', to describe the location of objects
Communicating with Music Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to communicate through music by participating in singing, playing musical instruments individually, and performing as part of a group while maintaining rhythm and appropriate behaviour.
What you'll be able to do
- Participate effectively in a song
- Play a musical instrument
- Play a musical instrument as part of a group
Communication Skills for Group and Teamwork Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit develops learners' understanding of group roles, communication methods, and the use of praise and constructive criticism within teams. You'll explore relationships within their own team to support effective teamwork.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the different roles of group members within a team
- Understand communication methods within group situations
- Understand the importance of praise within a team
- Understand the importance of constructive criticism within a team
- Understand the importance of relationships within your own team
Completing Tasks Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the skills to understand task requirements, complete tasks to the required standard using appropriate knowledge and skills, and review their performance to identify areas for improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the specific requirements for successfully completing a given task, including any instructions or guidelines.
- Complete a task to the required standard, demonstrating the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Review a completed task, identifying areas for improvement and reflecting on the process.
Computer Basics Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides foundational knowledge of computer hardware and software components, common terminology, and operating systems. You'll understand computer performance features such as processing speed, memory, and storage capacity.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the different parts of a computer, including hardware and software components
- Define computer terminology, including common terms and acronyms
- Describe computer performance and features, including processing speed, memory, and storage capacity
- Identify different computer operating systems and their basic functions
Computer Security and Privacy Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with knowledge of computer security, privacy principles, and ethics. You'll learn how to keep their computers secure and updated by implementing basic security measures.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the key principles of computer security and privacy
- Keep own computer secure and updated, implementing basic security measures
- Know about computer ethics and responsible computer usage
Contribute to and Make Use of Information, Advice and Guidance Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand the role of Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) at work, how to access and contribute to IAG services, and use them to support career progression and access specialist services.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the role of Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) at work
- Access and contribute to work-based IAG services
- Use IAG services to help progression at work
- Describe other specialist services
Contributing to the Community Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore ways to contribute to their local community, understand the benefits of community involvement, and develop the ability to assess their own contributions and personal learning through participation.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about different ways to contribute to the local community
- Understand the benefits of contributing to the community, both for the individual and the community itself
- Contribute to the community through a chosen activity
- Assess own contribution to the community, reflecting on its impact and personal learning
Creating Cosmetics using Science Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll safely create cosmetic products using available substances, following instructions accurately. The unit also covers the scientific principles of how smells travel and the volatility of ingredients in cosmetics.
What you'll be able to do
- Safely and effectively make cosmetics using available substances
- Know how smells travel from their source and how this relates to cosmetic products
Crime and Punishment through the Ages Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll study how crime and punishment have evolved over time, including changes in crime types and law enforcement methods. The unit covers various punishments associated with different crimes across historical periods.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe how crimes have changed over time
- Identify different types of punishments which may be given for different crimes
- Describe how law enforcement was used during different historical periods
Criminal and Youth Justice Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with an understanding of factors contributing to youth crime, its consequences, and the Criminal/Youth Justice System. You'll explore sentencing options and the roles of local agencies in crime prevention and support.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify reasons why young people become involved in crime
- Identify the consequences of crime for different people affected
- Describe the structure and function of the Criminal/Youth Justice System
- Identify custodial and alternative forms of sentences available to the courts
- Describe the role of local agencies in preventing and addressing youth crime
Data Management Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to accurately enter, edit, and maintain data records within a data management system following established procedures. The unit also covers retrieving and displaying data records to meet specific requirements while adhering to data protection principles.
What you'll be able to do
- Enter, edit and maintain data records accurately in a data management system, following established procedures
- Retrieve and display data records from a data management system to meet specified requirements, presenting the information clearly
Database Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to enter, edit, and organise structured information within a database using software tools. You'll also produce reports based on specified criteria, ensuring data accuracy and efficient record management.
What you'll be able to do
- Enter structured information into a database accurately
- Edit structured information within a database effectively
- Organise structured information within a database logically
- Use database software tools to generate reports based on specified criteria
Dealing with Change Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides knowledge of key employment law aspects from an employee perspective, including rights and responsibilities. You'll understand how to manage new financial circumstances such as redundancy and maternity leave, and know where to access help and advice.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand key aspects of employment law from an employee perspective, including rights and responsibilities.
- Understand the need to manage new financial circumstances, for example, redundancy, maternity leave, or reduced working hours.
- Know where and how to access help and advice related to employment law and financial management.
Dealing with Difficult Situations Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll recognise difficult situations and apply strategies such as negotiation and compromise to resolve them. The unit emphasises effective communication skills and maintaining calmness in challenging circumstances.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise difficult situations and identify strategies to resolve them effectively
- Use appropriate communication skills to deal with difficult situations in a calm and professional manner
Dealing with Problems Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides knowledge of various everyday problems and identifies sources of help and support. You'll develop the ability to select suitable solutions to problems based on available information and guidance.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about different types of problems that can occur in everyday life
- Know about sources of help and support available for solving problems
- Select a suitable solution to a given problem, based on available information
Decimals Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the ability to read and write decimals up to two decimal places accurately, understand place value, and use a calculator to solve problems involving whole numbers and decimals. The unit focuses on practical application of decimal notation and calculations.
What you'll be able to do
- Read and write decimals up to two decimal places accurately
- Use a calculator to solve problems involving whole numbers and decimals
Design and Imaging Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to obtain and insert information into designs or images using design and imaging software. The unit covers manipulating and editing drawings or images accurately with appropriate tools.
What you'll be able to do
- Obtain information relevant to design or imaging tasks from specified sources
- Insert obtained information accurately into designs or images
- Use design and imaging software tools to manipulate drawings
- Use design and imaging software tools to edit drawings
- Use design and imaging software tools to manipulate images
- Use design and imaging software tools to edit images
Desktop Publishing Software Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the ability to create and edit publications using desktop publishing software. This includes opening software, creating new documents, adding and modifying text and images, and managing publication files.
What you'll be able to do
- Create a publication using desktop publishing software
- Use desktop publishing software to edit a publication
Desktop Publishing Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit develops learners' ability to select suitable information and page layouts for publications. You'll input, edit, and format text and information using desktop publishing software, considering the target audience and purpose.
What you'll be able to do
- Select appropriate information for inclusion in a publication
- Select suitable page layouts for a publication, considering the target audience and purpose
- Input text accurately into a publication using desktop publishing software
- Input information accurately into a publication using desktop publishing software
- Use desktop publishing software to edit the content of a publication
- Use desktop publishing software to format the layout of a publication
Developing Assertiveness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces the concept of assertiveness, distinguishing it from aggression and passivity. You'll explore situations where assertiveness is beneficial and describe verbal and non-verbal techniques to communicate assertively.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the benefits of assertiveness in different situations
- Describe different ways of being assertive in a range of contexts
Developing a Personal Learning Programme Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit supports learners in developing a personal learning programme by recognising the relevance of prior skills and experience. You'll seek guidance, identify learning options, discuss their programme, and review progress towards goals.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the relevance of previous skills and experience for future learning and career development
- Seek guidance and advice to identify suitable learning options and opportunities
- Know about the purpose and value of discussing own learning programme with a mentor or advisor
- Review progress towards own learning goal and identify areas for improvement
Developing and Presenting Information Using ICT Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to enter and present information using ICT systems and software. The unit focuses on accurate data input and clear presentation of various types of information following given instructions.
What you'll be able to do
- Participate in entering information using ICT systems and software
- Participate in presenting information using ICT tools and techniques
Digital Lifestyle Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain an understanding of various digital technologies, including digital audio, video, and photography. The unit also explores applications of these technologies and related career opportunities.
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 a range of career opportunities available to individuals with digital technology experience
Discover Local History Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces learners to significant events and figures in their local history. They will gather historical information from various sources and create a record of their findings using suitable presentation methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about past history in the own local area, including significant events and figures
- Get historical information from different sources, such as books, archives, and online resources
- Create a record of findings about local history, using appropriate methods of presentation
Diversity in Society Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces the concept of diversity in society, covering diverse groups and their practices, similarities between groups, and the consequences of prejudice and discrimination. You'll also recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society.
What you'll be able to do
- Define the meaning of the term ‘diversity’.
- Describe diverse groups and their practices.
- Identify similarities between different groups.
- Recognise some of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination.
- Recognise the contributions of diverse groups to society.
Division Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to perform whole number division calculations including those with remainders, use the '÷' and '=' symbols in practical situations, and estimate answers. The unit also covers the use of a calculator to solve division problems accurately.
What you'll be able to do
- Perform whole number calculations that result in remainders
- Use the ÷ and = symbols in practical situations to solve division problems
- Use a calculator to solve division problems effectively
- Estimate answers to calculations before performing them
Domestic Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit equips learners with practical domestic skills, including the safe use of washing machines and irons. You'll also gain knowledge of cleaning materials and emergency procedures related to water, electricity, gas, and 999 situations.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the safe use of a washing machine.
- Demonstrate the safe use of an iron.
- Identify appropriate cleaning materials for different tasks.
- Describe the procedures to follow in emergency situations involving water, electricity, and gas.
- Describe the procedures to follow in a 999 emergency.
Drug and Alcohol Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop awareness of the differences between soft and alcoholic drinks, legal and illegal drugs, and recognise the effects of drug and alcohol use on behaviour. The unit covers common ingredients and the short-term impacts of consumption.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the difference between soft drinks and alcoholic drinks, including their ingredients and typical effects.
- Know the difference between a legal and an illegal drug, including examples of each.
- Recognise the potential effects of drug and alcohol use on individuals and their behaviour.
Ecosystems Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces learners to living organisms, their characteristics, and habitats, as well as seeds and plants and their growth processes. You'll also develop skills to collect and record weather information using appropriate tools.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about living organisms, their characteristics, and their habitats
- Know about seeds and plants, their growth, and their importance
- Collect information about the weather, using appropriate tools and techniques
Electricity Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides foundational knowledge of electricity, including distinguishing conductors and insulators, safely wiring a three-pin plug, understanding the purpose of a fuse, and constructing basic electrical circuits.
What you'll be able to do
- Differentiate between conductors and insulators
- Wire a three-pin plug safely
- Explain the purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit
- Construct a basic electrical circuit
Email Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to use email software to compose, send, and manage messages effectively, including using appropriate language, adding attachments, and resolving common email problems.
What you'll be able to do
- Use email software tools to send email messages
- Use email software tools to compose email messages
- Manage incoming email effectively
- Respond to common problems encountered when using email
Energy Use Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces learners to various energy sources, including fossil fuels, renewable energy, and nuclear power. You'll understand the advantages of renewable energy in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security, as well as methods to reduce overall energy consumption.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different sources of energy
- Explain the advantages of using renewable energy sources
- Describe methods for reducing energy use
Energy in the Home Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand basic energy principles, how energy is used in the home, and identify methods to reduce energy waste. The unit covers common household appliances and energy conservation.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise basic principles of energy
- Identify how energy is used in the home
- Identify how energy waste can be reduced in the home
Engage in Discussion Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the ability to participate in simple discussions by contributing relevant information, listening to others, and responding appropriately to questions and comments.
What you'll be able to do
- Engage in simple discussion
Environmental Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit develops learners' awareness of environmental issues by examining the impact of human actions on ecosystems. You'll identify an environmental issue affecting their life, explore its causes and effects, and consider practical ways to improve the environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe how human actions, such as pollution and deforestation, can negatively affect the environment.
- Explain the impact of these actions on ecosystems and wildlife.
- Identify an environmental issue, such as climate change or waste disposal, that affects their life.
- Describe the causes and consequences of the chosen environmental issue.
- Identify practical steps they could take to help improve the environment.
- Explain how these actions can contribute to a more sustainable future.
Environmental Improvement Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to carry out environmental surveys to identify areas needing improvement and to perform environmental improvement tasks such as planting trees and clearing litter. You'll understand survey methods and practical environmental enhancement techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Carry out an environmental survey of a site to identify areas for improvement
- Carry out environmental improvement work, such as planting trees or clearing litter
Environmental Issues Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit develops learners' understanding of environmental issues by exploring how human actions affect the environment positively and negatively. You'll identify actions to benefit the environment and reduce negative impacts.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe ways that people affect the environment, both positively and negatively
- Identify actions people can take to benefit the environment and reduce negative impacts
Expedition Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit equips learners with the skills to complete an expedition by following planned routes and schedules, practising teamwork, and communicating effectively. You'll also understand how to assess and manage risks and apply basic cooking skills in an expedition setting.
What you'll be able to do
- Complete an expedition, following a planned route and schedule
- Describe how to maintain safety during an expedition
- Apply cooking skills in an expedition environment
Exploring Art Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to appreciate various art forms and techniques, create artwork using chosen methods, and maintain a safe and tidy workspace during artistic activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Appreciate different forms of art
- Know of different art techniques and their applications
- Create a piece of art using chosen techniques
- Tidy up art materials and workspace after use
Exploring Dance Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore dance by moving their body in response to various sounds, using space effectively, and creating basic dance movement sequences. The unit encourages understanding of movement and spatial awareness.
What you'll be able to do
- Move the body in response to different types of sound
- Move the body effectively in a defined space
- Create a range of basic dance movements
Exploring Music Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to appreciate music from various genres and cultures, explore and experiment with musical instruments, and perform both individually and collabouratively, fostering basic musical skills and group coordination.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate an ability to appreciate music from different genres and cultures
- Explore and experiment with playing various musical instruments
- Play a musical instrument individually, demonstrating basic techniques
- Play a musical instrument with others in a group or ensemble, demonstrating teamwork and coordination
Exploring Performance Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll prepare for a performance by understanding the task and gathering necessary materials. The unit develops skills in following instructions, cooperating with others during the performance, and reflecting on their own performance to identify strengths and areas for development.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare for a performance, ensuring readiness and understanding of the task
- Follow instructions accurately during a performance
- Cooperate with others effectively in a performance, working as part of a team
- Reflect on own performance, identifying strengths and areas for development
Extract and Sort Data Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to accurately extract specified information from lists, tables, diagrams, and bar charts. You'll make numerical comparisons and sort objects using two criteria, presenting data clearly and organised.
What you'll be able to do
- Extract information accurately from lists and tables
- Extract information accurately from diagrams and bar charts
- Make numerical comparisons from data presented in bar charts
- Sort objects effectively using two specified criteria
Extract and Use Data Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to extract numerical information accurately from tables, charts, and written text. The unit also covers making comparisons using bar charts, simple line graphs, and pictograms.
What you'll be able to do
- Extract numerical information accurately from a range of sources, such as tables, charts, and written text
- Make comparisons between data presented in bar charts
- Make comparisons between data presented in simple line graphs
- Make comparisons between data presented in pictograms
Family Relationships Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of different types of family units, understand common problems that may occur within families, and identify their own needs for future personal development as members of a family unit.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of family units
- Recognise problems which can occur within a family unit
- Identify own needs for future development as a member of a family unit
Find Information Using ICT Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit equips learners to identify ICT information sources, safely start up and shut down devices, and use ICT to search for information effectively following instructions.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different ICT sources of information relevant to a given task
- Participate in the starting up and shutting down of ICT devices according to safety guidelines
- Use ICT devices to safely search for information, following given instructions
Following Instructions Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop the ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently. The unit also covers understanding the potential consequences of not following instructions in a work environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Follow instructions accurately and consistently
- Know the potential impact of not following instructions in a work environment, including safety and productivity implications
Following Safe and Healthy Working Practices When Using ICT Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides knowledge of safe and healthy working practices when using ICT equipment. You'll identify potential hazards, explain safe usage, and apply healthy practices such as workstation adjustment and taking regular breaks.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe safety practices when using ICT
- Follow safe and healthy working practices when using ICT
Forensic Science Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop practical skills in forensic science techniques, including chromatography, fingerprint identification, fibre analysis, graphology, and food testing procedures. The unit emphasises safe and accurate application of these methods.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the ability to use chromatography techniques effectively
- Recognise and classify different fingerprint types accurately
- Identify and differentiate between various types of fibres
- Explain how graphology can be applied in forensic science investigations
- Apply food test procedures to analyse samples
Fractions Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to read, write, and identify halves, quarters, and tenths of whole numbers and shapes. You'll also compare these fractions and find them within small groups of items, developing foundational fraction skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Read and write halves of whole numbers and shapes
- Read and write quarters of whole numbers and shapes
- Read and write tenths of whole numbers and shapes
- Find halves of shapes
- Find quarters of shapes
- Find tenths of shapes
- Compare halves of whole numbers
- Compare quarters of whole numbers
- Compare tenths of whole numbers
- Find halves of small numbers of items
- Find quarters of small numbers of items
General Skills for Independent Living Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand essential independent living skills including maintaining accommodation, personal hygiene, and a balanced diet. The unit also covers caring for others, budgeting, and engaging in leisure activities to support daily living.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise the importance of taking care of their accommodation
- Recognise the importance of maintaining personal hygiene
- Recognise the importance of maintaining a balanced diet
- Demonstrate caring behaviours towards others
- Recognise the importance of budgeting and managing finances
- Identify appropriate leisure time activities
Geology: Rock Types and Formation Processes Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides knowledge of the three main rock types—igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic—and their formation processes. You'll investigate geological sites for features and fossils while following safety procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the main rock types, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks
- Investigate sites for geological features and fossils, following appropriate safety procedures
Getting About Safely Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with knowledge of personal safety when out and about, including safe travel practices, being safe in the dark, and understanding emergency evacuation procedures. You'll learn to apply safety measures in various environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe how to stay safe when out and about in various environments
- Explain how to travel safely, including road safety and pedestrian awareness
- Describe how to be safe in the dark, including visibility and awareness of surroundings
- Explain emergency evacuation procedures in different settings
Getting the Most Out of Training Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop effective listening skills and active participation in training sessions. The unit also covers contributing constructively to discussions and organising training information in a usable format for future reference.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to listen effectively in a training environment
- Understand how to contribute actively to training sessions and discussions
- Keep training information in a usable format for future reference and application
Graphics Software Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to use graphics software to select, create, and modify images according to given instructions. You'll develop practical skills in image manipulation using appropriate software tools.
What you'll be able to do
- Use graphics software to create or modify images according to given instructions
Hate Crime Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of hate crime, its legal context, affected community groups, and the impact on victims. The unit also covers recognising intolerance, prejudice, discrimination, and possible actions victims can take.
What you'll be able to do
- Define the term Hate Crime
- Explain how Hate Crime relates to laws in society
- Identify different groups within the local community
- Describe intolerance, prejudice or discrimination against people within society
- Explain the effect Hate Crime has on victims
- Identify actions that victims of Hate Crime can take
Hazards in Familiar Settings Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify common hazards in familiar settings such as the home, workplace, and community. The unit covers how these hazards can cause harm and promotes awareness of safety risks in everyday environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify potential hazards in familiar settings
Health and Fitness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the importance of keeping fit and the benefits of regular physical activity. You'll participate in fitness activities using appropriate techniques, select suitable clothing and footwear for safety, and review their own performance to identify areas for improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the importance of keeping fit and the benefits of regular physical activity
- Take part in fitness activities, demonstrating appropriate techniques and effort
- Dress safely for fitness activities, selecting suitable clothing and footwear
- Review own performance in fitness activities, identifying areas for improvement
Health and Hygiene Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of maintaining a clean home environment, caring for different types of clothing, and practising good personal hygiene. The unit also covers maintaining a healthy body through lifestyle choices and understanding the importance of regular sight tests.
What you'll be able to do
- Maintain a clean home environment
- Care for clothing items
- Maintain personal hygiene practices
- Maintain a healthy body through lifestyle choices
- Know about the importance of regular sight tests for maintaining eye health
Health and Safety in a Science Laboratory Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with knowledge of health and safety in a science labouratory, including identifying chemical, physical, and biological hazards. You'll understand fire safety procedures and demonstrate safe working practices within the labouratory environment.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of hazards that may be present in a science laboratory
- Understand fire safety procedures and precautions within a science laboratory
- Understand how to work safely when undertaking activities in a science laboratory
- Demonstrate the ability to work safely in a science laboratory environment
Healthy Living Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the importance of personal fitness, balanced diet, hygiene, and sex education. You'll understand how to take responsibility for their health and lifestyle through informed choices.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise why personal fitness is important
- Understand the role of a balanced diet in promoting personal good health
- Understand the importance of personal hygiene and good grooming
- Understand the basic issues of sex education and contraception
- Take responsibility for own health and lifestyle through action planning for the future
Home and Personal Safety Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop awareness of home and personal safety, including safeguarding property and self, fire safety procedures, accident response, and accessing healthcare and emergency services. The unit emphasises practical knowledge to promote safety in daily life.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify methods of safeguarding a home, personal possessions and oneself
- Know what action needs to be taken upon discovering a fire
- Demonstrate the ability to respond appropriately to a fire drill
- Recognise general fire detection devices and their purpose
- Demonstrate how to cope appropriately in the event of an accident
- Know when and how to contact their local GP/Health Centre for assistance
- Summon the emergency services in an emergency situation
Hygiene Skills for Oral Health Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with knowledge about dental visits and treatments, effective oral hygiene practices, and the causes of tooth decay. You'll understand how to maintain oral health and the importance of regular dental check-ups.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the purpose of visiting the dentist and the types of treatments offered.
- Describe effective oral hygiene practices for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
- Identify the causes of tooth decay and how to prevent it.
IT User Fundamentals Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain fundamental IT skills to interact with systems, organise, store and retrieve information securely, follow safety and security practices, and maintain systems while addressing common issues.
What you'll be able to do
- Interact with and use an IT system effectively to meet identified needs
- Organise, store and retrieve information appropriately using IT systems
- Follow established safety and security practices when using IT systems
- Maintain the IT system and respond to common IT system problems effectively
Improving Own Spelling Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit supports learners in recognising their own spelling strengths and weaknesses and developing a personal spelling programme. You'll use strategies to improve spelling and evaluate their progress over time.
What you'll be able to do
- Know and recognise own spelling strengths and weaknesses
- Maintain a personal spelling programme to improve spelling skills
Improvng own Fitness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the components of physical fitness, various exercise activities and equipment, safe exercise practices, and planning a personal fitness programme to improve overall fitness.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the components of physical fitness
- Describe different exercise and fitness activities and equipment
- Demonstrate how to take part in exercise and fitness safely
- Plan a personal fitness programme
Independent Living: Staying Overnight Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit equips learners with the skills to plan and manage an overnight stay, including packing, selecting activities, preparing meals, maintaining personal hygiene, and caring for bedclothes. You'll also reflect on their experiences to enhance independent living skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate the ability to plan effectively for an overnight stay
- Select an appropriate activity to participate in during the overnight stay
- Plan and prepare meals during an overnight stay, considering dietary needs and available resources
- Demonstrate the ability to use and care for bedclothes appropriately
- Understand the importance of personal hygiene during an overnight stay and maintain appropriate practices
- Reflect on what has been learnt and experienced during the overnight stay
Individual Rights and Responsibilities Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand their individual rights and responsibilities within society. The unit covers examples of both and explains the relationship between rights and responsibilities.
What you'll be able to do
- Know that they have individual rights and responsibilities within society.
Induction to a Training Course Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with an understanding of the requirements for participating in a training course, including attendance, participation, and assessment procedures. You'll also learn about relevant agencies, safety, and the importance of commitment.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the requirements of taking part in a training course, including attendance, participation, and completion of assignments
- Take part in assessment procedures, demonstrating understanding and competence
- Know about the different agencies who work with the training provider and their roles
- Know about the importance of maintaining a safe working environment, identifying potential hazards and following safety procedures
- Understand the importance of commitment and regular attendance for successful completion of the training course
Introduction to Self-Employment Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain an introduction to self-employment, including its definition, responsibilities, and benefits. The unit covers planning for self-employment and managing income and expenditure effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Know what it means to be self-employed, including the responsibilities and benefits
- Know about the importance of planning when considering self-employment
- Know about managing income and expenditure in a self-employed context
Investigating Architecture Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It develops skills to test the strength of various shapes and construct bridges to support specified masses. You'll conduct strength tests, analyse results, and evaluate the stability of their constructions.
What you'll be able to do
- Test the strength of different shapes using appropriate methods
- Construct bridges that are capable of supporting a specified mass
Investigating Atoms Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces learners to the basic structure of atoms, the distinction between elements and compounds, and the organisation of the periodic table. You'll gain foundational knowledge of atomic components and chemical classification.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the basic structure and properties of atoms
- Understand the difference between elements and compounds
- Recognise the organisation and key features of the periodic table
Keeping Healthy: Smoking Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit explores reasons why people start smoking, including social and psychological factors, and examines the effects of smoking on the body. You'll also understand the benefits of quitting smoking and the influences of advertising and media.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify reasons why people start to smoke tobacco products, including social and psychological factors.
- Understand the effects that smoking tobacco products have on the body, including short-term and long-term health consequences.
- Recognise the benefits of stopping smoking tobacco products, including improved health and well-being.
Knowing How You Learn Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll communicate their learning preferences, recognise strengths and areas for development, express preferred learning methods, and identify support needs to enhance their learning experience.
What you'll be able to do
- Communicate own likes and dislikes about learning activities
- Know own strengths and areas for development in learning
- Express preferences about how they learn best
- Indicate own support needs to facilitate learning
Law and Order Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with knowledge of the role and benefits of laws in society, how laws are made and enforced, and the consequences of breaking laws. You'll understand the legislative process and the institutions involved.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the benefit of laws, understanding their role in maintaining order and protecting society
- Know how laws are made, understanding the legislative process and the roles of different institutions
- Know about the consequences of breaking laws, understanding the potential penalties and impact on individuals and communities
- Know how laws are enforced, understanding the roles of the police and other law enforcement agencies
Length Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to measure length accurately using appropriate tools and record measurements with correct units. The unit includes comparing lengths using standard and non-standard units and understanding relationships between different units.
What you'll be able to do
- Measure length accurately using appropriate tools
- Compare lengths effectively using both standard and non-standard units of measurement
- Write units of measurement correctly, using appropriate abbreviations
Length, Weight, Capacity and Shapes Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit introduces learners to common units of measurement for length, weight, and capacity. You'll compare objects using standard and non-standard units and recognise properties of two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify and state common units of measurement for length, weight, and capacity
- Compare the length of different objects using standard units such as centimetres and metres
- Compare the length of different objects using non-standard units such as paperclips or hand spans
- Compare the weight of different objects using common standard units such as grams and kilograms
- Compare the capacity of different containers using common standard units such as millilitres and litres
- Compare the capacity of different containers using non-standard units such as cups or spoons
- Recognise and name common 2D shapes such as squares, circles, triangles, and rectangles
- Describe the properties of 2D shapes, such as the number of sides and corners
- Recognise and name common 3D shapes such as cubes, cuboids, spheres, and cylinders
- Describe the properties of 3D shapes, such as the number of faces, edges, and vertices
Listen and Respond Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop attentive listening and appropriate response skills in verbal exchanges. The unit also covers extracting key information and relevant details from spoken communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Listen attentively and respond appropriately in verbal exchanges
- Extract key information and relevant details from verbal exchanges
Living in the Community Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with an understanding of what constitutes a community, the facilities available within it, and ways individuals can contribute positively to their community.
What you'll be able to do
- Know what constitutes a community and its key characteristics
- Know about community facilities that are of interest to the individual
- Know how an individual can contribute positively to a community
Looking after Clothes Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to care for clothing by understanding fabric types and label instructions. The unit covers sorting, washing, drying, ironing, and storing clothes safely to maintain their quality and condition.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to care for clothing items to maintain their quality
- Sort clothes for washing according to the information provided on the garment label
- Use a washing machine safely and effectively
- Know different methods for drying clothes and their suitability
- Use an iron safely to press and smooth clothing
- Store items of clothing to prevent damage and maintain their condition
Making Calculations Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers accurately. The unit also covers solving mathematical problems with and without a calculator.
What you'll be able to do
- Perform addition and subtraction of whole numbers accurately
- Perform multiplication and division of whole numbers accurately
- Solve mathematical problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, with and without the use of a calculator
Making Choices Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides learners with skills to make informed choices by identifying available options, defining desired outcomes, seeking appropriate support, selecting the most suitable option, and understanding the consequences of their decisions.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the range of options available when making a choice in a given situation.
- Know what they want to achieve through making a specific choice, defining their desired outcome.
- Seek support from appropriate sources to help them make an informed choice.
- Select the most appropriate option from the available choices, based on their desired outcome and available information.
- Know the potential consequences of their choices, both positive and negative.
Making Useful Compounds Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify common chemical hazards and recognise hazard symbols. The unit covers health and environmental risks associated with chemicals and develops skills to safely prepare specified chemical compounds using appropriate procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify hazards associated with chemicals
- Describe the potential risks associated with chemical hazards
- Prepare useful chemical compounds using appropriate techniques
- Follow safety procedures when preparing chemical compounds
Managing Personal Relationships Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of appropriate ways to interact in familiar social situations and demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills. The unit focuses on developing positive social interaction abilities in everyday contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Interact appropriately with others in familiar social situations
- Interact effectively with others in familiar social situations, demonstrating appropriate communication and interpersonal skills
Managing Study Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand the demands of a course of study and develop skills to organise study time effectively. The unit includes prioritising tasks, setting realistic targets, using relevant information, and reflecting on learning progress.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the demands of a course of study, including time commitment and required resources.
- Understand how to organise study time effectively to meet course requirements.
- Understand how to prioritise study tasks and set realistic targets for study completion.
- Find and use information relevant to the course of study from a variety of sources.
- Reflect on own learning and study skills to identify areas for improvement.
Managing Your Time Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to manage time effectively by understanding punctuality and completing tasks within set deadlines. You'll identify barriers to timely completion and strategies to overcome them.
What you'll be able to do
- Turn up on time
- Complete tasks on time
Money Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to perform basic money calculations, including adding amounts up to £1, calculating total costs in pence and whole pounds, and determining change from transactions. You'll present monetary amounts in correct formats.
What you'll be able to do
- Add amounts of money up to £1 accurately
- Calculate the total cost in pence of multiple items
- Calculate the change in pence from simple transactions
- Calculate the total cost in whole pounds of multiple items
- Calculate the change in whole pounds from a transaction
Money and Time Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of money and time concepts, including identifying different denominations of coins and banknotes, recognising other forms of money, and understanding units and sequences of time such as seconds, minutes, and days.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different forms of money
- Recognise the concept of time
Money, Time and Temperature Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to identify and use UK currency, perform basic calculations involving money, tell time using analogue and digital clocks, use time-related vocabulary, and recognise temperature.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify and use different denominations of money accurately
- Perform basic calculations involving money, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Tell the time using analogue and digital clocks
- Use time-related vocabulary, such as hours, minutes, seconds, days, weeks and months
- Recognise different temperature scales, such as Celsius and Fahrenheit
- Identify and describe different temperatures, such as hot, cold, warm and freezing
Multiplication Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll develop knowledge of multiplication facts and apply multiplication skills without a calculator. The unit covers using symbols in practical problems, performing written and mental calculations, and estimating answers to check for accuracy.
What you'll be able to do
- Recall multiplication facts for times tables up to 10 x 10
- Multiply whole numbers without the use of a calculator, using appropriate methods
- Use the 'x' symbol to represent multiplication in practical situations
- Use the '=' symbol to show the result of multiplication calculations
- Solve multiplication problems in practical situations
- Estimate answers to multiplication calculations to check for reasonableness
Online Basics Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of online safety principles and apply appropriate measures to minimise risks when using online services, particularly at home. The unit covers identifying potential online hazards and protecting personal information.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the principles of keeping yourself safe online.
- Demonstrate the ability to keep yourself safe in your own home when using online services by applying appropriate safety measures.
Outdoor Pursuits Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain knowledge of safety aspects and potential hazards related to a chosen outdoor pursuit. The unit includes participation in the activity following safety guidelines and reflection on the experience to identify learning outcomes.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the safety aspects and potential hazards associated with a chosen outdoor pursuit
- Participate safely and effectively in a chosen outdoor pursuit
- Reflect on the experience of participating in the outdoor pursuit, identifying what was learned and how it felt
Participating in Leisure Activites Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to identify and participate in local leisure activities, understand the benefits of leisure participation, and recognise health and safety considerations related to engaging in such activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify local leisure activities available
- Participate in local leisure activities
- Recognise the benefits of participating in leisure activities
- Identify Health and Safety issues related to leisure activities
Participating in Outdoor Pursuits Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll be introduced to various outdoor pursuits, including associated environments, equipment, and safety considerations. The unit involves participation in an outdoor activity, demonstrating appropriate behaviour, teamwork, and reflection on the experience.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of outdoor pursuits and their associated environments.
- Describe the equipment and clothing required for participating in outdoor pursuits.
- Explain the safety considerations and potential risks associated with outdoor pursuits.
- Participate in a chosen outdoor pursuit, following instructions and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviour and teamwork skills during the outdoor pursuit.
- Reflect on their experience of participating in the outdoor pursuit.
- Identify what they enjoyed and found challenging about the activity.
- Suggest ways they could improve their performance or enjoyment of the activity in the future.
Participation in Team Activities Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the principles and importance of teamwork, identification of team members and their roles, and the ability to review team performance by recognising strengths and areas for improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the principles of teamwork and its importance in achieving common goals
- Know the names and roles of members of own team
- Review the performance of own team, identifying strengths and areas for improvement
Personal Action Planning Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll identify their own strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, and develop a personal action plan with realistic goals. The unit includes setting objectives, planning actions, and identifying resources to support progress.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify own strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement
- Carry out personal action planning to achieve identified goals
Personal Awareness Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore the concept of personal awareness, including key aspects of personality and how these affect behaviour. The unit also teaches you to recognise their own skills, knowledge, achievements, and personal feelings.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe personal awareness
- Describe the key aspects of personality
- Recognise personal skills, knowledge and achievements
- Recognise personal feelings
Personal Care and Hygiene Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll gain an understanding of personal care and hygiene principles, including the importance of regular washing, toiletry product uses, clothing changes, and oral health to promote overall well-being.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of maintaining good personal hygiene
- Identify the uses of different toiletry products for personal care
- Recognise the need for regular changes of clothes to maintain hygiene
- Understand the importance of maintaining good oral health
Personal Development Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to recognise their own skills in practical tasks, communication, and problem-solving. You'll explore the qualities of role models, make positive decisions, and identify personal goals for future development.
What you'll be able to do
- Recognise own skills and abilities
- Identify and describe the qualities of their role models
- Demonstrate the ability to make positive decisions
- Identify personal goals for the future
Personal Digital Photograph Processing Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll learn to use software for processing digital photographs, including opening images, adjusting brightness and contrast, cropping, resizing, and saving photographs in various file formats.
What you'll be able to do
- Use a software package to adjust the brightness and contrast of digital photographs
- Use a software package to crop digital photographs
- Use a software package to resize digital photographs
- Use a software package to save digital photographs in different file formats
Personal Finances Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the principles of personal finance, including understanding income and expenditure, managing a limited budget, and undertaking financial transactions. You'll learn to interpret key financial documents, understand saving, and produce a simple budget.
What you'll be able to do
- Know the meaning of income and expenditure in personal finance
- Know ways to manage living on a limited budget
- Undertake financial transactions
- Find key financial information on everyday documents
- Know what saving means in a financial context
- Produce a simple budget for personal use
Personal Health Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore the concept of good health and wellbeing, recognising the importance of a balanced diet, regular exercise, and good hygiene practices. The unit also covers common causes of illness and appropriate actions to take in cases of illness or injury.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the meaning of good health and wellbeing
- Know the important aspects of keeping healthy, including diet, exercise and hygiene
- Know the common causes of illness and disease
- Know what actions to take in the case of illness or injury, including seeking appropriate help
Personal Hygiene Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit covers the importance of personal hygiene, including why bathing or showering is necessary to remove dirt and germs and contribute to well-being. You'll also understand the advantages of using toiletries and the need for regular changes of clothes to maintain cleanliness.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain why bathing or showering is necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and preventing the spread of germs.
- Recognise the advantages of using toiletries, such as soap, shampoo, and deodorant, for personal hygiene.
- Explain the need for regular changes of clothes to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
Personal Learning Goals Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to identify personal learning goals linked to their skills and interests. You'll explore learning opportunities, plan programmes to achieve goals, understand the learning environment, and review their progress.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify personal learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals
- Describe opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals
- Plan a programme to achieve learning goals, including timescales and resources
- Describe the characteristics of an effective learning environment
- Review progress as a learner against agreed goals and targets
- Explain how to review the plan to achieve personal goals, making adjustments as necessary
Personal Learning Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll understand the role of the brain and memory in learning and how personal experiences and environments influence learning. The unit includes identifying individual learning styles and strengths and planning to apply 'learning to learn' skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the basic functions of the brain
- Explain how own learning takes place
- Identify own learning profile, including strengths and weaknesses
- Develop plans to use 'learning to learn' skills in different situations
Personal Manner and Conduct Real unit · AIM Qualifications
You'll explore appropriate personal manner and conduct, including behaviour and presentation, in various personal and social contexts. They will demonstrate suitable conduct and self-presentation skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Conduct oneself appropriately in different personal and social situations
- Present oneself appropriately in different personal and social situations
Personal Relationships Real unit · AIM Qualifications
It teaches you to identify their personal needs and wishes related to physical, emotional, and social well-being. You'll also develop skills to interact with others and understand different types of personal relationships.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify own needs in different contexts
- Identify own wishes in different contexts
- Demonstrate the ability to interact with others in a positive manner
- Describe different types of personal relationships
Personal Safety Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit provides knowledge of personal safety at home and in public places. You'll identify hazards and risks, describe safe behaviours, and demonstrate basic emergency aid techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Stay safe in a home environment, identifying potential hazards and risks
- Stay safe in various situations, including when out in public
- Know basic emergency aid techniques to provide assistance in common emergency situations
Personal Study Skills Real unit · AIM Qualifications
This unit guides learners through initial screening and assessment processes to identify their preferred learning style. You'll develop an action plan to achieve a personal learning goal and demonstrate commitment to a learning project.
What you'll be able to do
- Participate in an initial screening process.
- Complete an assessment process.
- Identify own preferred learning style.
- Develop an action plan to achieve a personal learning goal.
- Demonstrate commitment to a learning project.
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03The standards
The national standards these units are built against
What the job actually needs, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
- Standard
Assist learners to review their own progress and implement their development objectives
04Where it leads
The jobs these credits are mapped to
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Where this can lead
Associate Laboratory Safety Technician
This work can lead to senior laboratory safety specialist roles, or on to principal EHS specialist positions in research and development.
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05The credits
The credits, and who awards them
Entry Level credits are regulated, and they are awarded by AIM Qualifications rather than by Zavmo. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you have covered and what is next.
What you would be collecting
Accessing Commercial ServicesAccessing Financial ServicesAction Planning to Improve PerformanceAdding and SubtractingAdditionAddition and SubtractionAddition, Subtraction and MultiplicationAdjusting to a New Setting
Each one is a real unit registered against this qualification.
How you’d practise it
You don’t watch this. You do it.
You are not assessed on remembering this. You are assessed on applying it, analysing it, evaluating it and producing something. So that is what the practice is: projects, role play and your own live cases, with a tutor in the room.
The Coach · your practice partner Illustration The Coach You have to open the conversation in “Behaviour in Conflict”. Say the first line to me, exactly as you would say it to them.
You I wanted to have a quick chat about how things have been going recently.
The Coach That is the warning shot, and they will spend it worrying. Try the version that says what this is about in the first sentence.
- Rehearse the conversation Apply
“Behaviour in Conflict” is a conversation before it is a document. You have it with Zavmo playing the other person, badly at first, then again once you know what you actually want to say.
- Bring your own plan Create
For “Action Planning to Improve Performance” you bring the plan you are actually working on, not a case study. Zavmo pulls on the assumptions in it until the weak one shows.
- Draft the real one Create
You do “Accessing Financial Services” on a real document of your own. Zavmo works on the draft you have to send anyway, so the coursework and the job are the same piece of work.
- Map a live decision Analyse
“Data Management Software Skills” runs on a decision you are facing now. Zavmo maps it with you and shows what the second-order effect looks like before you find out the slow way.
How you would learn this
One to one, on the work you already do
A tutor sets the task against your own job and marks the reasoning, at your pace. There is no cohort to fall behind.
A lesson from Accessing Commercial Services, one of this qualification's own units.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
Which job do you mean?
Learners will develop knowledge of commercial services, including their purpose, features, and benefits. The unit involves following instructions and participating in accessing a commercial service, reflecting on the experience.
How the thinking builds
- 1 Remember
- 2 Understand
- 3 Apply
- 4 Analyse
- 5 Evaluate
- 6 Create
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Built for AIM Qualifications Entry 2 Diploma in Personal and Social Development Skills
141 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by AIM Qualifications.
- Accessing Commercial Services
- Accessing Financial Services
- Action Planning to Improve Performance
- Adding and Subtracting
- Addition
- Addition and Subtraction
and 135 more in the full unit list below.
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