Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Vocational Studies

What you'll be able to do

• Know about a range of 2D digital image making techniques
• Experiment with different 2D digital image making techniques in response to a given design brief
• Create a series of 2D digital images in response to a given design brief
• Review the purpose of the 2D digital image work in relation to the brief
• Identify how the 2D digital image work can be improved in response to the brief

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the use of 3D modelling in creative media products
• Explore a range of 3D modelling materials
• Explore a range of 3D modelling techniques
• Explore a range of 3D modelling processes in response to a design brief
• Create a 3D model in response to a design brief
• Review the completed 3D model against the requirements of the design brief

What you'll be able to do

• Use acting skills effectively in practical activities
• Develop a character for an acting role, demonstrating understanding of characterisation
• Use acting skills in a performance, demonstrating stage presence and delivery
• Demonstrate a positive approach through active participation in practical activities

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the role of activity provision in supporting children's and young people's development
• Describe the different types of settings where activities are provided for children and young people
• Select appropriate activities for children and young people based on their age, abilities and interests
• Plan an activity for children or young people, considering resources, safety and learning outcomes
• Run activities in children's or young people's settings, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment
• Evaluate activities in children's or young people's settings, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of activity provision to health and social care service users, including its impact on physical, mental, and social well-being.
• Know about different types of activity within health and social care, including recreational, therapeutic, and educational activities.
• Select and plan appropriate activities for health and social care service users, taking into account their individual needs, preferences, and abilities.
• Understand the role of the health or social care professional in supporting individuals undertaking activities, including providing encouragement, assistance, and supervision.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify organisations that provide adventurous activities, including commercial providers and voluntary organisations.
• Explain the safety and environmental factors relating to outdoor adventurous activities, including risk assessments and environmental impact.
• Describe the benefits of participating in outdoor adventurous activities, including physical fitness, teamwork, and personal development.
• Participate in outdoor adventurous activities, following safety guidelines and working as part of a team.
• Review adventurous activities, evaluating performance, identifying areas for improvement, and reflecting on the experience.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and describe the main services and facilities that airports provide for their travelling customers, such as check-in, security, retail, and passenger assistance.
• Identify and describe the infrastructure and services that airports provide for airlines, such as runways, air traffic control, baggage handling, and aircraft maintenance.
• Identify potential hazards at airports, such as slips, trips, falls, and security breaches, and explain how these hazards are reduced through safety procedures and security measures.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain why an understanding of anatomy and physiology is important in sport.
• Describe the structure and function of the skeletal system.
• Describe the structure and function of the muscle system.
• Describe the structure and function of the cardiovascular system.
• Describe the structure and function of the respiratory system.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the different types and uses of animation
• Design a short animated production to meet a given design brief
• Prepare the necessary elements for a short animated production, ensuring they meet the design brief
• Produce a short animated production that effectively meets the requirements of the design brief

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate motion by conducting experiments and analysing results
• Investigate forces by conducting experiments and analysing results
• Describe the properties and behaviour of light waves
• Describe the properties and behaviour of sound waves
• Investigate electricity by conducting experiments and analysing results

What you'll be able to do

• Describe concepts relating to electrical science
• Explain principles relating to electrical science
• Apply concepts relating to electrical science to solve engineering problems
• Apply principles relating to electrical science to solve engineering problems
• Describe concepts relating to mechanical science
• Explain principles relating to mechanical science
• Apply concepts relating to mechanical science to solve engineering problems
• Apply principles relating to mechanical science to solve engineering problems

What you'll be able to do

• Describe how to apply for jobs
• Prepare a job application

What you'll be able to do

• Describe mixed media approaches used in art and design
• Explore the use of mixed media within a chosen art and design discipline, responding to a specific design brief
• Create a mixed media artwork that effectively responds to a given design brief
• Review the application of mixed media in own art and design work, identifying areas for improvement in relation to the design brief

What you'll be able to do

• Assess own strengths in relation to personal, learning and thinking skills
• Assess own weaknesses in relation to personal, learning and thinking skills
• Plan how to develop their personal, learning and thinking skills

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal requirements for the provision of first aid in the workplace, including relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Understand basic first aid procedures for common injuries and illnesses.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate knowledge of the functioning of organisms
• Classify organisms according to recognised systems
• Explain the relationship of organisms with their environment
• Analyse the effects of human activity on the environment and how these effects can be measured
• Identify the factors which can affect and control human health

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of budgeting in a business context, including its role in financial planning and control.
• Understand key financial concepts, such as revenue, expenses, profit, loss, and cash flow.
• Know about income and expenditure, including how to track and manage them effectively.
• Understand how businesses manage key financial information, including the use of financial statements and reports.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the different types of business documentation commonly used in organisations.
• Understand the reasons why businesses develop and implement a 'house' style for their documentation.
• Produce business documentation that adheres to a specified 'house' style and meets the required purpose.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the ageing process, including the physical, psychological, and social changes that may occur.
• Identify common conditions affecting older people, such as arthritis, dementia, and sensory impairments, and describe their impact on daily life.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with older people, adapting communication styles to meet individual needs.
• Describe good practice in caring for older people, including promoting independence, respecting dignity, and ensuring safety.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate a range of career options, considering personal interests, skills, and qualifications.
• Assess the suitability of different career options, evaluating their potential benefits and drawbacks.
• Plan a series of steps to achieve a specific career-related goal, including identifying necessary resources and timelines.
• Know about potential career progression pathways and opportunities for advancement within chosen fields.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the importance of career planning and progression in the public services, including identifying career goals and development opportunities
• Know about the different career pathways available within the public services, including entry-level positions and progression routes
• Know about the resources available to support career planning in the public services, such as career advisors and online tools
• Know about the skills, qualities and entry requirements for working in public services, including academic qualifications, physical fitness, and personal attributes
• Know about the different types of roles available within specific public services, such as police, fire service, and healthcare
• Know about the application and selection process for public service employment, including application forms, interviews, and assessments
• Know about the importance of preparing for interviews and assessments, including researching the organisation and practicing common interview questions
• Complete an application for a role in a chosen public service, providing accurate and relevant information
• Tailor the application to the specific requirements of the role, highlighting relevant skills and experience

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the various opportunities to promote particular products within a retail environment, considering target audiences and promotional objectives.
• Promote products effectively to customers as part of a planned promotional campaign, using appropriate communication techniques.
• Contribute to the evaluation of a promotional campaign, analysing its effectiveness and identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a suitable public services project, considering its feasibility and potential impact
• Select a specific public services project to undertake, justifying the choice based on identified needs and resources
• Plan the chosen public services project, outlining objectives, activities, timelines, and resource allocation
• Undertake research relevant to the chosen public services project, gathering information from appropriate sources
• Undertake practical activity to complete the planned public services project, adhering to agreed timelines and objectives
• Present the completed public services project, communicating its aims, activities, and outcomes effectively
• Evaluate the outcomes of the public services project, assessing its impact and effectiveness
• Evaluate own performance throughout the public services project, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and select a suitable science or technology project
• Carry out research effectively for a chosen science or technology project
• Undertake practical activity to complete a science or technology project
• Present the findings of a science or technology project clearly and concisely
• Evaluate the outcomes of a science or technology project and reflect on own performance throughout the process

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and select a suitable engineering project, justifying the choice based on feasibility and learning potential.
• Conduct thorough research for the chosen engineering project, utilising appropriate sources and methodologies.
• Undertake practical activities to complete the engineering project, adhering to safety guidelines and industry standards.
• Present the completed engineering project, effectively communicating the aims, methods, and outcomes to a specified audience.
• Evaluate the outcomes of the engineering project against the initial objectives, and reflect on own performance throughout the project lifecycle, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Cash up accurately in a retail environment following organisational procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the purpose of checking stock levels in a retail environment
• Follow instructions to check stock levels in a retail environment
• Accurately record stock levels in a retail environment
• Identify stock-related problems that arise when checking stock levels
• Deal with stock-related problems according to organisational procedures
• Report stock-related problems to the appropriate personnel

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the reagents and techniques used to analyse different inorganic chemical compounds.
• Classify substances according to their pH level using appropriate indicators and equipment.
• Use chromatography techniques to analyse the composition of various materials.
• Detect the presence of different chemicals within unknown compounds using appropriate analytical methods.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain how the uses of chemical substances depend upon their chemical properties
• Explain how the uses of chemical substances depend upon their physical properties
• Describe chemical reactivity and bonding, including types of bonds and their properties
• Explain the relationship between chemical bonding and the properties of substances
• Investigate the factors that affect the rate of chemical reactions, using appropriate experimental techniques
• Analyse the results of investigations into the factors that affect the rate of chemical reactions
• Describe the factors that are affecting the Earth and its environment, such as pollution and climate change
• Explain the impact of human activities on the Earth and its environment

What you'll be able to do

• Know about child protection procedures
• Know about safeguarding children procedures
• Know about different types of child abuse
• Know what actions to take if they suspect a child is being harmed
• Know what actions to take if they suspect a child is at risk of harm

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the rights and responsibilities of citizens within a democratic society
• Describe the function and role of public services within society, including healthcare, education, and law enforcement
• Explain the principles of equal opportunities in society and the public services
• Analyse the importance of diversity and inclusion within society

What you'll be able to do

• Understand why communication is important to the development of children or young people, including its impact on their self-esteem, social skills and emotional well-being
• Communicate effectively with children or young people, taking into account their age, developmental stage and individual needs
• Use appropriate techniques to communicate with children or young people, including active listening, questioning and non-verbal communication

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of establishing and maintaining effective communication with parents and carers in children’s or young people’s settings.
• Know about effective practice in sharing information with parents and carers in children’s or young people’s settings, in line with organisational policies and procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of effective communication in the engineering workplace
• Understand how to communicate technical information in an engineering workplace
• Communicate in engineering contexts

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and describe different forms of communication used in health and social care settings
• Explain the importance of effective communication between health and social care practitioners and service users
• Identify potential barriers to effective communication between health and social care practitioners and service users
• Describe the processes for information-sharing between health and social care practitioners within and between services

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the importance to public services of community awareness
• Explain the importance to public services of cultural awareness
• Describe what it means to be part of a community
• Explain the benefits of being part of a community
• Describe cultural diversity within communities
• Explain the importance of respecting cultural diversity
• Identify social problems that exist in communities
• Identify cultural problems that exist in communities
• Explain the effect of social and cultural problems on the work of the public services

What you'll be able to do

• Select a suitable focus area for a community environment project, considering local needs and resources
• Communicate the benefits of engaging in a community environment project to different audiences
• Develop a detailed plan for a community environment project, including objectives, activities, and timelines
• Participate actively in a community environment project, contributing to its successful implementation
• Review the outcomes of a community environment project, evaluating its impact and identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the fundamental principles of computer programming, including variables, data types, and control structures
• Describe different programming paradigms, such as procedural and object-oriented programming
• Design a program based on a client brief, outlining the program's functionality and user interface
• Develop a program using a text-based programming language, adhering to coding standards and best practices
• Test the program thoroughly to identify and fix errors
• Refine the program based on testing results and feedback
• Document the program's functionality, code structure, and usage instructions
• Review the program to ensure it meets the client's requirements and is maintainable

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the features and functions of commonly used CAD software packages.
• Explain the importance of complying with national and international drawing standards when producing CAD drawings.
• Produce accurate 2D drawings using CAD software, adhering to industry standards.
• Produce accurate 3D drawings using CAD software, adhering to industry standards.

What you'll be able to do

• Manage accounting data effectively using computerised accounting software
• Process a range of business transactions accurately using computerised accounting software
• Produce accurate accounting documents and summary reports using computerised accounting software

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the context in which children’s and young people’s care is provided, including the social, cultural, and economic factors that influence care.
• Know the legal framework for care of children and young people, including relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance.
• Understand the care value base and its application to children’s or young people’s settings, including principles of respect, equality, and safeguarding.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the key considerations when creating a website for business purposes
• Understand the terminology commonly used in website development
• Create web pages or a complete website for a business
• Evaluate the website creation process and the final outcome against set criteria

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the impact of criminal behaviour on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
• Know about victim support services and the assistance they provide to those affected by crime.
• Know about crime reduction strategies and initiatives aimed at preventing criminal activity.
• Know about the methods used to report and record crime, including procedures for contacting the police and documenting incidents.
• Know about the management of offenders, including the roles of prisons, probation services, and other agencies.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the importance of excellent customer service to the travel and tourism industry, including its impact on customer satisfaction and business reputation
• Describe how to provide excellent customer service in the travel and tourism industry, including communication skills and problem-solving techniques
• Explain how travel and tourism customers and their needs vary, considering factors such as age, culture, and disability
• Demonstrate the ability to provide excellent service to a range of customers in the travel and tourism industry, adapting communication and service style to meet individual needs

What you'll be able to do

• Understand security protection measures and risk management issues related to IT systems and data.
• Understand the various measures that can be implemented to protect IT systems and data from current and evolving cyber threats.
• Implement practical measures to protect IT systems and data, such as installing security software and configuring firewalls.
• Understand current legal and ethical requirements related to cybersecurity, as well as relevant IT security policies and procedures within an organisation.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the principles of data management, including data storage, security, and integrity.
• Explain the purpose and application of data analytics techniques.
• Manipulate data using appropriate software tools to extract relevant information.
• Analyse data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Present data findings in a clear and concise manner, tailored to the intended purpose and audience.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the structure and principles of databases, including relational database models.
• Use database tools to design, develop, and test a relational database that meets specified requirements.
• Use database techniques to analyse and present data in a clear and understandable format.
• Review a relational database to identify areas for improvement and ensure it meets user needs.

What you'll be able to do

• Create non-relational database tables according to specified requirements
• Modify non-relational database tables to meet changing needs
• Enter structured information accurately into a database
• Edit existing information within a database to ensure accuracy and currency
• Organise structured information within a database for efficient retrieval
• Use database software tools to run queries to extract specific information
• Produce reports from a database, presenting information in a clear and concise manner

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how resolving customer queries and complaints effectively contributes to customer loyalty and confidence in a retail environment.
• Understand how to manage angry or difficult customers professionally and calmly when dealing with customer queries and complaints in a retail environment.
• Deal with customer queries promptly and efficiently in a retail environment, providing accurate information and appropriate solutions.
• Deal with customer complaints effectively in a retail environment, following established procedures and aiming to achieve a satisfactory resolution.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the types of emergencies that travel and tourism organisations must be prepared for.
• Explain the need for effective responses to problems and emergencies in travel and tourism.
• Describe the emergency procedures of a travel and tourism organisation.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe different types of loss and grief
• Explain the impact of loss and grief on individuals
• Describe the process of grieving
• Explain the process of adjusting to loss
• Explain how a health and social care professional can support an individual to adjust to loss or grief
• Identify support services for people grieving or adjusting to loss
• Explain how to access support services for people grieving or adjusting to loss

What you'll be able to do

• Define dementia and its impact on individuals.
• Explain the key features of different theoretical models of dementia.
• Identify the most common types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia, and describe their causes.
• Analyse the factors that influence an individual's experience of dementia, including personal history, social support, and environmental factors.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how product demonstrations can contribute to increased sales figures within a retail environment.
• Prepare the product demonstration area to ensure it is safe, organised and efficient for demonstrating products to customers.
• Communicate the key features and benefits of the products being demonstrated to customers in a clear and engaging manner.
• Tidy and restore the demonstration area to its original state after the product demonstration has been completed.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications, considering the target audience and the purpose of the publication
• Input and combine text and other information within publications, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications, including manipulating text, images and other design elements

What you'll be able to do

• Create a range of publications using desktop publishing software, such as brochures, newsletters, and posters
• Tailor publications to meet the specific needs of different purposes and audiences
• Manipulate text and images to enhance the visual appeal and readability of publications
• Apply formatting techniques to create a consistent and professional look
• Proofread publications carefully to identify and correct errors
• Prepare publications for printing, ensuring proper resolution and colour settings
• Print publications using appropriate printing methods and equipment

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the principles of bonding in brickwork construction
• Describe the purpose of different brickwork bonds
• Prepare for constructing brick walls using bonding, including selecting appropriate materials and tools
• Set out the work area for constructing brick walls using bonding
• Demonstrate skills and techniques used in constructing brick walls using bonding, following industry standards
• Construct brick walls using bonding to a specified design
• Leave the work area clean and tidy, disposing of waste materials appropriately

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a personal fitness training plan.
• Describe factors affecting exercise adherence.
• Implement, monitor and review a personal fitness training plan.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key reasons for the post-war development of the travel and tourism industry in the UK
• Understand the impact of technology on the travel and tourism industry
• Understand the current trends in the UK tourism industry
• Understand how the travel and tourism industry responds to external pressures and influences

What you'll be able to do

• Devise scenes with reference to character, situation and story
• Devise scenes with structure, style and angle
• Engage with character and situation when devising scenes
• Demonstrate technical acting skills when devising scenes
• Review own devising drama work and identify areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Define what is meant by diabetes, including type 1 and type 2 diabetes
• Identify risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes, including lifestyle and genetic factors
• Describe the treatment and management options for individuals with diabetes, including medication, diet, and exercise
• Describe how to respond to hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) in individuals with diabetes
• Describe how to respond to hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar) in individuals with diabetes
• Explain the links between diabetes and other conditions, such as cardiovascular disease and kidney disease

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the fundamental principles that underpin digital graphics creation.
• Plan and develop design ideas for bitmap digital graphics in response to a specific client brief.
• Plan and develop design ideas for vector digital graphics in response to a specific client brief.
• Develop bitmap digital graphics using appropriate software and techniques.
• Develop vector digital graphics using appropriate software and techniques.
• Review the effectiveness of created bitmap digital graphics against the original client brief.
• Refine bitmap digital graphics based on the review findings.
• Review the effectiveness of created vector digital graphics against the original client brief.
• Refine vector digital graphics based on the review findings.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify various digital marketing approaches used in the digital and creative industries, such as social media marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO), and email marketing
• Describe the characteristics of different digital marketing channels
• Explain the key components of a digital marketing campaign, including target audience, objectives, and budget
• Analyse successful digital marketing campaigns to identify best practices
• Create a proposal for a digital marketing campaign to promote a given company, product, or service
• Define the target audience and objectives for the proposed campaign
• Outline the digital marketing channels and tactics to be used in the campaign
• Estimate the budget and timeline for the proposed campaign

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how to set up a digital camera, adjusting settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, to produce professional-quality digital photographs.
• Use various features of a digital camera, including different lenses, flash settings, and shooting modes, to produce professional digital photographs that meet a specific design brief.
• Produce digital photographs that effectively meet the requirements of a given design brief, demonstrating an understanding of composition, lighting, and subject matter.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of conducting thorough checks for potential health and safety hazards before setting up and dismantling retail displays.
• Understand how effective displays contribute to promoting sales and attracting customers.
• Know and apply the legal requirements for accurately labelling products within a retail display.
• Assess the availability of suitable space and other necessary resources for creating a retail display.
• Prepare a designated display area for use in a retail environment, ensuring it is clean, safe, and appropriate.
• Set up an engaging and visually appealing display of stock in a retail environment.
• Correctly label the displayed stock in a retail environment, adhering to all relevant regulations.
• Dismantle a retail display efficiently and safely, returning the area to its original state.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain how water is distributed to domestic properties.
• Describe the systems used to distribute water around domestic properties.
• Plan the positioning of plumbing hardware within a domestic property, considering relevant regulations and best practice.
• Plan pipework systems for a domestic property, considering material selection and jointing techniques.
• Plan water storage systems for a domestic property, considering capacity and safety.
• Plan insulation systems for pipework and storage in a domestic property to minimise heat loss and prevent freezing.
• Compare and contrast the relative merits of common domestic central heating options, such as gas, oil, and electric systems.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how energy is used in domestic settings, including heating, lighting, and appliances.
• Understand the principles of domestic energy efficiency and methods for reducing energy consumption.
• Understand the environmental and financial benefits of improving domestic energy efficiency.
• Understand the various ways in which domestic energy efficiency can be improved, including insulation, heating systems, and renewable energy sources.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the concept of duty of care in health and social care
• Describe the role of legislation and workplace policies in helping health and social care organisations and staff to fulfil their duty of care
• Identify dilemmas relating to duty of care

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the importance of effective communication in the workplace
• Identify how different types of communication are appropriate for different situations
• Produce appropriate forms of written communication
• Deliver appropriate forms of oral communication

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the short-term effects of exercise on the body systems.
• Know the long-term effects of exercise on the body systems.
• Know about exercise energy systems and their functions.
• Know the impact of drugs on sports performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Recognise the different types of signals used in electronic systems
• Identify the units of measurement used in electronic systems
• Describe the function of different electronic components
• Explain the function of different electronic devices
• Construct electronic circuits according to given specifications
• Test electronic circuits to ensure they function correctly
• Describe the principles of electronic communication systems
• Explain the methods used for data transmission in electronic communication systems

What you'll be able to do

• Know the types of signals (analogue and digital) and units of measurements used in electronic systems.
• Know the functions of electronic components and devices, such as resistors, capacitors, transistors, and integrated circuits.
• Construct and test analogue and digital electronic circuits using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Understand electronic communication systems and data transmission methods, including modulation, encoding, and networking.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the different components used in electronic systems
• Describe the function of components used in electronic systems
• Carry out electrical measurements on electronic circuits safely, following health and safety guidelines
• Use appropriate tools and equipment to carry out electrical measurements on electronic circuits
• Construct an electronic system safely, following a given design or specification
• Use appropriate tools and equipment to construct the electronic system
• Assess the constructed electronic system safely, following health and safety guidelines
• Evaluate the performance of the constructed electronic system against the identified problem

What you'll be able to do

• Know the common causes of different types of domestic and leisure fire and emergency incidents.
• Know about relevant fire and accident safety legislation and regulations.
• Understand domestic and leisure fire and incident prevention measures that can be implemented.
• Understand the practical work undertaken by the public and emergency services in dealing with fires and other emergency incidents.

What you'll be able to do

• Know employer and employee rights, responsibilities and own organisational procedures
• Know factors that affect own organisation and occupation

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate and document different types of energy transformations.
• Describe the properties and applications of waves and radiation.
• Describe the properties and applications of ionising radiations.
• Explain how electrical energy generated from different sources can be transferred to electrical circuits in homes and industry.
• Identify the components of the solar system and explain how the universe is changing.
• Describe the methods used to explore space.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the purposes of engineering maintenance, including preventative and corrective maintenance
• Explain the procedures involved in engineering maintenance activities
• Identify the resources required for effective engineering maintenance
• Plan a maintenance activity on an engineering system or product, taking into account safety and efficiency
• Carry out a planned maintenance activity on an engineering system or product, following established procedures and safety guidelines

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the key properties of common engineering materials, including their mechanical, thermal, and electrical characteristics
• Identify engineering materials based on their properties and characteristics
• Explain the procedures for obtaining materials for an engineering activity
• Describe the importance of sustainable use of engineering materials
• Explain methods for reducing waste and recycling engineering materials

What you'll be able to do

• Know the importance of the carbon cycle in maintaining environmental balance.
• Know the functions of the carbon cycle in regulating atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.
• Know the importance of the nitrogen cycle in maintaining environmental balance.
• Know the functions of the nitrogen cycle in supporting plant growth and ecosystem health.
• Know the processes that produce undesirable atmospheric changes, such as greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
• Know the economic consequences of pollution caused by humans, including impacts on health, agriculture, and tourism.
• Know the social consequences of pollution caused by humans, including impacts on quality of life and environmental justice.
• Understand the arguments for the continued expansion of recycling programmes, considering environmental and economic benefits.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the indicators and causes of climate change
• Understand the effects of climate change on plants, animals and people
• Understand how the impact on the environment can be measured
• Understand how individuals and businesses can reduce their carbon footprint

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the principles of equality and inclusion in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings.
• Demonstrate how to work in an inclusive way, respecting diversity and promoting equal opportunities.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the principles of planning exercise and fitness sessions and programmes.
• Design exercise and fitness programmes.
• Lead aspects of fitness sessions.
• Assess a fitness session.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the key characteristics that define a successful entrepreneur.
• Understand and evaluate your own strengths as an enterprising individual.
• Understand various methods and opportunities for developing enterprise skills and knowledge.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about a range of new and emerging digital technologies currently available.
• Understand how new and emerging digital technologies are used in different contexts.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore different ideas for an enterprise activity
• Develop ideas for an enterprise activity
• Test out enterprise ideas with potential customers to gather feedback
• Analyse feedback from potential customers to refine enterprise ideas
• Identify the potential risks involved in implementing the enterprise activity
• Describe strategies for mitigating the risks involved in implementing the enterprise activity
• Prepare a presentation to communicate an idea for an enterprise activity
• Present an idea for an enterprise activity to an audience, using appropriate communication techniques

What you'll be able to do

• Know the fitness testing requirements necessary to achieve excellence in a sport.
• Know the training requirements necessary to achieve excellence in a sport.
• Know how lifestyle factors affect sports training and performance.
• Know how psychological factors affect sports training and performance.
• Assess own level of fitness.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of food safety practices in health and social care and children’s and young people’s settings
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain personal hygiene when handling food and drink
• Demonstrate the ability to prepare food and drink safely
• Demonstrate the ability to serve food and drink safely
• Demonstrate the ability to clear away food and drink safely
• Store food and drink safely in health and social care and children’s and young people’s settings, in accordance with guidelines

What you'll be able to do

• Know the principles of healthy eating and the specific nutritional requirements for children and young people.
• Effectively encourage children and young people to adopt and maintain healthy eating habits.
• Support children and young people in making healthy food choices and maintaining a balanced diet.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand different types of computer games, considering their genres, platforms, and target audiences.
• Design a computer game in response to a client brief, outlining the game's concept, mechanics, and target audience.
• Develop a computer game based on the design, implementing the game mechanics and features.
• Test a computer game to identify and resolve bugs and ensure it meets the design specifications.
• Review a computer game, evaluating its strengths and weaknesses and suggesting improvements.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the purpose of games engines and their role in game development.
• Understand the components of games engines, including rendering engines, physics engines, and scripting languages.
• Use a game engine to plan the development of a 2D or 3D game, outlining the game's structure and assets.
• Create a 2D or 3D game map using a game engine, incorporating terrain, objects, and interactive elements.
• Apply testing techniques to a 2D or 3D game map to identify and resolve issues with gameplay and performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe visual language components used in graphic design
• Experiment with graphic design visual language components in response to a design brief
• Create graphic design work using visual language in response to a design brief
• Review the use of visual language components in graphic design work

What you'll be able to do

• Communicate effectively with an audience through performance.
• Take direction from a director or other members of the production team.
• Use teamwork skills effectively in moving a performance project forward.
• Understand how to structure performance work to meet the needs of a specific audience.
• Use standard scripting conventions in the development of performance material.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining health and safety standards within the hospitality and catering industry.
• Know about common risks and hazards present in a catering or hospitality environment, and how to identify them.
• Understand how to implement and maintain a healthy and safe working environment in the hospitality or catering industry, including risk assessment and control measures.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the legal and organisational requirements for health and safety in the public services sector.
• Know about the common risks and hazards present in a public service workplace environment.
• Understand how to maintain a healthy and safe working environment in the public services, adhering to relevant procedures and guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand roles and responsibilities for health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
• Understand how risk assessments contribute to health and safety in the workplace.
• Understand how to identify and control the risks from common workplace hazards.
• Know the procedures for responding to accidents and incidents in the workplace.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the range of establishments that provide hospitality products and services
• Describe the importance of the hospitality industry to the travel and tourism customer

What you'll be able to do

• Select and use a variety of sources of information, including digital and non-digital sources, to meet specific needs.
• Access, search for, select and use Internet-based information effectively and evaluate its fitness for purpose, considering factors such as reliability and bias.
• Select and use IT tools to communicate and exchange information safely, responsibly and effectively, adhering to relevant legislation and organisational policies.

What you'll be able to do

• Select appropriate methods to minimise security risks to IT systems.
• Use appropriate methods to minimise security risks to IT systems.
• Select appropriate methods to minimise security risks to data.
• Use appropriate methods to minimise security risks to data.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the role of IT support within different types of organisations
• Explain the importance of IT support in maintaining organisational efficiency
• Outline the procedures used when diagnosing IT faults, including troubleshooting steps
• Describe common IT faults and their potential causes
• Install hardware components in IT systems according to specifications
• Configure hardware settings to meet user requirements
• Test hardware functionality to ensure proper operation
• Install software applications on IT systems and mobile devices
• Configure software settings to meet user requirements
• Test software functionality to ensure proper operation
• Apply safety measures to IT systems and mobile devices to prevent accidents and injuries
• Implement security measures to protect IT systems and mobile devices from threats

What you'll be able to do

• Identify a range of softwood timber types used in construction.
• Identify a range of hardwood timber types used in construction.
• Select appropriate timber based on its properties for a given construction task.
• Identify a range of engineered timber products used in construction.
• Describe the processes by which timber deteriorates when in use.

What you'll be able to do

• Obtain, insert and combine different types of information for use in images, such as text, graphics, and photographs
• Use a range of imaging software tools to create new images from scratch
• Use imaging software tools to manipulate existing images, including resizing, cropping, and colour correction
• Use imaging software tools to edit images, including retouching, adding effects, and removing imperfections

What you'll be able to do

• Identify areas and communities of the UK that are vulnerable to the impacts of tourism
• Describe the potential positive impacts of tourism on areas and their communities
• Describe the potential negative impacts of tourism on areas and their communities
• Explain how tourism is managed to minimise negative impacts
• Describe the role of different organisations in managing tourism

What you'll be able to do

• Plan the use of appropriate IT systems and software for different purposes, considering the specific requirements of the task.
• Select appropriate IT systems and software for different purposes, based on their features and capabilities.
• Use appropriate IT systems and software effectively for different purposes.
• Review the ongoing use of IT tools and systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Adapt the ongoing use of IT tools and systems to ensure that activities are successful and efficient.
• Develop solutions to improve the ongoing use of IT tools and systems, addressing identified issues and challenges.
• Test solutions to improve the ongoing use of IT tools and systems, evaluating their effectiveness and making necessary adjustments.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify an area of a business that requires improvement in terms of its sustainability practices.
• Identify specific processes, working practices or resources that can be used to support improvements in the identified area of the business, in order to enhance sustainability.
• Develop a detailed project plan designed to support the implementation of improvements in sustainability within the identified area of the business, and present this plan to relevant stakeholders.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the nature of improvisation
• Create a performance effectively through the process of improvisation
• Describe the functions of a given performance aim, brief or concept
• Contribute effectively to a group improvised performance
• Explain the value of evaluation

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the different ways that infections can spread.
• Know how health and social care or children and young people’s settings prevent and control infections to minimise risk.
• Know how personal hygiene practices contribute to infection prevention and control in health and social care or children and young people’s settings.
• Understand how to reduce the risk of infection through appropriate procedures and practices in health and social care or children and young people’s settings.
• Encourage staff and clients/children in health and social care or children and young people’s settings to adopt practices that reduce the risk of infection.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about common injuries and illnesses associated with participation in various sports.
• Know about the potential causes of sports injuries and methods to reduce the risk of these occurring.
• Know about appropriate treatments for common sports injuries and illnesses.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the key stages of intellectual and language development in children and young people.
• Know about factors that can influence the intellectual and language development of children and young people.
• Support children and young people’s intellectual development through appropriate activities and resources.
• Support children and young people’s language development through appropriate communication strategies.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the characteristics and applications of different types of interactive media products.
• Design an interactive media product in response to a given design brief, considering user needs and technical constraints.
• Develop an interactive media product using appropriate software and tools.
• Test the functionality and usability of an interactive media product.
• Review the interactive media product against the original design brief and user feedback.
• Refine the interactive media product based on testing and review findings.

What you'll be able to do

• Interpret engineering drawings, including orthographic projections, sectional views, and auxiliary views
• Interpret related documentation, such as specifications, standards, and technical manuals
• Extract relevant information from engineering drawings and related documentation
• Apply information from drawings and related documentation to engineering tasks
• Use information from drawings and related documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the key aspects of self-employment in a given sector
• Recognise the characteristics of successful self-employed people
• Understand how to manage income and expenditure as a self-employed person
• Know the legal and ethical responsibilities of a self-employed person
• Know about the key steps involved in planning for self-employment
• Understand the types of support available to people considering self-employment, including financial, mentoring, and training opportunities

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
• Summarise different theories about human behaviour, including their key concepts and applications.
• Identify and explain various methodologies used in psychological research, including their strengths and limitations.
• Design a psychological research study, including formulating a hypothesis, selecting appropriate methods, and considering ethical implications.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain how forensic science is used in the criminal justice system
• Describe the role of different forensic science disciplines
• Process information at a crime scene, following established protocols
• Record observations and findings accurately at a crime scene
• Collect evidence from a crime scene, maintaining its integrity
• Use appropriate scientific techniques to analyse evidence collected from a crime scene
• Interpret the results of scientific analysis of evidence

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the relationship between maintaining appropriate stock levels and meeting customer demand
• Understand the relationship between maintaining appropriate stock levels and ensuring the quality of stock on sale
• Accurately check the level of stock on sale in a retail environment
• Replenish stock on sale in a retail environment efficiently

What you'll be able to do

• Reflect on the skills, knowledge and behaviours learnt during the work placement experience
• Identify areas for improvement in future work placement experiences
• Demonstrate the ability to use learning from the work placement to set realistic and achievable career-related goals

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the importance of food safety in catering environments, including the potential consequences of foodborne illnesses
• Keep yourself clean and hygienic by adhering to personal hygiene standards
• Describe how to maintain personal cleanliness and hygiene in a food handling environment
• Keep the working area clean and hygienic by following cleaning schedules and procedures
• Explain how to maintain a clean and hygienic working area to prevent contamination
• Store food safely, following correct temperature controls and storage methods
• Describe how to store food safely to prevent spoilage and contamination
• Prepare, cook and hold food safely, adhering to food safety regulations and guidelines
• Describe how to prepare, cook and hold food safely to minimise the risk of foodborne illnesses
• Explain how to maintain food safety throughout the food handling process, from delivery to service

What you'll be able to do

• Warm up effectively, preparing the body for dance activities
• Cool down effectively, aiding recovery after dance activities
• Participate actively in trust building exercises to enhance group cohesion
• Create original movement phrases using choreographic principles
• Combine individual movement phrases into a cohesive sequence
• Dance confidently with a partner or within a small group, demonstrating coordination and spatial awareness

What you'll be able to do

• Apply arithmetic methods to solve engineering problems
• Apply algebraic methods to solve engineering problems
• Apply graphical methods to solve engineering problems
• Apply mensuration methods to solve engineering problems
• Apply trigonometry methods to solve engineering problems

What you'll be able to do

• Know factors to be considered when planning a menu
• Calculate cost of menus and portions
• Plan and cost menus for given situations

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the characteristics of mobile apps, including their platforms, user interfaces, and functionalities.
• Produce a design specification for a mobile app for a specific purpose and audience, detailing the app's features, layout, and user experience.
• Develop a mobile app to meet design specification requirements, implementing the app's functionalities and user interface.
• Test the mobile app against the design specification to ensure it meets the requirements and functions correctly.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the processes involved in multi-track audio recording and mixing
• Prepare equipment and resources for recording operations
• Operate a multi-track audio mixer and recording device/software effectively

What you'll be able to do

• Plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet identified needs and target audience requirements.
• Obtain, input and combine various content types, such as text, images, audio, and video, to build cohesive multimedia outcomes.
• Use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content, ensuring it meets specified requirements and is visually appealing.
• Play and present multimedia outcomes effectively, demonstrating appropriate use of presentation techniques and equipment.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the nature of improvisation, including its principles and techniques.
• Create a performance through the process of improvisation, using appropriate musical elements.
• Know about the changes and patterns in a given score or piece of music, relevant to improvisation.
• Contribute effectively to a group improvised performance, responding to other performers.
• Know about the value of evaluation in improving improvisation and performance skills.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about marketing and promotional processes used within the music industry
• Produce promotional materials suitable for use in the music industry

What you'll be able to do

• Know about different remix styles and audio production processes
• Produce a remix of a piece of music using appropriate techniques
• Review own remix production, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Know the features and functions of music sequencing software
• Produce music using music software, demonstrating effective use of its features
• Respond to a brief for the production of sequenced music, meeting the specified requirements
• Apply a review process to a sequenced piece of music, identifying strengths and areas for development

What you'll be able to do

• Use technical skills to perform and practice music effectively
• Know the importance of correct posture when performing music, and its impact on performance
• Establish effective practice routines to improve musical skills
• Perform music to a suitable standard
• Review own music progress and performance, identifying areas for improvement and future development

What you'll be able to do

• Know how music can contribute to creating a specific mood in a performance
• Know how music can contribute to creating a specific atmosphere in a performance
• Demonstrate practical music making skills
• Know about the role of rhythm in music
• Know about the role of tempo in music
• Select appropriate music for use in a performance

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the history, conventions, and key practitioners of musical theatre performance
• Use acting skills, including characterisation and vocal projection, for a musical theatre performance
• Use dance skills, including technique and choreography, for a musical theatre performance
• Use music performance skills, including singing and rhythm, for a musical theatre performance
• Perform a complete musical theatre work, demonstrating integrated acting, dance, and music skills

What you'll be able to do

• Describe network management systems
• Describe network management tools
• Implement network management procedures for a specific purpose
• Explain how enabling network technologies can be used to support business
• Use enabling network technologies

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the function of different network components
• Understand common network protocols and their purpose
• Understand the applications that utilise networks
• Configure a network with appropriate security measures
• Troubleshoot common network issues
• Review a network's performance and security

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of good nutrition for optimising sports performance.
• Know the specific nutritional requirements for sports performers, considering different activities and training regimes.
• Assess the suitability of own diet in relation to sports performance requirements.
• Develop, implement and review a personal nutritional strategy to enhance sports performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify workplace hazards associated with electrical maintenance operations
• Describe health and safety requirements for electrical maintenance operations, including safe isolation procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Explain the operation of common electrical systems and circuits
• Describe the function and operation of components used in electrical systems, such as resistors, capacitors, and transistors
• Select appropriate components for use in electrical systems when carrying out maintenance procedures
• Apply fault-finding techniques to identify faults in electrical components and systems
• Carry out routine maintenance activities on electrical components and systems, following established procedures

What you'll be able to do

• Identify workplace hazards associated with electronic maintenance operations
• Describe health and safety requirements associated with electronic maintenance operations
• Explain the operation of electronic systems
• Explain the operation of electronic circuits
• Describe the function of components used in electronic systems
• Explain the operation of components used in electronic systems
• Select appropriate components for use in electronic systems when carrying out maintenance procedures
• Apply fault-finding techniques to electronic systems and components
• Carry out routine maintenance activities on electronic systems
• Carry out routine maintenance activities on electronic components

What you'll be able to do

• Identify workplace hazards associated with mechanical maintenance operations
• Describe health and safety requirements associated with mechanical maintenance operations
• Explain the operation of mechanical systems
• Describe the function of mechanical system components
• Explain the operation of mechanical system components
• Select appropriate components for use in mechanical maintenance operations
• Apply fault-finding techniques to mechanical components and systems
• Carry out routine maintenance activities on mechanical components
• Carry out routine maintenance activities on mechanical systems

What you'll be able to do

• Implement strategies to keep computer hardware and software operating efficiently.
• Manage files and disks effectively to optimise IT system performance.
• Troubleshoot and respond appropriately to common IT system problems and errors.
• Customise the working environment to optimise performance and user experience.
• Maintain software applications to meet performance needs and security requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the role and importance of signage and graphics within visual merchandising displays.
• Source appropriate signage and graphics to meet specific visual merchandising needs and objectives.
• Position signage and graphics effectively to support and enhance visual merchandising displays.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the different types of partnership-working in services for children and young people, including multi-agency teams and collaborative projects
• Know the roles and responsibilities of different professionals involved in partnership-working in services for children and young people
• Know the benefits of partnership-working in services for children and young people, including improved outcomes and coordinated support
• Understand the importance of effective communication between partners, including clear and concise information sharing
• Understand the need for confidentiality when working in partnership, adhering to data protection regulations and ethical guidelines
• Understand the importance of respecting the roles and responsibilities of other professionals involved in partnership-working
• Understand the importance of partnerships with parents/carers in supporting children and young people
• Understand the benefits of involving parents/carers in decision-making processes related to their children
• Understand the importance of communicating effectively with parents/carers, providing clear and accessible information

What you'll be able to do

• Employ disciplines and techniques central to effective performance, such as focus, concentration, and physical control
• Review own contribution to a performance, identifying strengths and areas for improvement
• Review a production, analysing its artistic and technical elements and their impact on the audience

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the concept of person-centred care and its importance in health and social care settings.
• Describe different person-centred approaches used in health and social care.

What you'll be able to do

• Use calendars within personal information management software to schedule appointments and meetings effectively.
• Use a task list within personal information management software to prioritise activities and manage workload efficiently.
• Use an address book within personal information management software to store, organise, and retrieve contact information accurately and securely.

What you'll be able to do

• Utilise photo editing software to achieve a specific, defined purpose.
• Adjust digital images to meet specified requirements.
• Modify digital images to meet specified requirements.
• Prepare digital images to meet specified requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the stages of children's and young people's growth and development, including physical milestones.
• Know about factors that can influence children's and young people's physical development.
• Support children and young people's physical development through appropriate activities and resources.
• Promote healthy lifestyles to support children and young people's physical well-being.

What you'll be able to do

• Organise own work effectively to pick products to fulfil customer orders within a retail environment, prioritising tasks and managing time efficiently.
• Accurately and efficiently pick products in a retail environment to meet specific customer requirements, following organisational procedures.
• Prepare picked orders for collection or despatch from a retail environment, ensuring items are correctly packaged and labelled.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the requirements for storing goods and materials in a retail environment, including temperature, humidity, and security.
• Describe procedures for resolving problems with storage facilities and equipment, including reporting faults and arranging repairs.
• Place goods and materials into storage in a retail environment, following established procedures and safety guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a series of dance sessions, taking into account participant needs and abilities
• Lead a series of dance sessions, providing clear instruction and guidance
• Understand the purpose of providing feedback to participants in dance sessions
• Evaluate a dance session, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the different sectors and types of events within the events industry
• Understand the key responsibilities and skills required of an event planner/coordinator
• Produce a comprehensive event plan, including objectives, target audience, budget, and logistics

What you'll be able to do

• Know the key characteristics of effective leadership in the context of sport or active leisure activities.
• Plan a sport or active leisure activity or session, considering participant needs and objectives.
• Lead a sport or active leisure activity or session, demonstrating effective communication and motivational skills.
• Review the effectiveness of a sport or active leisure session, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Plan a sports or active leisure event, considering all relevant factors such as resources, safety, and participant needs.
• Contribute to the organisation of a sports or active leisure event, working effectively as part of a team.
• Contribute to the running of a sports or active leisure event, fulfiling assigned roles and responsibilities.
• Assess the effectiveness of a sports or active leisure event, gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the diverse range of roles and opportunities available within the travel and tourism industry.
• Know the essential skills, qualities, and personal attributes that are typically required by employees in the travel and tourism sector.
• Create a plan for pursuing work opportunities in the travel and tourism industry, including identifying career goals and outlining necessary steps.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify and describe the tools and equipment commonly used in plastering, explaining their functions and maintenance requirements.
• Identify and describe the different types of materials used in plastering, explaining their properties and applications.
• Prepare surfaces for plastering, ensuring they are clean, level, and properly primed.
• Apply plaster to surfaces using appropriate techniques, achieving a smooth and even finish.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate skills for sports.
• Demonstrate techniques for sports.
• Demonstrate tactics for sports.
• Know rules of sports.
• Know regulations of sports.
• Know scoring systems of sports.
• Know the roles of sports officials.
• Know the responsibilities of sports officials.
• Review sports performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare meat for basic dishes, following recipes and adhering to food safety standards.
• Understand the processes involved in preparing meat for basic dishes, including selection, storage, and safe handling techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare poultry for basic dishes according to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Understand the different cuts of poultry and the preparation techniques required for basic dishes.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare vegetables for basic dishes
• Describe how to prepare vegetables for basic dishes

What you'll be able to do

• Check poultry in advance of cooking
• Cook basic fish dishes
• Know about cooking methods and equipment for basic fish dishes
• Finish basic fish dishes
• Understand how to finish basic fish dishes

What you'll be able to do

• Check meat in advance of cooking to ensure quality
• Check meat in advance of cooking to ensure suitability for the dish
• Prepare basic meat dishes for cooking
• Cook basic meat dishes using appropriate methods
• Describe different cooking methods for basic meat dishes
• Identify appropriate equipment for cooking basic meat dishes
• Cook basic meat dishes to the required standard
• Finish basic meat dishes to the required standard
• Describe different finishing methods for basic meat dishes
• Explain the finishing requirements for basic meat dishes

What you'll be able to do

• Check poultry in advance of cooking, ensuring it is safe and suitable for consumption.
• Cook basic poultry dishes, following recipes and adhering to food safety standards.
• Know about different cooking methods and equipment suitable for preparing poultry dishes.
• Finish basic poultry dishes, ensuring they are presented attractively and meet quality standards.
• Know the finishing methods and requirements for basic poultry dishes, including garnishing and portioning.

What you'll be able to do

• Check vegetables in advance of cooking, ensuring freshness and suitability for the intended dish.
• Cook basic vegetable dishes using a variety of cooking methods.
• Know about different cooking methods and equipment suitable for preparing vegetables, including their advantages and disadvantages.
• Finish basic vegetable dishes to a high standard, enhancing their flavour and presentation.
• Know the finishing methods and requirements for basic vegetable dishes, including appropriate sauces, garnishes, and presentation techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Check bread and dough products for quality and consistency in advance of baking, identifying any potential issues.
• Cook simple bread and dough products using appropriate methods and equipment to achieve desired results.
• Describe the different cooking methods and equipment used for cooking simple bread and dough products, explaining their advantages and disadvantages.
• Finish simple bread and dough products to meet quality standards and presentation requirements.
• Describe how to finish simple bread and dough products, including the use of glazes, toppings, and decorations.
• Store bread and dough products correctly to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
• Describe how to store bread and dough products to ensure optimal quality and shelf life.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare basic bread and dough products in accordance with recipes and organisational procedures.
• Understand the ingredients, equipment, and techniques required to prepare basic bread and dough products.
• Cook basic bread and dough products using appropriate methods and equipment.
• Understand the cooking methods and temperatures required for different types of basic bread and dough products.
• Finish basic bread and dough products to meet quality standards and presentation requirements.
• Understand the finishing techniques and garnishes suitable for basic bread and dough products.

What you'll be able to do

• Accurately prepare the ingredients and equipment required for making basic cakes, biscuits, and scones.
• Understand the correct methods and techniques for preparing basic cake, biscuit, and scone mixtures.
• Cook basic cakes, biscuits, and scones using appropriate baking temperatures and times.
• Understand the principles of heat transfer and how they affect the cooking process for basic cakes, biscuits, and scones.
• Finish basic cakes, biscuits, and scones using appropriate decorative techniques and presentation methods.
• Understand how to store basic cakes, biscuits and scones to maintain their quality and freshness.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare basic hot and cold desserts in accordance with recipes and organisational standards
• Understand the principles and techniques involved in preparing basic hot and cold desserts
• Cook basic hot and cold desserts using appropriate methods and equipment
• Understand the cooking methods and processes required for basic hot and cold desserts
• Finish basic hot and cold desserts to a high standard, using appropriate garnishes and presentation techniques
• Understand the importance of presentation and finishing techniques for basic hot and cold desserts

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare basic pasta dishes in accordance with recipes and organisational procedures.
• Understand the methods and techniques used to prepare basic pasta dishes.
• Cook basic pasta dishes using appropriate cooking methods and equipment.
• Understand the principles of cooking basic pasta dishes to ensure quality and safety.
• Finish basic pasta dishes with appropriate sauces, garnishes and accompaniments.
• Understand how to finish basic pasta dishes to enhance flavour and presentation.

What you'll be able to do

• Prepare basic pastry products in accordance with recipes and organisational procedures.
• Understand the ingredients, equipment, and techniques required to prepare basic pastry products.
• Cook basic pastry products using appropriate methods and to the required standards.
• Understand the cooking methods and quality points for basic pastry products.
• Finish basic pastry products to meet presentation standards and customer requirements.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the background and purpose of the company or organisation where the work placement is planned
• Know the key personnel and departments within the company or organisation where the work placement is planned
• Know the health and safety procedures relevant to the company or organisation where the work placement is planned
• Know the information needed before starting the work placement, including contact details, start date, and working hours
• Know the required documentation and procedures for starting the work placement
• Know what the company or organisation expects of the learner during the work placement, including attendance, punctuality, and conduct
• Know the specific tasks and responsibilities expected of the learner during the work placement
• Set realistic and achievable goals relating to the work placement, aligned with learning objectives
• Document the goals set for the work placement, including timelines and success criteria

What you'll be able to do

• Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
• Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slide sequences
• Prepare slideshow for presentation

What you'll be able to do

• Create a presentation suitable for different purposes
• Tailor a presentation to suit different audiences
• Amend the layout of a presentation
• Edit the content of a presentation
• Format a presentation to ensure accessibility for all users

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of providing excellent customer service in the hospitality sector
• Understand the role of the individual in delivering customer service in the hospitality sector
• Understand the importance of customers’ needs and expectations in the hospitality sector
• Know about customer service problems
• Resolve customer service problems

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of providing excellent customer service when processing customer orders in a retail environment.
• Understand the legal and organisational requirements for the correct use of customer information when processing customer orders.
• Accurately determine what goods customers want to order in a retail environment.
• Check the availability of the goods that customers want to order, using appropriate systems and procedures.
• Accurately and efficiently process orders for customers in a retail environment, following organisational procedures.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the rights and responsibilities of both the retailer and the customer in relation to returned goods, with reference to relevant legislation
• Explain the importance of stock control systems in managing returned goods and maintaining accurate inventory
• Assist retail customers who need to return goods, providing helpful and efficient service
• Process returned goods according to established procedures, ensuring accurate recording and appropriate handling

What you'll be able to do

• Know the principles of healthy eating and their importance.
• Produce a healthy dish that meets specific dietary requirements.
• Know about a range of ingredients suitable for use in healthy dishes.
• Know techniques for preparing ingredients for healthy dishes.
• Know techniques for cooking ingredients for healthy dishes.
• Know techniques for serving healthy dishes in an appealing manner.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe different scales of production used in manufacturing organisations
• Describe the processes used in manufacturing organisations
• Describe the equipment used in manufacturing organisations
• Prepare an outline production plan

What you'll be able to do

• Use project management software to create projects
• Use project management software to define projects
• Use project management software to plan projects
• Use project management software to organise projects
• Use project management software to update project progress
• Use project management software to report on project progress

What you'll be able to do

• Know the importance of promotion within the concept of the marketing mix, and how it contributes to the overall success of a business
• Know how businesses promote their products and services through various channels, including advertising, public relations, sales promotions and direct marketing
• Know how promotional activities influence customers' perceptions, attitudes and buying behaviour
• Develop a plan to promote a product or service, including identifying the target audience, selecting appropriate promotional channels and setting measurable objectives

What you'll be able to do

• Know the responsibilities of health and social care organisations and practitioners in relation to protection and safeguarding, including relevant legislation and policies.
• Know about good practice in keeping health and social care service users safe or at reduced risk of harm, including risk assessment and management.
• Know about different forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and neglect.
• Respond to disclosure or suspicion of abuse, including reporting procedures and documentation.
• Know about information and support available in relation to abuse, for both service users and practitioners.

What you'll be able to do

• Know the role of psychology in sport and its importance for athletes.
• Know how motivation affects sporting performance and techniques to enhance it.
• Know how personality affects sporting performance and its impact on team dynamics.
• Know about methods for controlling aggression in sport and promoting fair play.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand the importance of preparing adequately for expected deliveries of goods and materials in a retail environment.
• Understand own responsibilities for handling goods and materials safely and efficiently within the retail environment.
• Prepare the designated area to receive deliveries effectively in a retail environment.
• Receive deliveries of goods and materials into storage areas correctly and efficiently in a retail environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify security risks that can arise in a retail environment
• Describe the potential impact of security risks in a retail environment
• Implement measures to reduce security risks in a retail environment
• Monitor the effectiveness of security measures in a retail environment
• Respond appropriately to security incidents in a retail environment

What you'll be able to do

• Know about the purpose and benefits of rehearsing music
• Plan a rehearsal, considering objectives and resources
• Use appropriate rehearsal techniques to improve musical performance
• Review the rehearsal process, identifying areas for improvement in future rehearsals

What you'll be able to do

• Decide on an enterprise activity that is appropriate for the available resources and the skills of the team
• Work as a team to plan an enterprise activity, including setting objectives, allocating tasks and managing resources
• Implement the plan to run an enterprise activity, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary
• Evaluate the enterprise activity, assessing its success against the objectives and identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Develop a detailed plan to run a specified event, including objectives, resources, and timelines
• Present the event plan clearly and concisely to relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate effectively with others to implement the proposed event plan, delegating tasks and monitoring progress
• Evaluate the success of the event against the original plan, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the scientific procedures used in diagnosing illness
• Explain the scientific principles of treating illnesses and health conditions
• Identify the factors affecting treatments

What you'll be able to do

• Know the various factors that can influence scientific progress and development.
• Understand how science and scientific concepts are represented in different forms of media.
• Know how scientific discoveries or advances have been applied and used in society, considering their impact and implications.

What you'll be able to do

• Know about sources of information about job vacancies, including online job boards, recruitment agencies, and company websites.
• Use information about jobs to identify suitable vacancies, matching skills and interests to job requirements and company culture.

What you'll be able to do

• Greet customers in a professional and courteous manner and accurately take orders for food and drinks at table.
• Understand the appropriate techniques for greeting customers, taking orders for food and drink, and providing information about menu items.
• Serve customers' orders efficiently and maintain the dining area to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation.
• Understand the procedures for serving customers' orders, maintaining the dining area, and dealing with customer requests or complaints.

What you'll be able to do

• Select and safely connect a personal computer with associated hardware and storage media to meet specified needs.
• Select and successfully connect an IT system to a communication service to meet specified needs.
• Install and configure operating system and application software for use, ensuring compatibility and functionality.
• Check that the IT system and communication service are working successfully after setup and configuration, troubleshooting any issues.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate the ability to think creatively, generating new ideas and perspectives
• Work creatively to apply imaginative solutions to problems and challenges

What you'll be able to do

• Engage with issues that affect their communities, such as their place of learning, work, or area in which they live
• Take action to bring about improvements within communities

What you'll be able to do

• Plan research effectively, defining the research question, identifying appropriate resources, and developing a research strategy.
• Carry out research systematically, gathering relevant information from a variety of sources and evaluating its credibility.
• Present findings of research clearly and concisely, using appropriate formats and visual aids to communicate key insights and conclusions.

What you'll be able to do

• Evaluate own strengths and weaknesses in relation to learning and development.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for own personal and professional development.
• Reflect on progress and achievement to support future learning and development.

What you'll be able to do

• Manage self effectively in a learning or work environment.
• Work in a positive and constructive manner with others.

What you'll be able to do

• Collaborate effectively with others in team activities, contributing to shared goals.
• Communicate effectively within a team, sharing information and ideas clearly.
• Demonstrate personal skills that enhance relationships within teams, such as active listening, empathy and respect.
• Resolve conflicts constructively within a team environment.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the role of social media marketing
• Explain how social media marketing campaigns can be used to engage audiences
• Create a proposal for a social media marketing campaign to promote a product or service

What you'll be able to do

• Know about children’s and young people’s social and emotional development, including key milestones and influencing factors.
• Support children and young people’s social and emotional development, including strategies for promoting positive relationships and emotional well-being.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify different song styles and their characteristics
• Describe the use of form in popular music
• Identify the use of subject matter in popular music
• Explain the use of lyrical devices in popular music songs
• Explain the use of compositional devices in popular music songs
• Compose a popular music song, demonstrating appropriate use of form, subject matter, lyrical devices and compositional devices

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the key features of sound effects production, including different types of sound effects and their applications
• Describe the equipment and techniques used in sound effects production
• Produce sound effects using appropriate equipment and techniques

What you'll be able to do

• Identify how sound is used in various creative media disciplines, such as film, television, radio, and games.
• Experiment with a range of hardware and software used in sound production, exploring different sound techniques and processes for a specific creative media product.
• Create a sound sequence, incorporating appropriate sound effects, music, and dialogue, to be used in a creative media product.
• Review a sound sequence developed for use in a media product, evaluating its effectiveness and identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe health and safety measures relating to sound production and recording, including risk assessments and safe working practices
• Use methods and equipment to store sound effectively
• Use methods and equipment to record sound to a satisfactory quality
• Use methods and equipment to manipulate sound to achieve a desired effect
• Apply technical skills and equipment to develop ideas for sound production
• Review own use of sound and recording equipment, identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the basic nature of sound, including its properties and characteristics
• Use technical language relating to sound and acoustics accurately and appropriately

What you'll be able to do

• Know about organisational structures and staff responsibilities within sport and leisure facilities, including lines of communication and reporting.
• Know about safety and security procedures in sport and leisure facilities, including emergency procedures and risk assessments.
• Know about the principles of customer service in sport and leisure facilities, including communication skills and handling complaints.