SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards · RQF Level 1
SFEDI Awards Level 1 Extended Certificate in Passport to Enterprise and Employment
You don’t just earn this. You learn to use it, one-to-one, on your own real work.
- LevelRQF Level 1
- Total credits25
- Guided learning143 hours
- Units in this qualification63
Awarded by SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards · on the Ofqual register
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What you’ll learn
What each unit actually teaches you to do
The SFEDI Awards Level 1 Extended Certificate in Passport to Enterprise and Employment introduces learners to the skills and knowledge required for enterprise and employment. It is suitable for those considering self-employment or seeking to improve their employability skills. Units cover topics such as selling, business risks, and social media for business.
These are the units SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
AssertivenessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand about assertiveness
- Improve own assertiveness
Being Safe and Healthy at WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Health and safety awareness
- Health legislation awareness
Civility and EtiquetteReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand civility and etiquette
- Demonstrate civility and etiquette
Communication SkillsReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand what is meant by effective communication
- Understand the impact of effective communication
- Understand how to develop own communication skills
Completing Voluntary WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand volunteer roles
- Complete voluntary work
Coping with ChangeReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand change processes
- Understand reactions to change and coping methods
Creative ThinkingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the appropriateness of creative thinking in various contexts
- Understand how to use tools for creative thinking
Democracy and CitizenshipReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the democratic process
- Understand the rule of law
- Understand individual liberty
- Understand mutual respect
- Understand tolerance importance
Develop an Awareness of Mental HealthReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand mental health
- Understand responses to mental health
- Understand cultural diversity
Developing an Enterprising CharacterReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the meaning of the term enterprising character
- Understand own enterprising character
- Understand how to develop own enterprising character
Disclosing OffencesReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding disclosure
- Disclosure scenarios
Emotional Intelligence and Anger ManagementReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the impact of emotions on behaviour
- Understand how anger affects society
- Understand the connection between emotion, thoughts, and behaviour in anger management
Equality and DiversityReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand equality and diversity
- Understand rights and responsibilities
Ethics and Responsible Use of AIReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand ethical considerations in the use of AI.
- Recognise the principles of responsible AI use.
Evaluating AI OutputsReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of evaluating AI outputs.
- Check if AI’s answers and suggestions are correct and useful.
Find the Right JobReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Navigating employment
- Applying for jobs
- Interview preparation
Fire Safety AwarenessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding fire safety fundamentals
- Controlling fire risks
- Using fire safety equipment correctly
Food SafetyReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Personal responsibility for food safety
- Personal hygiene importance
Handling Information at WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding data issues
- Adhering to handling procedures
Helping OthersReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Address challenges faced by others
- Create opportunities to help others
How to Keep ImprovingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand personal appraisal of learning needs
- Recognise how improvement prepares for future opportunities
ICT for EmploymentReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Recognising ICT skills required
- Using ICT tools safely
Identifying Processes and Procedures at WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Recognising workplace procedures
- Demonstrate procedure understanding
Individual MotivationReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand what is meant by motivation
- Understand the importance of motivation
- Understand how to improve own motivation
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)Real unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the basics of Artificial Intelligence
- Recognise the potential impact of AI on society
- Recognise the potential impact of AI on businesses
Introduction to First AidReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Role of a first aider
- Relevant first aid legislation
Introduction to Safe HandlingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Importance of manual handling safety
- Instructions for safe handling
Managing Your TimeReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand time management
- Access support for time management issues
Online Etiquette and SafetyReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand online terms
- Understand personal safety threats
- Behave appropriately online
Personal Presentation and its ImpactReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand what is meant by personal presentation
- Understand the importance of good personal presentation
- Understand ways of improving personal presentation
Personal SafetyReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand fear of crime
- Recognise personal safety risks
- Minimise safety risks
Practical Applications of AI in a Business SettingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance various business processes
- Apply AI tools to complete basic business tasks effectively
Presenting InformationReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Recognising audience and purpose
- Presenting work-related data
Presenting Yourself for WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Create a CV
- Presenting online
- In-person presentation
Principles of Social Media for Business UseReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Know the major social media channels available for business use.
- Know the specialist social media channels available for business use.
- Know how a business uses social media to achieve its objectives.
- Know the risks associated with using social media for business purposes.
Problem Solving at WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding workplace problems
- Solving problems
- Identify solutions
Resilience and GritReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of resilience
- Understand how to develop resilience
- Understand the importance of grit
SafeguardingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand safeguarding
- Identifying safeguarding issues
Self-Awareness and Self-BeliefReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate self-awareness
- Demonstrate self-belief through completing tasks
Selling lawfully and ethicallyReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand that customers have legal rights regarding the purchase of goods and services.
- Understand the concept of ethical selling and its importance in building customer trust.
- Understand the responsibility of the sales person in complying with legal and ethical requirements during the sales process.
Setting Up and Using an AI AccountReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the process involved in setting up an AI account.
- Understand the basic functionalities of an AI platform.
Stress and Stress ManagementReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand stress
- Understand stress effects
- Understand coping mechanisms
Substance Misuse AwarenessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand commonly misused substances
- Recognise signs of misuse
- Understand social impacts
The Importance of Healthy Eating and DrinkingReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand healthy eating
- Understand drinking importance
- Understand eating disorders
The Importance of Managing Personal FinanceReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand money management
- Identify expenditure
Understand Enterprising SkillsReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the definition of an enterprise and its role in the economy.
- Understand what enterprising skills and behaviours are, including creativity, problem-solving, and initiative.
- Understand the benefits of having enterprising skills and behaviours in different settings, such as in employment, self-employment, and community projects.
Understand How to Access Help and Support in BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the types of help and support that are available to businesses, including financial, advisory, and training resources.
- Understand the value of business networks and how they work, including the benefits of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Understand How to Make Successful Deals in a BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand why it is important to make deals when in business, including the benefits of collaboration and resource sharing.
- Understand the negotiation process, including preparation, communication, and compromise.
Understand How to Manage Money in a BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of effective money management when running a business, including its impact on profitability and sustainability.
- Understand how to plan and manage the financial resources needed when running a business, including budgeting and forecasting.
Understand How to Market Your BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the need to research the market for a business, including identifying target customers and analysing competitors.
- Understand how a business can reach its customers through different marketing channels, including online and offline methods.
- Understand how to assess customer satisfaction and use feedback to improve business performance.
Understand Opportunities and Risks Within BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to develop ideas for products or services when starting a business, considering market needs and potential profitability.
- Understand the opportunities and potential benefits associated with starting a business, such as financial independence and personal fulfilment.
- Understand the risks involved in starting a business, including financial losses and market competition.
Understand the Challenges of Running a Business from HomeReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the benefits and challenges of running a business from home
- Understand how to create a professional image when running a business from home
Understand the Importance of Business PlanningReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of business planning to the success of an organisation
- Understand the components that make up a comprehensive business plan
- Understand the legislation that can affect the development of plans for a business, including employment law, health and safety, and data protection
Understand the Legal Structures Available for BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the different legal structures that are available for businesses, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and limited companies.
- Understand how to register a new business with the relevant authorities, including the necessary documentation and procedures.
Understand the Skills and Knowledge Required to Run a BusinessReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Assess whether running a business is an appropriate option for a given individual
- Identify the skills and knowledge required to run a business successfully
- Explain the importance of different skills and knowledge areas for running a business
Understanding Conflict at WorkReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Identifying conflict causes
- Understanding employee rights
Understanding Your CustomersReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Identify customer needs
- Demonstrate customer care
Understanding consumer buying behaviourReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand consumer needs and wants and how they influence purchasing decisions.
- Understand the consumer decision making process (DMP) and the consumer decision making unit (DMU) and their roles in purchasing decisions.
- Understand internal and external influences on consumer buying behaviour, such as personal factors and social trends.
Understanding the sales cycleReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the pre-sale stage of the sales cycle, including prospecting and qualifying leads.
- Know the sale stage of the sales cycle, including presenting the product, handling objections, and closing the sale.
- Know the post-sale stage of the sales cycle, including providing customer service and building relationships.
Undertake an Individual Role Within a Social Enterprise ActivityReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Plan a social enterprise activity
- Identify impact measures
- Deliver the activity
Universal CreditReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding Universal Credit
- Understanding its structure
- Application process for Universal Credit
Working as Part of a GroupReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Contributing to group settings
- Effective group dynamics
- Reviewing collaborative processes
Writing Effective AI PromptsReal unit · SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the importance of clear and effective AI prompts
- Create AI prompts for business tasks
The honest bit
You’ve started things before
Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.
There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.
And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.
Your passport
Every credit is a stamp you keep
Level 1 credits are regulated. 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’ve earned and what’s next.
Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.
Who’d teach you this

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Helps you show what you can actually do, gathering the evidence that proves it as you learn.
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Where these credits take you
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Where this can lead
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Skills it covers
What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
This unit fosters understanding and improvement of assertiveness in various contexts, enhancing personal and professional interactions.
- Remember
- Understand
- Apply
- Analyse
- Evaluate
- Create
Built for SFEDI Awards Level 1 Extended Certificate in Passport to Enterprise and Employment
63 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by SFEDI Enterprises Ltd. T/A SFEDI Awards.
- Assertiveness
- Being Safe and Healthy at Work
- Civility and Etiquette
- Communication Skills
- Completing Voluntary Work
- Coping with Change
and 57 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
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The value
Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
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