Studying Progression at Broadstones?
These qualifications in Independent Living are a flexible and responsive range of general and pre-vocational qualifications devised with the aim to progress learners into further learning and/or employment.
The qualification consists of a range of core units to provide opportunities for learners to develop skills in the areas such as literacy, numeracy, ICT, employability, learning to learn and personal development; plus a range of taster units in different sector specific areas providing opportunities for learners to test out their abilities and personal preferences before selecting a chosen career or employment route.
Depending upon the level, units taught consist of:
- Alcohol and drug awareness
- Personal Budgeting and Managing Money
- Healthy Living
- Taking Part in an Activity
- Exercise as Part of a Healthy Lifestyle
- Understand the Importance of a Balanced Diet and Regular Exercise
- Introduction to Road Safety
- Skills for Shopping
- Money, Time and Temperature
- Health and Hygiene at Home
- Household Skills
- Food Safety and Storage
- Recognising Issues of Substance Misuse
- Making Calculations
- Diary Management
- Customer Service Skills
- Personal Development
- Preparation for Work Experience
Pupil’s will study towards the following qualifications based on their ability:
- Gateway Entry Level 3 Award in Progression
- Gateway Entry Level 3 Certificate in Progression
- Gateway Level 1 Award in Progression
- Gateway Level 1 Certificate in Progression
- Gateway Level 1 Diploma in Progression
- Gateway Level 2 Award in Progression
- Gateway Level 2 Certificate in Progression