Independent living and housing

This pathway supports young people to live as independently as is possible. It covers all aspects of independent living and home management from budgeting and cooking to knowing what sources of support are available in the local community. 

We found 1191 challenges in the Preparing for Adulthood pathway 'Independent living and housing'

Challenge Level NLH
Learners will explore their own outdoor environment to develop their sensory awareness.
WTE1  10
Learners will develop their functional English and Maths skills in the context of activities about TV and Music.
Entry 1  30
Learners will develop an understanding of the potential hazards faced by drivers and safety precautions which could be taken to minimise accidents from happening.
Level 1  10
Learners will understand the legal requirements of owning their own vehicle
Level 1  20
Learners will be able to wash own hair using the correct products.
Entry 2  10
Learners will develop an understanding of the application process and associated costs of learning to drive a car
Level 1  10
Learners will be able to recognise forms of medicine
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to follow, with their finger or pen, directions on a road map to an unfamiliar destination.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to recognise the potential risks of communicating through social media and the impact grooming can have on a persons life.
Level 2  10
Learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of password security.
Entry 3  10
Learners will participate in shared experiences relating to health and hygiene activities.
WTE1  20
Learners will be able to identify plants and produce grown under glass. Learners will also participate in horticultural activities using tools and equipment.
Entry 2  10
To be able to use cooking skills to make home cooked food that could be used for a summer picnic.
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to safely wash and dry someone's hair using the correct products and equipment.
Entry 2  10
The learner will recognise the need for, and to build, a mechanism.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to interpret information from a variety of financial documents, apply for a bank account and demonstrate how to use an ATM.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to recognise the signs of risks and safety techniques when using chatrooms.
Level 1  10
Learners will be able to recognise tools needed for basic woodworking and know how to safely use and store them.
Entry 1  20
Learners will be able to use Eye Gaze to make choices or express preferences.
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to use a professional coffee machine to create both hot and iced coffees.
Entry 3  30