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 be able to develop social skills through sharing meals with friends and family
WTE1  10
Learners will develop their awareness of cleaning up following food preparation work in the kitchen.
WTE1  20
Learners will learn about recycling in own home.
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to identify examples of ICT equipment, used by the community at large, and show that they can use at least one item of this ICT equipment safely when out in the community.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to identify the main features and components of a bicycle and carry out basic safety checks in preparation to ride the bicycle
Entry 2  10
Learners will be able to follow a timetable and/or work rota
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to store food items correctly in fridges and freezers, and identify food safety issues if these are used incorrectly.
Entry 2  10
Learners will explore their own indoor environment to develop their sensory awareness.
WTE1  10
To be able to recognise when there is a problem and identify a solution
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to recognise and demonstrate understanding of simple weights and measures.
WTE1  10
Learners will prepare to go swimming and use a local swimming pool with help from an appropriate person.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to take an order for a drink and a snack, make or assemble the items requested and serve them to a customer clearing away when the customer has finished eating and drinking.
Entry 3  10
To take part in activities relating to position and direction. To show awareness that objects exist even when they can not be seen.
WTE1  10
The learner will know why to ‘warm up’ and ‘cool down’ and why using a fitness gym is beneficial
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to develop an autobiographical profile containing personal information, strengths and aspirations.
Level 1  20
Learners will take part in a walk in the countryside and recognise common signs.
WTE1  10
For learners to a read a 200 page+ book (or listen to it being read) and be able to appreciate it in a group setting.
Entry 1  30
Learners will understand the reasons to live in a clean environment, be able to demonstrate how to plan a weekly cleaning routine and be able to clean a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living areas.
Level 1  20
Students will choose, watch and listen to media in the home.
WTE1  10
Learners will develop an early understanding of history.
WTE1  10