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 1130 challenges in the Preparing for Adulthood pathway 'Independent living and housing'

Challenge Level NLH
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
Learners will be able to use a switch more than once to create an effect and will be able to use two switches to create different effects or to make a choice of effect.
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to use a tablet/smartphone to play a favourite game
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to demonstrate examples of caring for a baby
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to choose and request a snack using Makaton.
Entry 1  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 plan and prepare own meal
Entry 3  10
The learner will know why to ‘warm up’ and ‘cool down’ and why using a fitness gym is beneficial
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to identify clothing associated with different jobs.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to safely use a gym and be able to discuss the use of some of the machines.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to do own laundry safely and understand the reasons for doing own laundry
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to store a variety of foods safely
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to prepare a cold drink
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to prepare for and go out for something to eat in the community
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to research relevant amenities in their local area and how to get to them
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to use a bus with support
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to plan and carry out a shopping trip using local shops (not a supermarket)
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to wash own hair using the correct products.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to plan and prepare own meal
Entry 3  10
Learners will develop an understanding of the rights that consumers have when purchasing goods
Level 1  10