Lifeskills Challenge

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 1129 challenges in the Preparing for Adulthood pathway 'Independent living and housing'

Challenge	Level	NLH
Using numbers 1-5 in practical situations To show awareness of numbers 1-5	WTE1	10
Using Money Learners will be able to use money in transactions up to a value of Â£20 and carry out appropriate calculations during the transactions.	Entry 3	10
Using Money Learners will be able to use money in transactions and carry out appropriate calculations during the transactions.	Entry 2	10
Using Money Learners will be able to use money in transactions up to a value of Â£20 and carry out appropriate calculations during the transactions.	Level 1	10
Using money The learner will develop skills in using coins and notes effectively and to develop strategies to check the accuracy of transactions, for use in everyday situations.	Entry 2	10
Using Makaton signs to choose and request a snack Learners will be able to choose and request a snack using Makaton.	Entry 1	10
Using kitchen tools safely The learner will be able to identify basic kitchen equipment and their hazards.	Entry 1	10
Using kitchen measures Learners will be able to use simple kitchen measures.	WTE1	10
Using kitchen knives Learner will be able to select appropriate kitchen knives and demonstrate a range of cutting skills.	Entry 3	20
Using Kitchen Equipment Safely Learners will recognise different equipment/appliances in the kitchen, how they can be used and show understanding of their safe use.	Entry 1	10
Using Kitchen Equipment Safely Learners will explore how different equipment in the kitchen can be used and follow instructions to remain safe.	WTE1	10
Using kitchen equipment safely The learner will recognise different equipment/appliances in the kitchen, how they can be used and show understanding of their safe use.	Entry 2	10
Using ICT in the home Learners will be able to identify examples of ICT equipment used in the home, and show that they can use at least one item of ICT equipment safely.	WTE1	10
Using ICT in the community 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
Using household appliances with increased independence The learner will develop an understanding of how to use household appliances safely and how to buy products for those appliances.	Entry 1	10
Using Google Maps The learner will be able to use Google maps app and plan a journey.	Entry 2	10
Using Eye Gaze to make choices or to express preferences Learners will be able to use Eye Gaze to make choices or express preferences.	WTE1	10
Using electrical objects safely The learner will demonstrate an awareness of the dangers of electricity and be able to operate objects which are mains and battery powered.	WTE1	10
Using domestic appliances Learners will develop their understanding and independence in using appliances found in the home.	Entry 1	10
Using cutlery The learner will show they can use cutlery appropriately when eating their food.	Entry 1	20