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
The learner will be able to identify the needs of a chosen pet and provide suitable care when looking after a pet.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to recognise what stress is, identify its causes and find out ways to positively deal with stress.
Entry 2  10
The learner will learn about push, pull and twist in real world settings.
Entry 2  10
The learner will investigate and compare a range of solids in the classroom / outside.
Entry 2  10
The learner will learn about household products and how to use them safely with supervision.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to present personal information about themselves and explain their preferences and choices with supporting reasons. The learner will also be able to describe themselves.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to identify a range of road signs and know what the mean.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to catch local transport independently, using a timetable to assist them.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to plan a journey and undertake a trip in the local community.
Entry 2  30
The learner will be able to go to a restaurant, order a meal and behave appropriately.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to prepare and produce a Shawarma wrap
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to hygienically prepare themselves and the equipment they require in readiness for preparing a meal.
Entry 2  10
The learner will make a well presented sandwich with a minimum of two filling ingredients from unseen ingredients.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to extract information from a brief and use the information to book a flight.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to independently prepare for a Forest School session by choosing appropriate clothing and items for a packed lunch.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to recognise potential dangers for pedestrians and use their knowledge to cross roads safely using a range of crossings and green cross code practices.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to buy ingredients and prepare a simple dish following a recipe.
Entry 2  10
The learner will develop their understanding of money and finances.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to plant, grow and cultivate a range of edible fruit and vegetables.
Entry 2  30
The learner will be able to independently manage their period each month.
Entry 2  10