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
The learner will be able to use leftover ingredients to create a new food product.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to plan, cost and cook a meal while adhering to a pre-determined budget.
Entry 2  10
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
The learner will be able to prepare a jacket potato lunch for staff; prepare filings and sides; and set a table.
Entry 2  10
The learner will take part in cooking foods from five different countries.
Entry 2  20
The learner will develop a range of skills in baking with support.
Entry 2  20
Be able to identify the role parents play in the development of young children and become involved in the development a young child.
Entry 3  10
Learners will understand about babies and will help to care for a baby.
Entry 3  10
The learner will recognise the need for, and to build, a mechanism.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to plan a journey and make decisions about the suitability of different methods of transport.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to attend swimming sessions, understand the benefits of swimming and show some improvement.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to use gardening equipment safely, identify plants and participate in growing a range of plants.
Entry 3  20
To understand the concept of problem solving and to develop the skills needed to tackle problems in daily life
Entry 3  10
To introduce learners to the concept of map reading and help to develop communication skills.
Entry 3  10
Learners will understand how to use technology to communicate information and to exchange information with others
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to make a journey in the local area, using transport to travel to an agreed destination.
Entry 3  10
To enable learners to demonstrate they can independently use a microwave safely.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to explore theme park options available to them, decide on a suitable theme park to visit and participate safely in a visit to a theme park.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to identify basic elements of food hygiene and demonstrate good practice in food handling
Entry 3  20
Learners will be able to complete a number of routine cleaning tasks in the cafe to a set standard and carry out a number of essential checks
Entry 3  10