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 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
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
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 plan and carry out a shopping trip using local shops (not a supermarket)
Entry 3  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.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to attend meetings, communicate and record relevant personal information and explore strengths, achievements and barriers to progression.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to find out about different community organisations to compile a personal directory. They will be able to make an appointment with an appropriate community organisation.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to do laundry safely, understand the reasons for washing clothing and use an iron safely
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to use a train with little support.
Entry 3  10
Build an outdoor shelter to provide protection from the weather.
Entry 3  10
Learners will understand the importance of play in child development and design a toy for a child.
Entry 3  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
Learners will identify barriers to own progression, set SMART targets to overcome those barriers and review progress made.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to read and say the names of items of food and drink in a foreign language of their choice
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to use money in transactions up to a value of £20 and carry out appropriate calculations during the transactions.
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets
Entry 3  10