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 use an instruction booklet to assemble an item of furniture (IKEA)
Entry 3  20
Learners will be able to produce a budget for a week to include meals, bills and a community visit.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to explain the concept of budgeting and be able to apply their knowledge and understanding to use in new situations.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to identify and describe foods that will help them make budget meals for a week, and how to plan and make a meal.
Entry 3  20
To understand the difference between right and wrong and about criminal activity as a citizen of the UK.
Entry 3  10
To understand right/wrong and criminal/civil law; using this information to make decisions about the effect of wrong doing as a citizen in the UK.
Level 1  10
The leaner will understand right and wrong and the difference between Criminal and Civil Law.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to book an uber using the uber app.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to login to a train provider's website to book and pay for a return train ticket.
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to safely blow-dry own hair
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to safely blow-dry a client’s hair using the correct equipment, products and procedures
Entry 2  10
Learners will develop an understanding of the skills needed to conduct bicycle checks for personal use.
Entry 3  20
Learners will develop an understanding of the benefits and importance of maintaining a bicycle for personal use
Level 1  10
The learner will develop a basic understanding of how to care for different pets.
WTE1  10
Learners will gain an understanding of mass/weight.
WTE1  10
The learner will be supported to experience sensory-based domestic activities and show some tolerance of change.
WTE1  10
The learner will know how to clean a bedroom.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to engage in activities that highlight special times and occasions in their life.
WTE1  10
Learners will be able to recognise tools needed for basic woodworking and know how to safely use and store them.
Entry 1  20
The learner will use strategies to navigate an outdoor route.
WTE1  10