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
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
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