Lifeskills Challenge

Land-based

Learning in this area covers protection of the environment and the management of crops, livestock, fisheries, forests, and domestic and wild animals.

Employment opportunities in this sector include farming, horticulture, animal care and also scientific lab-based research.

We found 283 challenges in the Vocational area 'Land-based'

Challenge	Level	NLH
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to recognise different pieces of gardening equipment and safely use these when caring for plants.	Entry 1	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will safely engage in practical activities in the garden.	WTE1	10
Farm animals and livestock Learners will be able to identify animals kept on farms, what they eat and where they are kept	Entry 1	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to locate gardening equipment and care for plants.	Entry 2	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to use gardening equipment safely, identify plants and participate in growing a range of plants.	Entry 3	20
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to identify animals kept as pets and the equipment needed by pet owners	WTE1	10
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets	Entry 2	10
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a pet	Entry 1	10
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets	Entry 3	10
Group Nature Project Learners will work with others in a group nature project.	Entry 1	10
Knowledge and care of pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs / care requirements of a variety of pets and become involved in the care of a pet.	Level 1	10
Caring for a pet Learners will understand about pets and will help to care for a pet	Entry 2	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to recognise different pieces of gardening equipment and safely use them.	WTE1	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to describe the reproduction and life cycle of plants. They will participate in growing a range of plants over a period of time.	Level 1	30
Farm animals and livestock Learners will be able to identify animals kept on farms, key aspects of their care and the products they provide	Entry 3	10
Group Nature Project Learners will work with others on a group nature project.	Entry 2	10
Visit an RSPCA animal rescue centre Learners will visit a RSPCA animal rescue centre, gather information and show an understanding of how a centre operates and the key points	Entry 3	10
Participate in growing and cooking foods Learners will grow edible plants then harvest, cook and eat them.	WTE1	20
Farm animals and livestock Learners will be able to identify animals kept on farms and what they eat	WTE1	10
Growing plants and produce under glass Learners will be able to identify plants and produce grown under glass. Learners will also participate in simple horticultural activities.	WTE1	10