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 |
|---|---|---|
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The learner will be able to identify animals kept in zoos, what they eat,
where they are kept and where they originate from.
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Entry 2 | 10 |
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The learner will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in administering worming treatments to horses.
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Level 1 | 20 |
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The learner will develop an understanding of how to maintain an allotment and develop the practical skills needed to grow and care for plants.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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The learner will discover how to safely maintain an allotment and care for the plants in it.
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Entry 2 | 30 |
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The learner will train to manage an allotment effectively and safely.
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Entry 3 | 30 |
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The learner will be able to plan and participate in a land-based work experience.
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Entry 2 | 20 |
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The learner will be able to identify and state the purpose of using different Personal Protective Equipment and demonstrate how to wear it correctly.
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Entry 3 | 10 |
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The learner will identify what is required to be a responsible pet owner.
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Entry 3 | 10 |
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The learner will be able to walk a goat from one field up to another area safely along the roadside.
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Entry 1 | 10 |
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The learner will demonstrate they can follow simple instructions while participating in visits to local outdoor venues.
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WTE1 | 20 |
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The learner will be introduced to the basic requirements when visiting a farm environment.
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WTE1 | 10 |
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Learners will visit a RSPCA animal rescue centre, gather information and show an understanding of how a centre operates and the key points
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Entry 3 | 10 |
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The learner will be able to identify a range of gardening tools, demonstrate safe use of tools and clean and tidy garden tools appropriately when finished.
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Entry 2 | 20 |
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The learner will understand how to interpret location on an OS map using a 6 figure grid reference.
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Level 1 | 20 |
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The learner will develop practical gardening skills by being able to demonstrate safe use of a ride-on mower to maintain a large grassed area.
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Entry 2 | 30 |
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The learner will demonstrate they can use a push mower safely.
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WTE1 | 20 |
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The learner will demonstrate they can use a petrol driven lawn mower in a safe manner.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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The learner will develop an understanding of the properties, uses and changes in state of water.
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Entry 2 | 10 |
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The learner will learn to recognise trees as flowering plants.
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Entry 1 | 10 |
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The learner will learn about trees as flowering plants.
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Entry 2 | 10 |