Preparing for Work

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Be able to identify career or job options.

Assessment Criteria

• 1.1
  Outline information sources for career or job options.
• 1.2
  Choose options of career or job to meet own requirements.

2 — Understand the requirements for a work or training opportunity.

Assessment Criteria

• 2.1
  Identify the employer or training organisation requirements for successful applications.
• 2.2
  Identify own skills, experience and qualities that match the requirements.

3 — Be able to complete applications for work or training.

Assessment Criteria

• 3.1
  Complete two application forms legibly, providing the information requested.
• 3.2
  Check the form for accurate spelling and grammar, making amendments as required.
• 3.3
  Produce a simple CV which includes essential information.

4 — Be able to present themselves at an interview.

Assessment Criteria

• 4.1
  Arrive in good time for an interview.
• 4.2
  Use body language to indicate positive interest in the position available.
• 4.3
  Give responses that provide the information requested in interview questions.

5 — Be able to plan for future work or training.

Assessment Criteria

• 5.1
  Produce an action plan for future work or training, listing necessary short term actions.