The aim of this qualification is to help prepare students for the world of work. It is intended to be used for all sectors of the economy and for any positions in the workplace.
Work Experience and Industry-Related Level 3 Award
This qualification is made up of four units:
Unit 1 Self and work
Unit 4 Ethics and Sustainability
Unit 1 Self & Work
- cv writing
- character strengths
- Employer Perspectives
- Evaluation
Learning Outcomes
In this unit the learner will:
- Create a CV which is relevant to a local employer
- Assess the development of their character strengths measured from a baseline
- Understand the requirements of work from an employer perspective
Assessment Criteria
On completion of this unit, it is expected that the learner can:
- Format a CV so that it has a professional appearance
- Set out personal and professional experiences in a coherent and articulate manner
- Complete a baseline self-assessment survey on own character strengths
- Complete an ‘end of unit’ self-assessment showing distance travelled compared to the baseline survey and providing a justification for the
- Explain what is expected of employers providing work experience
- Evaluate the extent to which an employer has fulfilled their obligations with regard to providing work experience
Unit 2 Work Experience Project
- Research
- Presentation
- Networking
Learning Outcomes
In this unit the learner will:
- Undertake research in order to better understand an aspect of work
- Present their findings in a professional style
- Record a series of interviews or conversations to demonstrate the ability to‘network’
Assessment Criteria
On completion of this unit, it is expected that the learner can:
- Identify a work-related problem or opportunity in preparation for undertaking a project
- Carry out research to support the findings of a project
- Produce a professional report using appropriate formats
- Make a presentation which explains the project, the research undertaken, and the findings
- Demonstrate that at least six people have been contacted in relation to the project
- Explain how different people have helped in the project process
Unit 3 Aspects of Business
- Purpose
- Time
- Place
- Pace
Learning Outcomes
In this unit the learner will:
- Explore the wider context of work through different business themes
- Undertake comprehension exercises to test communication skills
- Provide succinct responses in written form in order to demonstrate writing skills
Assessment Criteria
On completion of this unit, it is expected that the learner can:
- Understand the wider context of work
- Respond to short pieces of text exploring different aspects of business
- Write articulately and succinctly in response to specific questions about the wider aspects of work
Unit 4 Ethics & Sustainability
- UN Sustainable Development Goals
- The Seven Principles of Public Life (The Nolan Principles)
- The Triple bottom line
- Evaluation
Learning Outcomes
In this unit the learner will:
- Research the need for ethics and sustainability in the world of work
- Explore the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and Targets
- Research the way in which a local company has the potential to meet three of the goals
- Research the seven ethical principles of public life
- Assess the importance of the ‘triple bottom line’
Assessment Criteria
On completion of this unit, it is expected that the learner can:
- Explain the importance of ethics and sustainability in business life
- Explain how at least three Sustainable Development Goals link to the project you are undertaking in Unit2
- Evaluate the importance of the Nolan Principles
- Assess the relevance of the triple bottom line