The NOCN Level 1 Award in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development is designed to provide an introduction to working in the following sectors: Animal Care, Business and Administration, Catering, Construction, Creative Skills, Hair and Beauty, Horticulture, Motor Vehicle and Cycle Maintenance and Sport and Leisure as well as more generic employability skills designed to build confidence for the workplace. The qualifications also contain units to address learners’ needs in Personal Development, Vocational Support and Literacy and Numeracy.
Min Credits : 6
Description: The learner must achieve a total of 6 credits. A minimum of 3 credits must be achieved from any combination of units from Groups A-C. The remaining 3 credits must be taken from a combination of units from any of the groups.
Min Credits : 3
Description: The learner must achieve a minimum of 3 credits from the units in this group.
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
Max Credits : 3
Description: The learner can achieve credits from the units in this group.
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assist with animal accommodation | R/600/0470 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Assist with feedstuffs for small animals | H/600/0473 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Assist with maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals | H/502/5119 | 6 | Level 1 |
| Assist with the care of animals | A/502/4588 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Assist with the movement and handling of small animals | T/502/5710 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Developing Confidence Working with Animals | R/503/2986 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Principles of dealing with animal accommodation | D/600/0469 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Principles of dealing with feedstuffs for small animals | Y/600/0471 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Principles of the care of animals | F/502/4589 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Principles of the movement and handling of small animals | L/502/5714 | 2 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assist in Handling Mail | M/505/0623 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Assist with Supporting Business Meetings | A/505/0625 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Budgetary Control within a Business Environment | A/505/4108 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Business Communication | F/505/4109 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Business Meeting Techniques | K/505/4234 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Database Software | H/502/4553 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Filing Skills | J/505/0627 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Presentation Software | K/502/4621 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Reception Skills | L/505/0631 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Spreadsheet Software | A/502/4624 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Time Management in a Business Environment | J/505/4757 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Businesses | Y/505/0633 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Undertaking an Enterprise Activity | D/505/0634 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using Email | J/502/4299 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Using Office Equipment | K/505/0636 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Using Scanners and Photocopiers | K/505/4296 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using the Telephone | M/505/0637 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Food Preparation and Cooking | K/502/5042 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Food Service | K/502/4957 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Health and Safety and Food Safety Awareness in Catering | Y/503/9583 | 1 | L1 |
| Introduction to Food Commodities | A/502/5059 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Making and Storing Baked Products | H/505/0618 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Prepare and Cook Fish, Meat and Poultry | K/505/0622 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Prepare and Cook Fruit and Vegetable Dishes | D/505/0620 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Preparing and Serving Drinks | L/502/5051 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using kitchen equipment | T/502/5075 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Using Local and Seasonal Produce to Create Healthy Meals | M/506/7955 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Bricklaying - Equipment and Materials | J/506/7931 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Basic Bricklaying Skills | L/506/7932 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Basic Carpentry - Equipment and Materials | R/506/7933 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Basic Carpentry Skills | Y/506/7934 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Basic Plastering - Equipment and Materials | H/506/7936 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Basic Plastering Techniques | K/506/7937 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Basic Plumbing - Equipment and Materials | M/506/7938 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Basic Plumbing Skills | T/506/7939 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Basic Tiling - Equipment and Materials | K/506/7940 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Basic Tiling Skills | M/506/7941 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Basic Woodworking Joints | A/506/8056 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Constructing a Cavity Wall using Bricklaying Skills | F/505/4112 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Decorative Paint Effects for Interior Walls | L/505/4114 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Wallpapering Skills | R/505/4115 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assist with facial skin care treatments | Y/600/8747 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Assist with hair colour services | R/600/1036 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Assist with nail services | L/600/8924 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Basic Make-up Application | D/506/7935 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Colour hair using temporary colour | R/600/4874 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Create and maintain retail displays in the salon | Y/600/6335 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Make-up for an Occasion | R/506/7947 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Nail Art Application Skills | Y/506/7948 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Plaiting and Twisting Hair | Y/502/3805 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Providing Basic Manicure Treatments | Y/506/7951 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Providing Basic Pedicure Treatments | D/506/7952 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Salon reception duties | R/600/6334 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Styling Men's Hair | A/502/3795 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Styling Women's Hair | F/502/3796 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Skin Care | D/506/5828 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awareness of protection and safeguarding in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare | R/602/6194 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Awareness of the role and responsibilities of the adult social care worker | F/502/9727 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to communication in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare | T/602/6205 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to the Adult Social Care Sector | F/502/9579 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to the Values and Principles of Adult Social Care | D/502/9590 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Introductory awareness of person-centred support in health, social care and children's and young people's settings | D/502/9718 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Introductory awareness of the importance of healthy eating and drinking | J/506/8058 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding the Principles of Care, Organisational Policies and the Role of the Care Worker | L/500/5513 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caring for Babies and Young Children | Y/505/4729 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Developing Skills for Listening to Children | H/503/8193 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to Developing Language and Communication Skills in Children from 0 - 5 Years | J/505/0742 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Supporting Child Development from 0-3 Years | H/505/0747 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Children's Social and Emotional Development | A/505/0754 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Growth and Physical Development from Birth to Adolescence | F/505/0755 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Play | R/503/3183 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding Play for Early Learning | F/503/8167 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding the Intellectual and Language Development of Children from Birth to Eight | Y/503/3184 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Understanding the Physical and Psychological Needs of Children | R/505/0761 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using Craft Activities with Children and Young People | D/505/0763 | 3 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultivating Compost and Soils | R/505/0596 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Cultivating Herbs | R/503/2714 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Garden Horticulture | D/505/0598 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Organic Horticulture | L/505/0600 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Pest Control | M/503/8620 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Plant Pruning | R/505/0601 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Plant Selection | M/504/0738 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Soils and Crop Plants | L/505/4338 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Sowing and Growing Techniques | Y/505/0602 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using and Maintaining Horticultural Hand Tools | T/504/0742 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Weed Control | A/504/0743 | 1 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Vehicle Body Repairs | M/506/8054 | 5 | Level 1 |
| Carry Out a Systematic Cycle Check | J/505/4404 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Checking and Maintaining a Car's Tyre Pressure and Tread | D/505/0603 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Cycle Maintenance | A/506/7943 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Identification of Basic External and Internal Car Parts | H/505/0604 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to vehicle technology and workshop methods and processes | L/502/1646 | 6 | Level 1 |
| Introduction to Vehicle Valeting | J/501/7028 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Motorcycle Construction And Routine Maintenance | Y/503/3380 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Remove and Replace a Cycle Rim Brake Assembly | F/505/4403 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Repair a Cycle Puncture | L/505/4405 | 1 | Level 1 |
| Routine Motorcycle Maintenance Processes and Procedures | L/506/8059 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Routine Vehicle Maintenance Processes and Procedures on Vehicles with Four Wheels or more | J/600/3303 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Tools, Equipment and Materials for Vehicle Maintenance | H/506/8066 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Vehicle Braking Systems Components and Maintenance | K/506/8070 | 4 | Level 1 |
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angling Skills | T/505/0638 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Assist in Delivering an Activity Session | F/505/0643 | 3 | Level 1 |
| How The Body Works | F/506/8057 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Indoor Team Games | A/505/0656 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Participating in Leisure Activities | L/505/0659 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Planning a Fitness Programme | F/504/8200 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Principles of Conducting Sports Coaching | F/505/0660 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Sport and Active Leisure Project | K/506/7954 | 4 | Level 1 |
| Taking Part in a Sport | J/505/0661 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Taking part in Exercise and Fitness | D/506/8065 | 4 | Level 1 |
| The Angling Environment | J/503/3570 | 3 | Level 1 |
Min Credits : 1
Description: The learner may achieve units from this group.
| Title | Reference | Credit Value | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communicating and Collaborating Online | F/651/8513 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Designing Simple Games | D/651/8512 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Digital Design Thinking | A/651/8511 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Planning a Digital Project | Y/651/8510 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Producing Digital Content | M/651/8509 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Programming for Beginners | H/651/8514 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using Digital Information | J/651/8515 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Using Emerging Technology | K/651/8516 | 3 | Level 1 |
| Using Technology for Everyday Tasks | L/651/8517 | 2 | Level 1 |
| Current Funding | View Funding |
| Title | Type | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extension - NOCN Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (SETPD) | Amendment | B20-2 | 16/1/2020 |
| NOCN Suite of Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development | Amendment | B19-18 | 11/3/2019 |