The focus of the assessment for this unit is on problem-solving skills. However, it is expected that the underpinning teaching and learning will help develop learners’ awareness of:
• common types of problem
• ways to recognise and describe or define problems
• sources of help in solving problems.
To help learners develop the skills they need to tackle problems relating to work.
Be able to select solutions to a problem or issue.
Identify the nature of the problem and why it needs to be solved in order to move forward (e.g. I need a way of getting to my job interview now that my sister isn’t able to take me).
Identify possible solutions to a particular problem or issue affecting self, using own experience and ideas and/or given sources of help, support and guidance.
Select an appropriate solution to the problem or issue.
Be able to apply a strategy to address a problem or issue.
Take appropriate steps to address a specific straightforward problem affecting self, once a particular solution has been chosen.