| Course Title | Course ID |
|---|---|
| Skills Challenge Certificate | SKCH028 |
| Course Leader | Room |
|---|---|
| Mr O. Boucher | C5 |
Skills Challenge
The focus of the Skills Challenge Certificate is on the integral and cross curricular skills young people need in their future lives and these skills are developed and assessed through an Individual Project and Challenges. The Skills Challenge Certificate has been designed to include learning and assessment which will enthuse, engage and motivate learners in the classroom, the workplace and the wider community. Learners are required to consider how the application of their learning may impact on individuals, employers, society and the environment.
Course Content
The Skills Challenge Certificate consists of four components:
- Individual Project (Mandatory) – 50%
A research-based project (1,000–2,000 words) on a topic chosen by the student.
Skills assessed: Planning, Organisation, Critical Thinking, Digital Literacy.
- Enterprise & Employability Challenge – 25%
Team-based challenge to develop a product or service idea.
Skills assessed: Creativity, Innovation, Teamwork.
- Global Citizenship Challenge – 25%
Investigate a global issue and create an awareness campaign.
Skills assessed: Critical Thinking, Creativity.
- Community Challenge – 25%
Plan and complete a community project (e.g., volunteering).
Skills assessed: Organisation, Personal Effectiveness.