Learning for Life and Work (LLW)

SPECIFIC AIMS OF THE DEPARTMENT

Studying Learning for Life and Work will help students gain knowledge and understanding of personal, social, economic and employment issues; the impact of change on individuals, society and the economy; and the connections between local, national and global issues.

A qualification in Learning for Life and Work can lead to careers in banking, retail, marketing, research, human resources and small business, and to self-employment opportunities for those who are more entrepreneurial.

EXAM BOARD 

CCEA

OVERVIEW OF KEY STAGE 3 CURRICULUM

OVERVIEW OF KEY STAGE 4 CURRICULUM

https://ccea.org.uk/key-stage-4/gcse/subjects/gcse-learning-life-and-work-2017

Unit 1: Local and Global Citizenship This unit covers:
• diversity and inclusion;
• rights and responsibilities;
• government and civil society;
• democratic institutions;
• democracy and active participation; and
• the role of NGOs.

Unit 2: Personal Development This unit covers:
• personal health and well-being;
• emotions and reactions to life experiences;
• relationships and sexuality;
• personal safety and well-being;
• responsible parenting; and
• making informed financial decisions.

Unit 3: Employability This unit covers:
• the impact of globalisation on employment;
• preparing for employment;
• rights and responsibilities of employers and employees;
• social responsibility of businesses;
• exploring self-employment; and
• personal career management.
Unit 4: Investigation (Controlled Assessment Task)
You will complete one task from a choice of three. The task involves the following: Planning, Research, Communicating Findings, Self-Evaluation and Presentation of Task.

OVERVIEW OF KEY STAGE 5 CURRICULUM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

This qualification will help you gain valuable skills that can lead to further study at Advanced level in a range of subjects, for example GCE Business Studies, GCE Professional Business Services, GCE Government and Politics or GCE Health and Social Care.
Applying the range of skills that you will gain through studying this subject will be of benefit, as you can use them in a variety of careers – skills such as carrying out research; participating in discussions, debates and interviews; making financial decisions; using ICT; working with others; analysing information to make and justify a decision; and creating
reports or presentations.