Workright

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About this course

What is Workright?

Employers want people who are punctual and reliable, can work with other people and can complete tasks safely to the required standard. 

Workright provides a framework to develop a range of basic transferable employability skills. It can be used in a variety of settings, including schools, FE, training providers and day care services.

Learner age 14+, 14–16, 14–25, 16+, 16–19, 19+, Adults
Level (indicative for non-regulated courses) Entry level
Key Stage Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Education setting Special school, Further education, EOTAS, Community Education, Academy / Multi-academy trust, Training provider, Independent school, Adult education, Secondary
Regulated Non-regulated course
Certification Externally certificated, hard-copy only
Location International (including Channel Islands and Ireland), Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
UCAS points No UCAS points available
Available on Equitas No
Pathway Independent Living

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Who is Workright for?

The programme has been developed for young people (aged 14+) and adults who are following a work-based/work experience programme of study.

It can cater for a wide range of abilities: those performing below Entry Level through to those at Entry 3 who may be able to progress quickly to training programmes and employment.

Progression

For those seeking a qualification outcome, Transition Challenge can be used to support the delivery of the Entry 1 qualifications in Personal Progress.

There is also scope for progression through:

Requirements

The Workright modules can be undertaken in any order. Certification is available for all four modules or for individual modules.

Levels of support are used to show how the learner has achieved the activity. They show individual progression and differentiation between learners:

  • Experience recorded
  • Gestural help
  • No help
  • Physical help
  • Sensory experience
  • Spoken/signed help

Additionally, there is an opportunity to record students' achievements by allocating a P level or other descriptor to their work, as appropriate.

Modules

Each module is divided into three sections:

  • Health and safety at work: Health and safety rules; Emergencies; Keeping your workspace clean and tidy

  • Responsibilities in the workplace: Attendance; Timekeeping; Appearance

  • Working with others: Respecting others; Getting on with people at work; Working in a team

  • You at work: Doing jobs at work; The things you use at work; Getting help with problems at work

Workright Student Book

Each student must have their own copy of the student book.

Download sample pages from the Workright student book.

Become a member

Your organisation must be an ASDAN member to deliver this programme.

Our team will discuss your learners’ needs, intended delivery and approval requirements with you.

Register your interest in ASDAN membership

Create a cohort

Once your organisation is approved, create a learner cohort through the members’ area.

Provide the course coordinator’s details, expected completion date and number of learners. Learners should be registered within 60 days of starting and before assessment takes place.

Access the members' area

Resources

ASDAN provides a wide range of supporting resources, including course standards with guidance and assessment materials. All resources related to your course can be found on the course webpage.

All costs shown below are per candidate, unless otherwise stated. Each learner will need their own copy of the student book. 
Books purchased for Workright are valid for five years from the date of purchase.

Item Price
Workright student book £12
Workright tutor guidance (optional) £25
Postal moderation (on demand, per portfolio) £51
Certification £7.50

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Course resources

Progression pathway
Careers and Experiencing Work Short Course
Employability Skills Development