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I can Prep I can Cook - Term 3
The intention of this course is to prepare you for living independently if you are working at Entry 1-3. It is designed to benefit you if you have already embarked on your journey towards independent living by raising awareness and developing skills around preparing healthy meals for yourself to keep you well. The course will teach you how to create everyday meals that can be prepared and stored safely. You will build a portfolio of what you have done and recipes to refer back to.

Open Course Fees

B1: £00.00 (In London Resident)
B2: £00.00 (London Concessionary)
B3: £00.00 (Concessionary)
B4: £00.00 (Out of London Resident)
Prosp User 2

Open What will I learn?

Throughout this course you will develop, practice and consolidate some or all of the skills below with or without support:
-Access and develop the use of online learning for classwork and homework
- Identify health problems linked with a poor diet
-Identify ways to store food correctly
-Discuss healthy cooking methods
-Prepare at least 3 balanced meals
-Measure the correct amount of ingredients required for your meal e.g. count, use cups, spoons (teaspoon, tablespoon) etc
-Monitor cooking time (e.g. use egg or sand timer, set alarms) using appropriate tools
-Follow instructions using simple maths language as appropriate (e.g. add, take away, divide, halve, double, more, less)
-Complete your portfolio to record the meals you have prepared this term.
Prosp User 3

Open How will I be assessed?

Progress of your work will be assessed throughout the course by your tutor through your contribution to classwork, taking part in discussions, observations, practical tasks, creating a file (portfolio of work) or a storyboard. Your progress will be recorded on individual learning plans (ILPs) and you will have tutorials with your tutor.
Depending on the work you produce on this course, it might be displayed in our centres or at the Festival of Learning event at the end of the year.
Prosp User 4

Open What experience or qualifications do I need to start this course?

You will need to want to increase your knowledge in this subject, for example if you are preparing to move into supported or independent living. You should be able to respond to instructions, and read and write simple sentences. You should ideally be working at Entry level 1 to Entry level 3. You will also need to participate in the class activities and use Moodle regularly and these can be with support if required.
Prosp User 5

Open Important Information

The course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments. You will be expected to attend every session, so do not book holidays in term time and please let us know of any planned absences before you start the course. If you do not attend for 2 consecutive weeks, you may be withdrawn and this will reduce your chances of joining another course in the future.
Please be aware that you will have to use online learning for classwork and homework and you might need some help to access this at home.
Prosp User 14

Open Is there anything I need to bring? Are there any other costs?

You may need a supply of paper, pens and a ring binder. Please do not purchase any items before the first session. Your tutor will let you know what you need to bring. We would like to encourage you to bring your own healthy snacks and refreshments.

Open Can I get extra help?

Yes. If you think you might need some additional support with your learning, you can ask your tutor or the Centre staff for more information about how we can best support you. But as we get to know you on your course, we will provide the support you need.
Prosp User 6

Open After the course….

You can consider building on the skills you have developed on this course through some of the other courses we offer in various subjects which you might find useful. Your teacher will discuss this with you as you progress through this course.
Prosp User 7

Open What job opportunities could this lead to?

There are no specific job opportunities, however this will enhance your practical skills and could improve your employability skills such as working as part of a team and communication skills.
Prosp User 8

Open How will I be able to give my views on the course?

You can share your views in a number of ways. You can give your views through your ILP, course evaluation forms, on-line questionnaires and our Compliments, Comments and Complaints forms which can be found in Centre offices. You may also choose to become a course representative for your class, which the tutor will discuss with the class at the start of the course. All ALDD course reps are invited to our termly Forum to share the views of their classmates.
Prosp User 9

Open Safe learning

We want you to enjoy your learning experience and feel safe and respected while you are here with us. If you have any concerns about any thing please report it to a member of staff as soon as possible.
Prosp User 10

Open How to apply/enquire

If you are interested in enrolling on any of our courses please contact one of our centres.
You will be able to pay by cash, card or cheque (made payable to London Borough of Hillingdon).
Prosp User 11
INC1039
18/04/2023
27/06/2023
13:00 - 15:15
10 weeks
Civic Centre
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
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