Healthy living UV10632 F/502/0476 VRQ. Learner name: Learner number:

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1 Healthy living UV10632 F/502/0476 Learner name: VRQ Learner number:

2 VTCT is the specialist awarding body for the Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Complementary Therapy and Sport and Active Leisure sectors, with over 45 years of experience. VTCT is an awarding body regulated by national organisations including Ofqual, SQA, DCELLS and CCEA. VTCT is a registered charity investing in education and skills but also giving to good causes in the area of facial disfigurement. Statement of unit achievement By signing this statement of unit achievement you are confirming that all learning outcomes, assessment criteria and range statements have been achieved under specified conditions and that the evidence gathered is authentic. This statement of unit achievement table must be completed prior to claiming certification. Unit code Date achieved Learner signature Assessor initials IV signature (if sampled) Assessor tracking table All assessors using this Record of Assessment book must complete this table. This is required for verification purposes. Assessor name Assessor signature Assessors initials Assessor number (optional)

3 UV10632 Healthy living It is the aim of this unit to introduce you to ways in which you can contribute to a healthy lifestyle and encourage you to demonstrate activities which will improve your own lifestyle. UV10632_v4

4 Level 1 Credit value 2 GLH 20 External paper(s) 0

5 Healthy living Learning outcomes On completion of this unit you will: 1. Understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle 2. Demonstrate how you contribute to your own healthy lifestyle 3. Review the activities undertaken to maintain a healthy lifestyle Evidence requirements 1. Outcomes All unit outcomes must be achieved and evidenced in your portfolio of evidence. Evidence may include practical observations (evidence of), witness testimonies/statements, projects, assignments, case studies, reflective accounts, oral/written questioning and/or other forms of evidence. 2. Tutor/Assessor guidance You will be guided by your tutor/assessor on how to achieve learning outcomes in this unit. 3. External paper There is no external paper requirement for this unit. UV

6 Outcomes Outcome 1 Understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle You can: a. Describe the key elements of a healthy lifestyle b. Explain why a healthy lifestyle is important Description of evidence Portfolio reference Date achieved Assessor initials Learner signature 4 UV10632

7 Outcome 2 Demonstrate how you contribute to your own healthy lifestyle You can: a. Select and carry out activities which contribute to a healthy lifestyle Description of evidence Portfolio reference Date achieved Assessor initials Learner signature UV

8 Outcome 3 Review the activities undertaken to maintain a healthy lifestyle You can: a. Carry out a review of your activities b. Describe what went well and areas for improvement c. Describe how the activities have improved your lifestyle d. Suggest further activities which could contribute to a healthy lifestyle Description of evidence Portfolio reference Date achieved Assessor initials Learner signature 6 UV10632

9 Unit content This section provides guidance on the recommended knowledge and skills required to enable you to achieve each of the learning outcomes in this unit. Your tutor/assessor will ensure you have the opportunity to cover all of the unit content. Outcome 1: Understand the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle Key elements of a healthy lifestyle: Healthy diet (e.g. balanced, intake of fruit and vegetables, avoiding convenience foods, reduce fat and salt intake), regular exercise to meet health guidelines (e.g. playing sport, fitness activities, physical activities), adequate rest (e.g. hours of sleep, work and relaxation balance), personal hygiene (e.g. hand washing, dental hygiene routines, clothing), personal safety (e.g. using public transport safely, keeping personal possessions safe, road safety, keeping others informed of your whereabouts), avoiding negative lifestyle choices (e.g. alcohol, smoking, drugs). Importance of a healthy lifestyle: Higher fitness levels, higher energy levels, reduced risk of diseases (e.g. CHD, high blood pressure, obesity), improved psychological wellbeing (e.g. mood, confidence), reduced risk of psychological disorders (e.g. anxiety, depression), improved mobility in later life, improved ability to undertake active daily living tasks. Outcome 2: Demonstrate how you contribute to your own healthy lifestyle Selecting and carrying out activities: Consider current health and lifestyle (e.g. health status, activity levels, diet), selecting activities based on their suitability (e.g. meeting needs, time commitment, cost, support needed, barriers), make a plan of action (timescales, activities), keep to a plan of action, carry out appropriate activities (e.g. walking to and from work every day, attending an exercise class for a set period, attending a sports club for a set period, eating healthy and balanced meals, getting the right amount of sleep), getting support from others (e.g. family, friends, teacher, exercise instructor). UV

10 Outcome 3: Review the activities undertaken to maintain a healthy lifestyle Carrying out a review: Ways to review (e.g. reflective log, verbal discussion with tutor or peer), describing what went well and why (successes, achievements), describing areas for improvement (lack of progress, lack of achievement). How activities improve lifestyle: Positive effects of activities on lifestyle, e.g. a balanced diet provides more energy, increased physical activity promotes a better mood, adequate hours of sleep reduce feelings of tiredness. Suggesting further activities: To maintain positive changes to lifestyle, to address areas for lifestyle improvement, making suggestions (put forward ideas, give reasons for ideas). 8 UV10632