Tanzania Standard 7/Form 1 Curriculum - Vocational Subjects

1. Vocational Skills

This subject aims to equip students with practical skills for various vocations, promoting self-reliance and entrepreneurship. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, focusing on practical application and competency development.

• 1.1 Good Grooming
• Personal hygiene practices, including hair care, body care during puberty, and menstrual hygiene management.
• Proper care and maintenance of clothing, including washing, ironing, and repairing garments.
• Maintaining cleanliness of shoes and socks.
• 1.2 Environmental Care
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in residential areas, including cleaning floors, waste management, and garden care.
• Methods of controlling harmful insects and animals in the environment.
• 1.3 Cookery
• Hygienic food preparation practices and table manners.
• Preparing different types of meals and beverages, including packed meals and soft drinks.
• Deep frying techniques.
• 1.4 Creative Arts
• Principles of singing and acting, including choral singing techniques and play development.
• Creating artwork with social messages, including drawing, collage making, and clay modeling.
• Photography and screen printing techniques.
• 1.5 Entrepreneurship
• Developing entrepreneurial skills, including market research, customer relations, and financial management.
• Protecting consumers against expired products.
• Utilizing financial services provided by banks.
• 1.6 Agricultural Production
• Principles of crop production, including planning, planting, and harvesting techniques.
• Livestock production principles, including animal selection, housing, and disease control.