1. Concepts of Work – Syllabus Outline Defining Work: a) Paid employment b) Unpaid work in the home and home related activities c) Voluntary work Attitudes to Work and Work Attainment: a) Extrinsic and intrinsic satisfaction b) Work ethic c) Variations in working according to occupation © PDST Home Economics

2. Concepts of Work – Syllabus Outline Changes in Patterns of Work and Work Availability to Include: (Higher Level Only) a) The effect of developing technology on industry. b) The decline in primary and secondary industries and the increase in woik in the service industries. c) Increased participation by women in employment. d) Improved working conditions. e) Increased flexibility in working hours ie. Job-sharing, flexible hours, parental leave.

3. Concepts of Work Syllabus Outline The Role of Unpaid and Voluntary Work in the Community and the Benefits to be Gained by the Volunteer and the Community Brief Outline Knowledge of the Protection of Young Persons (Employment) Act (1996)