Learners can be motivated by Star Units to improve their performance because:
  • their horizons are widened
  • they have higher targets to aim at
  • they are encouraged to aspire to achieve better performance

Because Star Units are based on Standards which reflect more ambitious attainments they gain a better understanding of what is possible and of what they personally might achieve (either now or in the future).

In addition those learners whose outstanding work warrants the award of a Star Unit will gain the added benefit of:
  • an acknowledgment of exceptional performance which gives evidence to employers, trainers, family and friends about their talents, attainments and their attitudes
  • a critical advantage in terms of employment opportunities and further career development