Developing Skills for Listening to Children

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
L/504/9608
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the value and benefits of listening to children.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Give a reason for children wanting to be listened to.
  • 1.2
    List some of the benefits of listening to children.
2

Be able to listen without interrupting.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Demonstrate listening without interrupting.
3

Understand the importance of acknowledging children's feelings and needs.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Give an example of a child's feelings and possible underlying needs.
  • 3.2
    State why it is important to acknowledge these feelings and needs.
4

Know how to ask appropriate questions when listening to children.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Give an example of a question to ask a child.
  • 4.2
    State why it is appropriate.