Aspects of Citizenship

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
Y/504/8512
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
24 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe the difference between a 'right' and a 'responsibility'.
  • 1.2
    Describe three rights and three responsibilities an individual has to maintain own well being.
  • 1.3
    Describe three responsibilities an individual has to others in society.
2

Understand equal opportunities in relation to current legislation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain what is meant by the term 'equal opportunities'.
  • 2.2
    Describe key provisions of current equal opportunities legislation.
  • 2.3
    Describe a current equal opportunity issue and identify key points.
3

Understand the main functions of local and national government.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe the process for electing people to local and national government.
  • 3.2
    Describe the main responsibilities of local government.
  • 3.3
    Describe the main responsibilities of national government.
  • 3.4
    Describe the key stages by which new laws are passed.
4

Know public services available in own local community.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Describe the main public services available in own community.
  • 4.2
    Describe how individuals can access these services.
  • 4.3
    Give two examples of how individuals can influence the operation of local services.