Speaking up for yourself

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 2
Unit No:
R/617/4586
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Assessment Guidance

The main focus of the assessment for this unit is on self-advocacy skills. However, it is expected that the underpinning teaching and learning will help develop learners’ awareness of
• the importance of being able to speak up for yourself
• the range of situations in which self-advocacy skills can be applied to their own benefit.

Aim

To equip learners with the skills to speak up for themselves so that they are able to exert control over key areas of their lives.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Be able to say what they think and feel.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Share thoughts and feelings relevant to their own situation.

2.

Be able to state choices and express preferences.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Communicate to others choices and preferences about options relevant to their own situation.

3.

Be able to make requests and suggestions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Make requests and suggestions relevant to their own situation.

4.

Be able to challenge others.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Indicate when they disagree with others.

  • 4.2

    State what they disagree with.