Understanding Body Image

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
D/503/0996
Credits:
1
Guided learning hours:
8 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand how body image is portrayed in the media.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Define 'body image'.
  • 1.2
    Compare examples of positive and negative portrayals of bodies in the media.
2

Understand cultural and historical influences on body image.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe how body image can be influenced by different societies or cultures.
  • 2.2
    Describe how the perception of beauty varies from culture to culture.
  • 2.3
    Describe how the perception of beauty has changed through history.
3

Understand influences on own body image.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe influences on own body image.