Aspects of Citizenship

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
R/504/8511
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Outline different examples of the legal rights of a British citizen.
  • 1.2
    Outline the types of responsibilities individuals have to maintain their own well being.
  • 1.3
    Outline the types of responsibilities an individual has to others.
2

Understand equality issues in relation to current legislation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify key provisions in the current equalities legislation.
  • 2.2
    Outline a current equality issue.
3

Understand the main functions of local and national government.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Outline how people are elected to local and central government.
  • 3.2
    Outline the main responsibilities of local government.
  • 3.3
    Outline the main responsibilities of central government.
4

Know public services available in own local community.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify the main public services available in own community.