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Level 4 Diploma (QCF) - Mandatory Units

Learners must complete ALL units within this section

Community Development - Level 4 Diploma (QCF)

Community Development Values (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing this unit, the learner will:

1. Understand the relationship between community development values and activities

2. Understand why values are integral to community development activities

3. Understand the concept of community empowerment in the context of community development

values

4. Understand how to review and develop own value system in relation to community development

values

Assessment and Grading Criteria

In order to pass this unit, the evidence that the learner presents for assessment needs to demonstrate that

they can meet all of the learning outcomes for the unit. The assessment criteria describe the level of

achievement required to meet the learning outcomes.


Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria

To achieve a PASS grade the

evidence must show that the

learner can:

To achieve a MERIT grade the

evidence must show that, in

addition to the pass criteria,

the learner can:

To achieve a

DISTINCTION grade the

evidence must show

that, in addition to the

pass and merit criteria,

the learner can:

1. Understand the

relationship between

community

development values

and activities

1.1 Analyse the set of values that

typically underpin community

development

Analyse clearly and in detail

the set of values relevant to

CD, identifying key points,

with ability to interpret

underlying concepts as well

as demonstrating clear and

structured argument

Analyse

comprehensively the set

of values relevant to

CD, demonstrating an

ability to interpret

underlying concepts

and exercise critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

1.2 Explain why it is important that

community development is

based on a specific set of

values

1.3 Compare different

community development

projects in terms of the extent

to which this set of values are

promoted

1.4 Evaluate the extent to which

this set of values reflects


vision, strategy and policy

1.5 Analyse the challenges

involved in ensuring that the

agreed values are put into

practice

Define clearly and in detail

the challenges involved,

showing an analysis that is

related to practical examples

that exemplify some of the

complexities of the issues

Examine the challenges

in a way that shows

detailed and thoughtful

analysis and

demonstrates the

complexity of potential

issues in a wide variety

of CD contexts

2. Understand why values

are integral to

community

development activities

2.1 Analyse the key stages and

working practices involved in

a community development

process

Analyse the scope and

requirements of the CD

professional activity clearly

and comprehensively

showing analysis of underlying

principles and practice.

Analyse

comprehensively the

scope of CD as a

professional activity with

a clear analysis of

underlying principles

and practice as well as

its critical and

contextual dimensions

2.2 Explain how community

development values may be

integral to the working

practices

2.3 Assess how divided or

conflicting loyalties might

affect community

development work and

relationships

Analyse several contexts in

which conflicts of interest or

conflicting loyalties may be

apparent in ways that

exemplify some of the

problems that may emerge

Analyse

comprehensively a

variety of situations in

which conflicting

loyalties may pose

problems in ways that

show thoughtfulness

and insight into the

issues

2.4 Evaluate the knowledge, skills

and behaviours required of


practitioners in order to

ensure that values and

processes are integrated

3. Understand the

concept of community

empowerment in the

context of community

development values

3.1 Compare different definitions

of community empowerment

Compare a range of

definitions from a variety of

sources while accurately

appraising their relevance

and value to the concept of

community empowerment

Compare an extensive

range of definitions,

accurately appraising

their relevance and

value to community

empowerment and

providing thoughtful

and insightful analysis

3.2 Analyse the structure, scope

and features of different

community empowerment

projects

3.3 Explain why community

empowerment as a value is

important to the notion of


3.4 Evaluate the opportunities

and threats that may be

inherent in community

empowerment projects

4. Understand how to

review and develop

own value system in

relation to community

development values

4.1 Explain why reflective

practice is critical to own

development in community

development

Consider the usefulness and

appropriateness of different

explanations about the value

of reflective practice to

professional practice,

drawing on a variety of

sources

Consider the usefulness

and appropriateness of

various explanations in

ways that are thought

provoking and justify the

importance and

personal value of

reflective practice

4.2 Compare own beliefs and

value system to those that

underpin community

development

4.3 Assess the implications of any

disparities between own

value system and that of



Community Health and Disease Management (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the development and purposes of community health

2. Understand the importance of controlling communicable diseases

3. Understand the legislative framework for the provision of community health

4. Understand the effectiveness of community health provision in own communities






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the

development and

purposes of community

health

1.1 Summarise the historical

developments in

approaches to

community health

Describe in detail historical

developments, including

those that are less well known,

and analyse clearly how

these have impacted on the

health of communities

Summarise

comprehensively

historical

developments, showing

cogent analysis of

interrelationships, while

demonstrating in-depth

knowledge and

synthesis of information

1.2 Explain which and how

global organisations are

responsible for tracking

community health and

diseases

1.3 Explain the key purposes

and aims of current

community health

interventions

Explain clearly and in detail a

range of purposes and aims

of a variety of different types

of community health

interventions

Explain the purposes

and aims of a wide

range of community

health interventions in

multiple contexts and

settings, in a way that

illustrates insightful and

extensive knowledge of

the sector

1.4 Analyse the

interdisciplinary

approaches and subfields

involved in community

health

2. Understand the

importance of controlling

communicable diseases

2.1 Summarise the worldwide

distribution patterns of

diseases

Draw on statistical information

taken from different sources

to make comparisons and

draw appropriate and valid

conclusions about worldwide

distribution patterns

Analyse statistical data

from multiple sources to

extrapolate links

between disease

patterns and their

locations, paying close

attention to the validity

and reliability of the

data

2.2 Explain the impact of

these diseases on global

communities

2.3 Explain the factors that

affect the transmission of

diseases in own

geographical area

2.4 Assess methods used for

treating, controlling and

preventing


Articulate a distinction

between treating, controlling

and preventing

communicable diseases and

evaluate the value of a wide

variety of methods and

diseases

Evaluate the

interrelationships

between treating,

controlling and

preventing


in relation to a wide

variety of diseases in

different contexts or

settings

3. Understand the legislative

framework for the

provision of community

health

3.1 Assess the different types

of legislation that affect

the provision of health

and care in own country

3.2 Assess the role of

regulatory bodies in

ensuring compliance with

legislation

3.3 Evaluate the legal rights of

access to community

health care

Evaluate in detail common

and obscure legal rights of

access in relation to

individuals and specific

groups, drawing on research

taken from a variety of

sources

Evaluate

comprehensively

common and obscure

legal rights of access

based on in-depth case

studies of individuals

and groups, synthesising

diverse information from

a wide range of sources

to provide insightful

ideas

4. Understand

the effectiveness of

community health

provision in own

communities

4.1 Assess the effectiveness of

local provision of

community health in

relation to meeting

different needs

Articulate a distinction

between the degrees of

effectiveness of different

aspects of community health

in relation to diverse needs in

a variety of local settings

Evaluate the

effectiveness of

different aspects of

local community health

provision, based on in-

depth examination of

the diverse needs of

different individuals in a

wide range of settings

and contexts

4.2 Evaluate the overall

effectiveness of

managing disease in own

geographical area

4.3 Identify potential solutions

to enhance the

effectiveness of disease

management in the

community


Understanding Poverty in Communities (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the concept of poverty

2. Understand the key trends in global and national poverty

3. Understand the effects of poverty in a particular community

4. Understand practical ways of reducing poverty and its effects

5. Understand Government Strategies on poverty






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the concept

of poverty

1.1 Distinguish between

‘relative’ and ‘absolute

poverty’

1.2 Explain why definitions of

poverty may differ

according to the society

in which an individual lives


definitions taken from a range

of different sources,

appraising the link between

poverty and the societies in

which people live

Analyse diverse

definitions from a wide

range of authoritative or

academic sources,

critically appraising the

importance and

significance of the link

between poverty and

societies

1.3 Explain the relationship

between poverty and

social exclusion

Analyse clearly and in detail a

wide range of conceptual

links which elucidate both the

broadness and narrowness of

each concept

Analyse diverse and

more complex

interrelationships

between each

concept, showing

critical judgement and

well-structured

argument

1.4 Explain what is meant by

the ‘low income

threshold’

2. Understand the key

trends in global and

national poverty

2.1 Describe the different

ways in which global

poverty is measured

2.2 Analyse key statistical

trends in poverty both

nationally and

internationally

Draw on statistical information

taken from different sources

to make comparisons and

draw appropriate and valid

conclusions about worldwide

trends

Analyse statistical data

from multiple sources to

extrapolate links

between trends and

their locations, paying

close attention to the

validity and reliability of

the data

2.3 Explain how prevalence

of poverty in own country

compares with that

internationally

Analyse a wide range of

information about global

prevalence, making

comparative judgements to

demonstrate important

insights into aspects of

poverty in own country

Analyse information

about global

prevalence from

multiple sources, paying

critical attention to the

validity and reliability of

data to make critical

and justified judgements

about poverty in own

country

3. Understand the effects of

poverty in a particular

community

3.1 Summarise the range of

distinguishing factors for

living in poverty within a

specified community

3.2 Explain the ways in which

different groups of people

are particularly vulnerable

to poverty in that

community

Analyse clearly and in detail a

wide variety of aspects of

vulnerability, whilst drawing

important conclusions about

the particular impacts in

relation to different groups of

people

Analyse multiple

aspects of vulnerability,

drawing on information

from a wide variety of

sources to make critical

and informed

conclusions about

importance and

significance of impacts

for diverse groups of

people

3.3 Explain the effects of the

‘poverty cycle’ that

people in that community

may be experiencing

4. Understand practical

ways of reducing poverty

and its effects

4.1 Summarise different ways

in which personal income

can be increased thereby

reducing poverty levels

Examine clearly and in detail

the relationships between

increasing income and

reducing poverty, whilst

interpreting underlying

concepts using clear and

structured arguments

Examine

comprehensively the

relationships between

increasing income and

reducing poverty, whilst


concepts, making

critical judgements and

using well-structured

arguments

4.2 Compare the approaches

taken to improving living

conditions in different

communities

4.3 Explain the relationship

between improving

access to education and

reducing poverty

4.4 Assess the strengths and

weaknesses of a project

which aims to improve

access to health for

impoverished people

5. Understand Government

Strategies on poverty

5.1 Compare and contrast

the approaches taken by

different governments for

reducing global poverty

Evaluate a range of different

government strategies,

drawing on research taken

from a variety of sources, and

making important

observations about the

potential influence of party

politics or political ideologies

Evaluate

comprehensively a

range of diverse

government strategies,

drawing on extensive

research, whilst drawing

insightful conclusions

about the negative and

positive influences of

party politics or political

ideologies

5.2 Analyse the effectiveness

of a particular

government strategy on

poverty


Supporting the Vulnerable in Communities (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand ‘vulnerability’ and associated community support organisations

2. Understand the legislative framework and related issues for protecting vulnerable people

3. Understand working practices for supporting vulnerable groups in communities






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand ‘vulnerability’

and associated

community support

organisations

1.1 Explain definitions of

‘vulnerability’ in relation to

people in communities


different meanings of

‘vulnerability’, showing an

analysis that is related to

specific examples that

exemplify the meaning

Examine a wide range

of definitions, showing


analysis that

demonstrates subtleties

and complexities of

meaning in relation to

different groups of


1.2 Explain which groups of


might be recognised as

‘vulnerable’


diverse groups, using relevant

research, differing

perspectives and specific

examples to elucidate depth

and breadth of knowledge

Analyse

comprehensively

diverse groups in a

variety of community

settings, demonstrating

an ability to interpret

underlying concepts

and exercise critical

judgement and well-

structured arguments

1.3 Describe the types of

organisations, professional

practitioners and multi-

agency partnerships that

are available to support

vulnerable people

1.4 Explain how vulnerable

people are referred to

relevant organisations

2. Understand the legislative

framework and related

issues for protecting

vulnerable people

2.1 Summarise the laws which

aim to protect vulnerable

people including relevant

international agreements

and conventions


various safeguarding

procedures and health

and safety policies, which

are used by organisations

to protect vulnerable

people


requirements of safeguarding

procedures and health and

safety policies, clearly and

comprehensively showing

consideration of underlying

principles and practice

Analyse

comprehensively the

scope of safeguarding

procedures and health

and safety policies,

showing informed

consideration of

underlying principles

and practice as well as

contextual dimensions

2.3 Explain the type of ethical

issues and dilemmas that

might arise when working

to support vulnerable


Analyse several contexts in

which diverse types of ethical

issues and dilemmas may be

apparent in different types of

roles or work settings

Analyse

comprehensively a


which complex ethical

issues and dilemmas

may result in difficult or

compromising

judgements to be made

2.4 Explain how such issues

might be addressed, in

line with relevant

legislation, policies and

procedures

3. Understand working

practices for supporting

vulnerable groups in

communities

3.1 Summarise the methods

used to identify vulnerable

people including relevant

warning signs

Compare a range of methods

from a variety of sources while

accurately appraising their

relevance and value to

identifying vulnerable people

Compare

comprehensively a

range of methods,


their relevance and

value to identifying

vulnerable people and



3.2 Explain the methods used

to assess the needs of

vulnerable people

3.3 Compare examples of

different interventions and

initiatives that are used to

support vulnerable

people.

3.4 Explain how vulnerable

people can be

empowered

3.5 Explain the specific care

values that apply to

working with vulnerable

people

Level 4 Diploma (QCF) - Optional Units

Learners must complete ONE unit from within this section


Sociology and the Community (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand theoretical concepts of and relationship between sociology and community

2. Understand the issues affecting community development

3. Understand the function of community development organisations

4. Understand the legal frameworks for community development






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand theoretical

concepts of and


sociology and

community

1.1 Differentiate between the

terms ‘sociology’ and

‘community’

1.2 Summarise the main

historical developments in

social theories

Summarise developments

through the use of information

obtained from a variety of

sources, whilst accurately

appraising the importance

and significance of the


historical context and social

theory

Summarise

developments through

the use of extensive

research, whilst


insights into the inter-


historical context and

social theories

1.3 Describe a range of

important sociology

concepts


the sociological

approaches to the

concept of community

1.5 Explain different

conceptual theories of

community

1.6 Assess the effect of social

change on communities

in own locality


the effects of social change,

showing analysis that relates

to practical examples and

illustrating the complexities

involved

Examine subtle and

overt effects of social

change, linking

elements of social

change theories to

practical examples in

own community

2. Understand the issues

affecting community

development


issues that can affect


2.2 Assess the key factors that

enable people to build

communities

Analyse a wide range of

factors clearly and

comprehensively, showing a

thorough understanding of

how and why they enable

people to build communities

citing specific examples

Analyse

comprehensively a wide

range of conflicting and

complex factors,

showing insightful

understanding of how

and why they enable

people to build

communities in multiple

contexts or settings

2.3 Summarise the community

development needs of a

specific community

3. Understand the function

of community

development

organisations

3.1 Describe the type of

public, private and

charitable organisations

that are involved in


in own location


the roles and functions of

a variety of community

development

organisations

Compare a range of roles

and functions in detail across

different types of

organisations, illustrating an

ability to analyse underlying

influences


range of roles and

functions across a wide

range of organisations,


inter-relationships and



3.3 Assess how community

development

organisations can make a

significant impact within

communities

4. Understand the legal

frameworks for


4.1 Describe the legislation

and policies that govern


locally and internationally

4.2 Assess the impact of

legislation and policies on


organisations, including

any consequences of

non-compliance

Analyse impacts across a

wide range of legislation and

policies, drawing from a

range of sources in ways that

exemplify the compliance

problems that can occur

Analyse

comprehensively the

impacts of legislation

and policies on CD

organisations, with

extensive research,

using critical

judgements and well-

constructed arguments

about compliance

issues


Community Development and the International Environment (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the nature and functions of international community development

2. Understand the principles, issues and trends in international community development

3. Understand the importance of international community development legislation






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a DISTINCTION

grade the evidence must

show that, in addition to

the pass and merit

criteria, the learner can:

1. Understand the nature

and functions of

international community

development


historical developments in

national and international


1.2 Describe the types of

public, private and non-

governmental

organisations (NGOs) that

are involved in


development


the roles and functions of

a variety of international

organisations involved in


Compare in detail a range of

roles and functions across

different types of

organisations, illustrating an

ability to analyse underlying

inter-relationships and

influences


range of roles and

functions across multiple

organisations, accurately

appraising inter-

relationships and

providing thoughtful and

insightful analysis

2. Understand the

principles, issues and

trends in international



the mission statements or

aims of national and


development

organisations

2.2 Summarise the principles

and ethics that typically

underpin international


Summarise clearly principles

and ethics through research

from a variety of sources,

whilst accurately appraising

their importance or

significance in specific

examples

Summarise principles and

ethics through the use of

extensive research, whilst


insights into their

importance or

significance using a range

of examples to illustrate

findings

2.3 Analyse the issues and

themes that underpin the

projects and campaigns

promoted by international

development

organisations in different

continents

2.4 Compare the emerging

trends in international


in own country with those

in other continents

Compare in detail emerging

trends in a variety of contexts,

whilst accurately appraising

their relevance and value to

community development in

own country


range of emerging trends

in wide and diverse

contests, accurately


and value, while


insightful analysis

3. Understand the

importance of


development legislation

3.1 Describe the key

international laws, treaties

or agreements that

govern community

development

3.2 Analyse the approach

taken to compliance with

international

development legislation in

a particular country

3.3 Assess the impact that

legislation has on


development

organisations, including

the consequences of non-

compliance

Analyse in detail the impact

of a wide range of legislation

and policies, drawing from a


exemplify the compliance

problems that can occur

Analyse comprehensively

the impact of a wide

range of legislation,


research from a wide

variety of sources, using

critical judgements and

well-constructed

arguments about

compliance issues

3.4 Evaluate how a specific

international

organisation’s mission,

ethics and values are

influenced by the relevant

legislation and policies


Community Development Campaigns and Promotions (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand community development campaigns and promotions

2. Understand community development activities

3. Know how to plan a community development campaign or promotion

4. Know how to implement and review campaign or promotion activities






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:




the pass and merit


1. Understand community

development campaigns

and promotions

1.1 Summarise the scope and

nature of community

development campaigns

and promotions locally

and internationally

1.2 Explain the roles of

organisations involved in


campaigns and

promotions

1.3 Explain the influences

which can impact on


campaigns and

promotions

Define clearly and in detail a

broad range of influences,

interpreting underlying issues

for campaigns and

promotions, whilst also

demonstrating clear and

structured argument

Examine comprehensively

a wide range of

influences, while assessing

the importance and

significance of underlying

issues for campaigns and

promotions, with critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

1.4 Explain the current

priorities and future

challenges of community

development activities in

own locality


the priorities and challenges

involved, showing analysis of

practical examples that



Examine the priorities and

challenges in a way that

shows detailed and

thoughtful analysis and

demonstrates the

complexity of issues in a

wide variety of contexts




different models of


campaigns and

promotions

2.2 Summarise the approach

taken in a selected


campaign or promotion

2.3 Explain how the outcomes

of the selected activity

can be measured

2.4 Assess the actual or

potential impact of this

activity

Analyse actual and potential

impacts, drawing from a



complexities involved in CD

activities


actual and potential

impacts drawing on

extensive research from a

wide variety of sources,

with critical judgements

and well-constructed

arguments

3. Know how to plan a



3.1 Explain why a relevant


issue may be suitable to

campaign or promote

within own locality

3.2 Assess how relevant

people or organisations

may have the power to

influence or assist with the


Examine in detail the nature

and level of influence of

individuals and organisations,

whilst clearly evaluating their

importance and significance

to the relevant activities

Critically examine the

dynamics of power and

influence, illustrating the

tactical and strategic

approaches taken by

individuals and

organisations to influence

campaigns or promotions

3.3 Justify suitable methods

and techniques for the


3.4 Devise an action plan that

would deliver the


Provide clear and logical

steps to achieving relevant

aims, illustrating attention to

detail, careful planning and

practical strategies.

Provide meticulous

planning and timing, using

well thought out strategies

which align with the aims,

objectives and values of

the campaign or

promotion

4. Know how to implement

and review campaign or

promotion activities

4.1 Explain how to implement

a campaign or promotion

within a local community

4.2 Explain the methods that

can be used to measure

the impact of the


4.3 Assess the methods that

could be used to

evaluate the campaign or

promotion

Define clearly and in detail a

wide range of suitable and

appropriate methods, using

cogent arguments to justify

choices

Define clearly and


range of suitable and

appropriate methods,

illustrating detailed

research and critical

judgement to justify the

choices made


Community Development Work Opportunities (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the scope for work opportunities in community development

2. Understand the role and responsibilities of community development workers

3. Know how to plan to secure work opportunities in community development


In order to pass this unit, the evidence that the learner presents for assessment needs to

demonstrate that they can meet all of the learning outcomes for the unit. The assessment

criteria describe the level of achievement required to meet the learning outcomes.


Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:




the pass and merit


1. Understand the scope for

work opportunities in


1.1 Summarise the different

types of local, national

and international

organisations that offer


work opportunities


paid employment and

volunteering opportunities

available

Analyse in detail a wide range

of diverse paid and unpaid

opportunities, drawing

accurate and valid

conclusions


a wide range of diverse

paid and unpaid

opportunities locally,

nationally and

internationally, based on

research from multiple

sources, making valid and

insightful conclusions

1.3 Assess the knowledge,

skills and qualifications

required to succeed in

securing work

opportunities in


2. Understand the role and

responsibilities of


workers

2.1 Explain the roles and

responsibilities of


workers in a variety of

situations



professional activity clearly

and comprehensively,

drawing on research from a

wide variety of sources


the scope and


professional activity,


research and citing local,


examples

2.2 Analyse the personal

qualities required to

succeed in a variety of


roles

Analyse critically and in depth

the obvious and more unusual

personal qualities required

across diverse roles and

settings

Reflect critically on the

personal qualities required

in diverse local, national

and international roles,

showing thoughtful

insights into the

importance of and

interrelationships between

different

characteristics/traits

3. Know how to plan to

secure work opportunities

in community

development

3.1 Summarise own

knowledge, skills,

qualifications and

qualities relevant to


3.2 Evaluate own strengths

and weaknesses for

securing work

opportunities in


3.3 Analyse the factors that

need to be taken into

account when

developing an action

plan to secure work

opportunities in


Analyse critically and in depth

across all stages involved,


research of different

approaches to or models of

career action planning

Analyse critically and in

depth across all stages

involved, showing how to

apply different

approaches or models to

illustrate own extensive

career action planning


Business Planning and Practice for Community Organisations (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand business planning principles and techniques for community organisations

2. Understand financial management principles and processes for community organisations

3. Understand business practice and its relationship with business planning

4. Understand the significance of maintaining positive business relationships and communications

5. Understand how marketing supports community organisations






Learning Outcomes

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Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand business

planning principles and

techniques for

community organisations

1.1 Explain the purpose and

principles of strategic

planning

1.2 Analyse the impact of

internal and external

factors on the business

planning process for

voluntary and community

organisations


the internal and external

factors relevant to business

planning, identifying key

points and interpreting

underlying concepts

Analyse

comprehensively the

internal and external

factors relevant to

business planning, while


concepts and exercising

critical judgement

1.3 Examine the key

components of the

strategic business

planning process

1.4 Compare the risks and

benefits of different

business planning tools

and techniques for



the risks and benefits of

relevant tools and techniques

using practical examples to

demonstrate a range of

different outcomes that may

or may not align with


Define comprehensively


relevant tools and

techniques, with a clear

assessment of their

relevance and

alignment with the

values and goals of


2. Understand financial

management principles

and processes for


2.1 Analyse the key principles

and processes of financial

management


the key principles and process

relevant to financial

management in CD

organisations, interpreting

underlying concepts

Analyse

comprehensively the

principles and processes

relevant to financial

planning in CD

organisations,


concepts and exercising

critical judgement

2.2 Explain different ways in

which financial planning

and forecasting can help


2.3 Examine the methods

used by community

organisations to plan and

monitor cash flow

3. Understand business

practice and its

relationship with business

planning

3.1 Analyse the key elements

that define business

practice


the key components of

business practice

Compare and contrast

the essential constituents

of business practice

3.2 Analyse the relationship

between business

planning and business

practice


the relationship between

business planning and

business practice with some

examples of the problems

that arise when the two are

not aligned

Analyse

comprehensively the


business planning and

business practice with a

clear assessment of the

potential problems that

can arise in ways that

show thoughtfulness and

insight

4. Understand the

significance of

maintaining positive

business relationships

and communications

4.1 Evaluate different

methods and channels

that community

organisations may use to

communicate with clients

4.2 Analyse methods that

may help community

organisations to build and

maintain positive business

relationships

Assess clearly and in detail

the effectiveness and

appropriateness of methods

available to CD organisations

that are consistent with

building positive relationships

Analyse

comprehensively and

extensively methods for

building positive business

relationships, employing


critical judgement

4.3 Analyse methods of

identifying and ensuring

that customer needs

continue to be met

Assess clearly and in detail

the effectiveness of methods

of identifying customer needs

and for ensuring that these

continue to be met

Analyse

comprehensively and

extensively methods for

identifying customer

needs and for ensuring

that these continue to

be met

5. Understand how

marketing supports


5.1 Analyse the role and

significance of marketing

in promoting the

objectives of community

organisations


the potential role and

significance of marketing in

promoting the objectives of

community organisations,

while assessing some of the

pitfalls that can arise

Analyse

comprehensively a


which marketing plays a

role in promoting the

objectives of community

organisations, in ways

that show thoughtfulness

and insight into the issues

5.2 Analyse traditional and

contemporary marketing

tools which support

strategic marketing


the appropriateness and

effectiveness of traditional

and contemporary marketing

tools which assist the strategic

marketing process

Analyse

comprehensively a

range of traditional and

contemporary marketing

tools which assist the

strategic marketing

process, employing


critical judgement

5.3 Explain how marketing

may benefit a community

organisation by providing

and communicating a

‘brand’ for its services or

products


Conflict Resolution and Community Campaigning (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand potential causes and implications of conflict within communities

2. Understand responses and solutions to conflict within communities

3. Understand the significance for campaigning of effective community relationships

4. Understand campaign methods and techniques






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand potential

causes and implications

of conflict with

communities

1.1 Analyse common causes

of conflicts within

communities and wider

society

Analyse in detail and

compare the common

causes of conflicts within

communities and in wider

society

Analyse

comprehensively the

common causes of

conflicts within

communities and wider

society, while


concepts and

identifying common

themes

1.2 Assess the extent to which

decisions made by others

can lead to conflicts

1.3 Evaluate the impact of

conflict situations on

group cohesion

2. Understand responses

and solutions to conflict

within communities

2.1 Examine common

responses to conflict

situations


approaches to conflict

analysis and resolution

Compare a range of

approaches from a variety of

sources, while accurately


and value


range of approaches,


their relevance and

value, providing

thoughtful and insightful

analysis

2.3 Assess the sources of

mediation support

available to individuals,

communities and

practitioners

2.4 Examine the use of

‘compromise’ and

‘negotiation’ as means of

resolving conflict within

communities

3. Understand the

significance for

campaigning of

effective community

relationships

3.1 Assess the importance of

collective resolution of

conflicts or differences

that develop during a

campaign

Assess in detail the

importance of collective

resolution of conflicts or

differences that develop

during a campaign,

identifying some of the

consequences if issues are not

resolved

Assess comprehensively

the extent to which the

collective resolution of

conflicts or differences is

important, exercising


well-structured argument

3.2 Analyse the use of

strategic alliances within

communities for building

support

3.3 Explain the importance of

using individuals’ skills,

knowledge and

experiences when

planning a campaign

4. Understand the

campaign methods and

techniques

4.1 Evaluate models and

techniques for collective

approaches to a

community based

campaign

4.2 Assess the most effective

methods of involving

individuals and groups to

raise awareness of

community issues

Assess in detail the most

effective methods of involving

individuals and groups to raise

awareness of community

issues, comparing the relative

benefits of each method


the most effective

methods of involving

individuals and groups to

raise awareness of

community issues, in

ways that show

thoughtfulness and

insight into the issues

4.3 Analyse the factors

involved when choosing

methods of publicity to

promote specific

campaigns


the factors to be taken into

account when choosing


promote specific campaigns,

while assessing some of the

pitfalls that may arise

Analyse

comprehensively the

factors to be taken into

account when choosing


promote specific

campaigns, employing


critical judgement

4.4 Explain how to gain

support for a campaign,

taking account of

national and local

political systems and

structures


Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the principles and role of humanitarian aid

2. Understand how humanitarian aid is funded

3. Understand the principles of crisis management

4. Understand relationships between humanitarian aid, crisis management and risk assessment

5. Understand the role of individuals and organisations in responding to a crisis






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the principles

and role of humanitarian

aid


and objectives of

humanitarian aid

Analyse in detail, using

different theoretical

approaches, the key

principles and objectives of

humanitarian aid

Analyse

comprehensively, using a

range of different

theoretical approaches,

the key principles and

objectives of

humanitarian aid,


insightful analysis

1.2 Compare the different

forms of humanitarian aid

that may be provided in

response to humanitarian

crises

1.3 Differentiate between

‘humanitarian aid’ and

‘development aid’

1.4 Evaluate potential

implications of both

approaches for the

countries that are

receiving these forms of

aid

2. Understand how

humanitarian aid is

funded

2.1 Analyse the different

sources and systems of

funding for humanitarian

aid


compare the different

sources and systems of

funding for humanitarian aid

Analyse

comprehensively the

different sources and

systems of funding for

humanitarian aid,


insightful analysis

2.2 Assess the risks and

benefits of organising

funding for humanitarian

aid

Assess in detail the risks and

benefits of organising and co-

ordinating humanitarian aid

funding, taking into account

different methods



organising and co-

ordinating humanitarian

aid funding, exercising



3. Understand the principles

of crisis management

3.1 Analyse the key elements

which define crisis

management

3.2 Compare the main

categories of

humanitarian

crisis/disaster within


frameworks

Compare in detail the main

categories of humanitarian

crisis/disaster according to


frameworks, highlighting any

common themes

Compare

comprehensively the

main categories of

humanitarian

crisis/disaster, according

to different theoretical

frameworks, providing


analysis

3.3 Evaluate crisis

management strategies

and responses

4. Understand relationships

between humanitarian

aid, crisis management

and risk assessment

4.1 Examine the

interrelationship between

crisis management and

humanitarian aid

Explore in detail the

connection and relationship

between crisis management

and humanitarian aid, in the

context of humanitarian

disasters

Explore comprehensively

the connection and


crisis management and

humanitarian aid,

exercising critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

4.2 Explain the significance of

risk assessment for crisis

management

5. Understand the role of

individuals and

organisations in

responding to a crisis

5.1 Explain the role of charities

and non-government

organisations in

responding to

humanitarian

crises/disasters

5.2 Examine the types of

assistance provided by

government organisations

following a humanitarian

crisis/disaster

5.3 Critically review different

types of media response

to crises/disasters

5.4 Analyse the types of

support which may be

provided by different

communities or individuals

following a humanitarian

crisis


compare the types of support

which may be provided by

different communities and

individuals following a

humanitarian crisis

Analyse in depth the

types of support which

may be provided by

different communities

and individuals following

a humanitarian crisis,

exercising critical

judgement and well-

structured argument


Marketing Principles and Methods for Community Organisations (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the principles of marketing

2. Understand marketing methods, tools and techniques

3. Understand the significance of ‘the extended’ marketing mix for community organisations

4. Understand the significance of marketing planning

5. Understand the principles of branding






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the

principles of marketing


and purposes of

marketing


between marketing and

other functions within an

organisation

Analyse in detail the


marketing and other functions

within an organisation,

commenting on the possible

benefits of these relationships

for the organisation

Analyse

comprehensively the


marketing and other

functions within an

organisation, including

the likely benefits of

these relationships for the

organisation, exercising

critical and insightful

judgement

1.3 Explain how marketing

contributes to the

performance of voluntary

and community

organisations

1.4 Explain the meaning of

‘segmentation’,

‘targeting’ and

‘positioning’ in the context

of marketing for


2. Understand marketing

methods, tools and

techniques

2.1 Examine marketing

methods, tools and

techniques which may be

used by community

organisations

2.2 Assess the effectiveness to


of using marketing

methods which are free or

involve minimal costs

2.3 Analyse the development

and use of online

marketing methods


development and use of

online marketing methods,

including some of the benefits

of these for organisations

Analyse

comprehensively the

development, use and

implications of online

marketing methods,

employing critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

3. Understand the

significance of ‘the

extended’ marketing mix

for community

organisations

3.1 Compare the elements of

‘the marketing mix’ (‘the

4ps’) with the ‘extended

marketing mix’ (‘the 7Ps’)

Compare and contrast in

detail the elements of the

marketing mix with the

extended marketing mix in

the context of community

organisations

Compare and contrast

extensively the elements

of the marketing mix with

the extended marketing

mix, providing critical

judgement and

theoretical insight

3.2 Explain how the extended

marketing mix can be

applied to marketing for


4. Understand the

significance of

marketing planning

4.1 Examine the marketing

planning process and the

impact of internal and

external factors

4.2 Review the essential

components and

outcomes of a successful

marketing plan

Review in detail the essential

components and outcomes

of a successful marketing

plan, providing a rationale for

decisions reached

Review comprehensively

the essential

components and

outcomes of a successful

marketing plan,

exercising critical and

insightful judgement

5. Understand the

principles of branding

5.1 Analyse the principles and

role of branding in the


organisations

5.2 Analyse the potential risks

and benefits of branding

for community

organisations

Analyse in detail the potential

risks and benefits of branding

for community organisations,

drawing conclusions about

the overall suitability of

branding for these

organisations

Analyse

comprehensively the

potential risks and

benefits of branding for

community

organisations, employing




branding may be helpful

to voluntary and



Project Finance and Funding (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the sources of funding for a project

2. Understand how to estimate project costs

3. Explain the significance of a financial plan for a project

4. Understand how to control project finances






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the sources

of funding for a project

1.1 Compare the sources and

availability of internal and

external funding available

for different types of

projects

Compare in detail the


availability of internal and

external funding available for

different types of projects and

the possible issues and

implications associated with

each

Compare extensively the


availability of internal

and external funding

available for different

types of projects, and

the possible issues and

implications associated

with each, exercising


judgement

1.2 Evaluate the key

processes for accessing

and securing external

funding for such projects


estimate project costs

2.1 Analyse the potential

areas of expenditure

within a project

Analyse in detail the potential

areas of expenditure within a

project and their implications

for project management

Analyse

comprehensively, areas

of expenditure within a

project and their

implications for project

management,

employing critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

2.2 Evaluate the most

effective methods of

producing initial cost

estimates for a project

2.3 Differentiate between

different types of financial

estimates

3. Explain the significance

of a financial plan for a

project

3.1 Analyse the essential

components within a

financial plan

Analyse in detail the essential

components within a financial

plan, including an assessment

of those which are most

pertinent to community

organisations

Analyse

comprehensively the

essential components

within a financial plan,

including an assessment

of those which are most

pertinent to community

organisations, exercising


judgment


the financial plan should

drive or inform the project

3.3 Explain when and how a

project financial plan may

be revised or changed


control project finances

4.1 Assess the implications of

cash flow to the

management of project

finances

4.2 Analyse methods and

tools for managing the

cash flow for a project

4.3 Compare the different

tools and techniques for

determining a project

budget


different tools and techniques

for determining a project

budget, with a clear

assessment of the strengths

and weaknesses of each

Compare

comprehensively the

different tools and

techniques for

determining a project

budget, with a clear

assessment of the

strengths and

weaknesses of each,

showing critical

judgement and insight

4.4 Analyse tools and

techniques for controlling

and monitoring project

costs to ensure overall

project expenditure

remains within budget


Legal Support and Protection (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the legislative framework relating to employment

2. Understand human rights legislation

3. Understand the key processes and procedures relating to discrimination

4. Understand the key statutory procedures relating to employment actions

5. Understand the principles of health and safety legislation






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:



show that, in addition to the

pass and merit criteria, the

learner can:

1. Understand the

legislative framework

relating to employment

1.1 Analyse the main statutory

rights determined by

employment status

Analyse in detail the main

statutory rights which are

governed by employment

status and what these entail

for employees and employers


the main statutory rights

which are governed by

employment status and the

implications of these for

employees and employers,


insightful analysis

1.2 Examine key legislation

and policies relating to

payment of salary, wages

and welfare

2. Understand human rights

legislation

2.1 Examine fundamental

rights covered by human

rights legislation

2.2 Explain the types of

activity that constitutes a

violation in human rights

2.3 Explain how human rights

institutions may respond to

such violations


processes and

procedures relating to

discrimination

3.1 Summarise key elements

of equality and anti-

discriminatory legislation

3.2 Analyse the actions and

activities that should be

reviewed when

considering whether there

may be grounds for

discrimination in

employment

Analyse in detail the actions

and activities that should be

reviewed when considering

whether there may be

grounds for discrimination in

employment, identifying the

actions and activities that are

most important


the actions and activities

that should be reviewed

when considering whether

there may be grounds for

discrimination in

employment, exercising

critical judgement and well-

structured argument

3.3 Explain the processes and

procedures for addressing

and resolving cases of

discrimination in the

workplace


statutory procedures

relating to employment

actions

4.1 Analyse the different forms

of employment

proceedings, their

jurisdictions and time limits


compare the different forms

of employment proceedings

and the jurisdictions and time

limits involved, including some

of the consequences of these


the different forms of

employment proceedings

and the jurisdictions and

time limits involved,

exercising critical judgement

and an insight into the

implications of each

4.2 Analyse the range of

options for redress

resulting from the

potential outcomes of

these proceedings


compare and contrast the

range of options for redress,

resulting from the potential

outcomes of the proceedings


the range of options for

redress, resulting from the

potential outcomes of the

proceedings, providing


analysis

4.3 Explain the use of

mediation procedures

and alternative forms of

dispute resolution for

cases of workplace

discipline and grievance

5. Understand the

principles of health and

safety legislation


requirements of health

and safety legislation

5.2 Examine the duties and

responsibilities of

employers to ensure

health, safety and welfare

in the workplace


Management Information Systems for Community Organisations (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the principles and role of management information systems

2. Understand the risks and benefits of management information systems

3. Understand how management information systems can support community organisations






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:

To achieve a MERIT grade

the evidence must show

that, in addition to the pass


To achieve a DISTINCTION grade

the evidence must show that, in

addition to the pass and merit


1. Understand the

principles and role of

management

information systems

1.1 Analyse the role and

objectives of

management information

systems

Analyse in detail the role

and objectives of


systems, taking account of


approaches

Analyse comprehensively the

role and objectives of


systems, providing critical

judgement and theoretical

insight

1.2 Explain how management

information systems can

support the long-term

plans of community or

voluntary organisations

2. Understand the risks and

benefits of management

information systems

2.1 Evaluate the different

types of management

information systems

2.2 Analyse the potential

benefits, risks and

challenges of the different

types of management

information system


potential risks and

challenges of different

types of management

information system,

including their implications

for community and

voluntary organisations


potential risks and challenges of

different types of management

system, including their

implications for community and

voluntary organisations, with

critical judgement and well

structured argument

2.3 Assess the specific

implications of operating

a management

information system for a

community or voluntary

organisation

3. Understand how

management


support community

organisations

3.1 Analyse ways in which


systems can support

different functions within a

community and voluntary

organisations

Analyse in detail ways in

which, management


support different functions,

and the effectiveness of

these systems, within a

community and voluntary

organisation

Analyse comprehensively ways

in which management

information systems can support

a range of different functions

within a community and

voluntary organisation, exercising

critical and insightful judgement



systems which may be of

greatest benefit to


Evaluate in detail, and give

reasons why, different


systems which may be of

greatest benefit to


Evaluate comprehensively

different management

information systems which may

be of greatest benefit to

community organisations,

exercising critical judgement

and well structured argument

3.3 Review the types of

information and data that

might be pertinent to the

management of



Project Management (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand project management principles and approaches

2. Understand the significance of the different stages of the project life cycle

3. Understand how to manage project funding and finance

4. Understand how to manage potential risks within projects

5. Understand how to control the quality of project outputs






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:




the pass and merit


1. Understand project

management principles

and approaches

1.1 Examine key project

management models and

approaches

1.2 Analyse the roles and

responsibilities of the

project management

participants

Analyse in detail the roles and

responsibilities of the project

management participants,

including the possible impact

of these on the project

management process


the roles and

responsibilities of the

project management

participants, including the

impact of these on the

project management

process, exercising critical

and insightful judgement

2. Understand the

significance of the

different stages of the

project life cycle

2.1 Critically examine the key

stages and outcomes of

the project life cycle

2.2 Analyse the importance of

different stages within the

project life cycle


importance of the different

stages within the project life

cycle and the ways in which

these contribute to the

project outcome


the importance of the


project life cycle,

employing critical

judgement and insight

2.3 Explain the

interrelationship between


project life cycle


manage project funding

and finance

3.1 Compare the various

funding options for

different types of projects


different funding options, and

the implications of these, for

the different types of projects

Compare extensively the

different funding options,

and the implications of

these, for the different

types of projects,

exercising critical and

insightful judgement

3.2 Explain methods of

defining, establishing and

monitoring budgets for

project finance


manage potential risks

within projects

4.1 Analyse different methods

of risk management

relevant to project

management

Analyse in detail different

methods of risk management

relevant to project

management, assessing some

of the risks and benefits of the

methods

Analyse in

comprehensively different

methods of risk

management relevant to

project management,

employing critical

judgement and well-

structured argument

4.2 Explain how these

methods could be used in

different types of projects

4.3 Assess the significance of

contingency planning

when managing risk within

project management

5. Understand how to control

the quality of project

outputs


approaches to defining

the quality of outputs for

the project

5.2 Analyse methods for

measuring and controlling


outputs

Analyse in detail methods for

measuring and controlling the

quality of project outputs,

commenting on some of the

pros and cons of the methods


a range of methods for

measuring and controlling


outputs, exercising critical

and insightful judgement

5.3 Explain how continual

improvement can be

incorporated into project

activities


Community and Inter-Agency Working (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the changing character of inter-agency working

2. Understand the impact of inter-agency working on professionals working in different sectors

3. Understand the problems encountered through collaborative work between different sectors

4. Understand the conflicts and tensions that can arise through inter-agency working

5. Understand the opportunities for learning new ways of working across sectors






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the

changing character of

inter-agency working

1.1 Analyse the historical and

changing character of

social provision, user

engagement and the

factors leading to inter-

agency working


the range and complexity of

factors involved in inter-

agency working using critical

judgement and a variety of

evidence to support the

conclusions drawn

Analyse

comprehensively the

range and complexity

of factors involved in

inter-agency working,

using critical judgement

and comparative

research from different

countries to support the

conclusions drawn

1.2 Critically examine the

transitions and re-

organisations in work

settings which provide an

imperative for different

agencies to work together


need to develop

coherent approaches to

and models of inter-

agency working


different approaches and

models of inter-agency

working demonstrating a

critical and comprehensive

assessment of the principles

and practices associated with

each

Examine the different

approaches and

models of inter-agency

working showing


analysis, and

demonstrating the

complexities of the

issues through a

thorough assessment of

the principles and

practices associated

with each

2. Understand the impact

of inter-agency working

on professionals working

in different sectors

2.1 Analyse the complex,

multi-professional contexts

and settings in which


professionals work


situations within which

professionals are required

to collaborate with other

workers


impact of the different

perspectives of

professionals drawn from

different sectors when

working together

Examine a variety of different

contexts in which

professionals are working

together that exemplify the

complexity and subtleties of

the relationships in a

thoughtful and insightful way

Examine

comprehensively a

variety of different

contexts in which

professionals are

working together in a


way to demonstrate an

analysis of the

complexity of the

relationships with insight

and originality

3. Understand the problems

encountered through

collaborative work

between different sectors

3.1 Analyse the tension that

can arise between the

emphases placed on

different styles of working

3.2 Evaluate the problems

that can emerge

between the strategic

and operational practice

of inter-agency working

3.3 Examine the need to

produce new patterns of

activity in inter-agency

working which can

expand professional

understanding and

change practice

Examine in detail the

potential for new patterns of

activity in inter-agency

working together that

exemplify the new possibilities

for professional practice in a


Examine

comprehensively the

potential of new

patterns of activity for

professionals to work

together in a detailed

and thoughtful way to

demonstrate an analysis

of the complexity of the

professional practice

with insight and

originality

4. Understand the conflicts

and tensions that can

arise through inter-

agency working

4.1 Analyse the nature and

type of constraints and

issues facing people from

different sectors in inter-

agency working

Analyse in detail a number of

contexts in which the nature

and complexity of the

constraints and issues facing

people from different sectors

are thoughtfully considered in

terms of their impacts on inter-

agency working

Analyse

comprehensively a

range of different

contexts in which the

nature and complexity

of the constraints and

issues facing people

from different sectors

are critically assessed in

terms of their impacts

on inter-agency working


potential effects of these

constraints on different

professionals and clients in


5. Understand the

opportunities for learning

new ways of working

across sectors

5.1 Examine the concept of

‘expansive learning’ as a

mechanism for

transforming practice

5.2 Examine different ways in

which meanings have to

be shared and

constructed across

professional boundaries

and between

professionals and clients

Examine a variety of different

inter-agency contexts in

which meanings have to be

shared and constructed

across professional

boundaries that exemplify the

complexity and subtleties of

the relationships in a


Examine

comprehensively a

variety of different inter-

agency contexts, in

which meanings have

to be shared and

constructed across

professional boundaries,

in a detailed and

thoughtful way to

demonstrate an analysis

of the complexity of the

relationships with insight

and originality

5.3 Review the concept of

‘distributed expertise’ in

relation to compact

teams and professional

networks within the

context of inter-agency

working in community

development


Social and Community Enterprise (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the nature of social and community enterprises

2. Understand the challenges and influences of managing social and community enterprises

3. Understand sources of funding, support and regulation for social and community enterprises

4. Understand the role of marketing in promoting social and community enterprises

5. Understand the social and economic factors that affect the business success of social and community

enterprises






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the nature of

social and community

enterprises

1.1 Examine the

characteristics that define

social or community

enterprise organisations

Examine some of the key

characteristics, including the

implications, assumptions,

limitations and contradictions

between definitions of social

and community enterprise

Critically examine a

range of characteristics

comprehensively,

including the

implications,

assumptions, limitations

and contradictions

between definitions of


enterprise

1.2 Critically compare

theoretical frameworks or

models of social and

community enterprise

1.3 Examine the differences in

principles and values of

commercial business

objectives with those of


enterprise

2. Understand the

challenges and

influences of managing


enterprises

2.1 Analyse the extent to

which social

entrepreneurs’

motivations and values

may influence the

management of social

and community

enterprises

Analyse in detail the impact

of the values and motivations

of social entrepreneurs in

influencing the management

of social and community

enterprises in a thoughtful

and insightful way

Analyse

comprehensively the

impact of the values

and motivations of

social entrepreneurs in

influencing the

management of social

and community

enterprises, with

thoughtfulness, insight

and originality


challenges of managing

business ethics in social

and community

enterprises

2.3 Examine ways of

achieving a balance

between and reconciling

social and commercial

objectives

3. Understand sources of

funding, support and

regulation for social and

community enterprises

3.1 Analyse the implications

of the relationship

between social and


and policy making

3.2 Critically review the

different forms of social

investment and resources

for social and community

enterprises

Critically review the different

forms of social investment

and resources and their

implications for social and

community enterprises in a


Review thoroughly the

different forms of social

investment and

resources and their

implications in an

original, thoughtful and

insightful way

3.3 Compare the

advantages,

disadvantages and

regulatory implications of

accessing and securing

different forms of funding

and support

4. Understand the role of

marketing in promoting


enterprises

4.1 Compare key marketing

frameworks, techniques

and tools that may be

beneficial to social and



social and relationship

marketing in the context

of social and community

enterprises

Examine the concept of


marketing with clear analysis

evaluating some of the


limitations and ambiguities of

the issues

Examine the concept of


marketing with excellent

analysis evaluating fully

the implications,


and ambiguities of the

issues

4.3 Review the benefits of

ethical branding for social

and community

enterprises as distinct from

more conventional forms

of branding

5. Understand the social

and economic factors

that affect the business

success of social and



types of social and

economic factors that

influence the success of


enterprise

Critically examine some the

types of social and economic

factors that influence the

success of social and

community enterprise,

evaluating their implications,

assumptions, limitations and

ambiguities

Critically and thoroughly

examine the types of

social and economic

factors that influence

the success of social

and community

enterprise, evaluating

fully their implications,


and ambiguities


governance structures

and relationships with

stakeholders are likely to

affect a social and

community enterprise’s

business success

5.3 Critically review methods

for managing and

measuring social and


performance and the

success of stakeholder

relationships

Critically review some

methods for managing and

measuring social and


performance and stakeholder

engagement in a thoughtful

and insightful way

Critically and thoroughly

review the range of

methods for managing

and measuring social

and community

enterprise performance

and stakeholder

engagement in an

original, thoughtful and

insightful way

5.4 Examine the implications

of ‘corporate social

responsibility’ in the

delivery of services or

products by social

enterprise organisations


Intercultural Dialogue and Community Engagement (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand theories and philosophies of intercultural dialogue and community engagement

2. Understand community engagement values and developments

3. Understand the barriers and challenges involved in community engagement work

4. Understand the conflicts and tensions that exist for individuals within different communities

5. Understand the relationship between Human Rights international legislation and foreign policy






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand theories and

philosophies of

intercultural dialogue

and community

engagement

1.1 Analyse the essential

characteristics of

intercultural dialogue and

its relationship to

community engagement

and global citizenship

Analyse in detail some of the

characteristics of intercultural

dialogue and its relationship

to community engagement

and global citizenship using

critical judgements and a

variety of evidence to support

conclusions

Analyse

comprehensively the

characteristics of

intercultural dialogue

and its relationship to

community

engagement and

global citizenship using


comparative research

from different contexts

to support conclusions

1.2 Critically examine theories

and philosophies about

community engagement,

empowerment and social

change

1.3 Explain the economic and

social factors which need

to be taken into account

when building sustainable

communities

Examine in detail some of

economic and social factors

involved in building

sustainable communities

demonstrating a critical and

comprehensive assessment of

the complexity of issues

Examine

comprehensively a

variety of economic

and social factors

involved in building

sustainable communities

in a detailed and

thoughtful way,

demonstrating an

analysis of the

complexities of issues

with insight and

originality

1.4 Review the benefits of

sustainable development

and urban renewal for

different types of

communities


engagement values and

developments

2.1 Analyse community

engagement values and

practice when interacting

with individuals in diverse

contexts

2.2 Critically examine key

developments and trends

in community

engagement practice

Examine in detail key

developments and trends in

community engagement

practice demonstrating the

complexity of the process in a


Examine

comprehensively the

key developments and

trends in community

engagement practice

demonstrating an

analysis of the

complexity of the

process with insight and

originality

3. Understand the barriers

and challenges involved

in community

engagement work

3.1 Critically examine

potential barriers to

intercultural dialogue and

being able to form

relationships with

individuals from diverse

backgrounds

3.2 Examine the possible

tensions and areas of

conflict that could arise

when working across

diverse communities


contexts in which tensions

and conflicts could arise

when working across diverse

communities, demonstrating


analysis of the issues

Analyse

comprehensively a

range of contexts in

which tensions and

conflicts could arise

when working across

diverse communities,

demonstrating analysis

of the complexities of

current issues with insight

and originality

3.3 Analyse the challenges of

working with different

types of statutory and

public bodies

4. Understand the conflicts

and tensions that exist for

individuals within different

communities


identity from the

theoretical perspective of

social integration and

cultural pluralism


different concepts of identity

from theoretical perspectives

of social integration and

cultural pluralism, with critical

judgement, thoughtfulness

and insight

Examine

comprehensively

different concepts of

identity from theoretical

perspectives of social

integration and cultural

pluralism, with


and originality

4.2 Explain the types of

conflicts that may exist as

a result of localised

tensions within

communities

4.3 Evaluate the effectiveness

of methods of working

together to address

potential tensions and

conflicts

4.4 Examine the implications

for individuals of conflicts

related to cultural identity

and affiliation

5. Understand the


Human Rights,

international legislation

and foreign policy


Human Rights on the

internal political culture

and national interests

within nation states

Analyse in detail a number of

contexts in which the nature

and complexity of issues

relating to Human Rights

impact on the internal

political culture of nation

states, with thoughtfulness

and insight

Analyse

comprehensively a

range of different

contexts in which the

nature and complexity

of inter-connecting

issues relating to Human

Rights impact on the

internal political culture

of nation states, with


and originality

5.2 Critically examine the role

of domestic and foreign

factors in influencing

Human Rights legislation

and foreign policy.

5.3 Critically review the issues

and dilemmas that may

arise for nation states

when implementing

Human Rights legislation


Reflective Practice in Community Development (Mandatory)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the importance of reflective practice within continued professional development

2. Understand the nature of reflective practice

3. Understand various methods used to enable reflective practice

4. Understand the cultural contexts of community development that influence professional practice

5. Understand the potential of reflective practice to improve professional practice






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:

To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:

1. Understand the

importance of reflective

practice within

continued professional

development

1.1 Analyse the key

characteristics of

reflective practice within


Critically analyse some of the

key characteristics, including

some of their implications,


ambiguities relevant to

reflective practice in CD

Critically analyse key

characteristics very

effectively, including

their implications,


and ambiguities relevant

to reflective practice in

CD

1.2 Review the evolution of

reflective practice

theories and models

relevant to learning for

professionals in


1.3 Evaluate the contribution

of reflective practice as

an important source of

personal and professional

development

Evaluate the contribution of

reflective practice effectively

to the practice of CD

professional development

with a strong awareness of

the ambiguity and limitations

of own knowledge

Evaluate the contribution


the practice of CD

professional

development, with

sustained and

independent critical

judgement and

argument,

demonstrating excellent

awareness of ambiguity

and limitations of own

knowledge


reflective practice

2.1 Distinguish between the

concepts of ‘single-loop’

and ‘double-loop’ in

learning theory

2.2 Analyse the distinction

between ‘reflection-in-

action’ and ‘reflection-on-

action’

2.3 Analyse the reasons why

the quality of reflection is

important to analysis and

conclusions about

individual and collective

experiences

Critically analyse reasons why


important, including some of

their implications,


ambiguities relevant to

reflective practice in CD

Critically analyse very

effectively reasons why


important, including their

implications,


and ambiguities relevant

to reflective practice in

CD

3. Understand various

methods used to enable

reflective practice

3.1 Review the types of tools

that are used to enable

practitioners to reflect on

practice

3.2 Evaluate the relative

contribution of reflective

writing as a means for

deeper analysis of

experiences

Evaluate the relative

contribution of reflective

writing, using a variety of

recent sources and

demonstrating critical analysis

of research

Evaluate thoroughly the

relative contribution of

reflective writing, making

use of contemporary

research/practice and


critical analysis of

research

3.3 Examine the way in which

reflective practice can

integrate theory and

practice by linking

experiences to theoretical

frameworks and relevant

research

4. Understand the cultural

contexts of community

development that

influence professional

practice


perspectives and

discourses within different


contexts that can affect

professional practice

4.2 Evaluate the limitations

and implications of

individual knowledge and

understanding

Evaluate the limitations and

implications of individual

knowledge and

understanding effectively in

relation to the practice of CD

professional development,

with critical judgement and

argument and a strong

awareness of the ambiguity


knowledge

Evaluate fully the

limitations and

implications of individual

knowledge and

understanding related to

the practice of CD

professional

development, with

sustained and

independent critical

judgement and

argument,


awareness of ambiguity


knowledge

4.3 Assess the type of sources

and resources which can

be used to contribute to

understanding complex

and dynamic situations

5. Understand the potential


improve professional

practice


between reflection,

critical thinking and

objectivity

5.2 Evaluate the potential for

reflective practice to

increase creativity and

innovation in community



proposition that reflective

practice encourages

questioning, independent

thinking and individual

autonomy

Examine the proposition with

very good analysis/definition,

directly relevant to the topic,

evaluating some of the


limitations and ambiguities of

the statement

Examine the proposition

with excellent

analysis/definition,

directly relevant to the

topic, evaluating fully

the implications,


and ambiguities of the

statement


Comparative Policy and Social Movements in Community Development (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand the key relationships and influences on policy in developed and developing countries

2. Understand the factors that are involved in the development of policy initiatives

3. Understand different models of social change

4. Understand comparative policies on welfare of different countries

5. Understand the different forms of networks and movements within international community

development






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:



that, in addition to the pass


To achieve a


evidence must show



the learner can:


relationships and

influences on policy in

developed and

developing countries

1.1 Evaluate the relationship

between developed and

developing countries and

the international balance

of power

Evaluate in detail the


developed and developing

countries demonstrating

clearly the complexities and

dynamics of the

international balance of

power

Evaluate

comprehensively the

variety of factors

involved in the


developed and

developing countries,


and evidence-based

research to support

conclusions drawn


between private and non-

governmental sectors

operating in an increasingly

international context

1.3 Analyse the implications of

increased movement of

people and globalised

economic trade


the implications of increased

movement of people and

globalised economic trade

in a thoughtful and insightful

way

Analyse

comprehensively the

complexity of issues

related to increased

movement of people

and globalisation of

economic trade, with

insight and originality

2. Understand the factors

that are involved in the

development of policy

initiatives

2.1 Analyse the drivers for

policy development

2.2 Examine the factors and

influences that impact on

policy initiatives

Examine a variety of

different factors and

influences that impact on

policy initiatives

Examine


range of factors and

influences on policy

demonstrating the

complexity of issues in a


initiatives demonstrating

an analysis of the

complexity of the issues

with insight and

originality

2.3 Analyse the likely impact of

potential operational and

delivery constraints on

policy initiatives

3. Understand different

models of social change

3.1 Review the key concepts

implicit in models of social

change


the different models of social

change demonstrating

critical and comprehensive

assessment of their

relevance to community

development

Examine the different

models of social

change showing


analysis, and

demonstrating a

thorough assessment of

their application and

relevance to

community

development theory

and practice

3.2 Evaluate social and public

policies in different contexts

using models of social

change

3.3 Examine the importance of

values of dignity, security,

sustainability and human

rights in developing

countries as part of models

of social change

4. Understand comparative

policies on welfare of

different countries

4.1 Analyse contemporary

trends and developments

in social policies and

welfare states


the contemporary trends

and development in social

policies and welfare states

demonstrating a critical

analysis of their impact on

social groups in different

countries

Analyse

comprehensively the

contemporary trends

and developments in

social policies and

welfare states, with


and originality, in

relation to their impact

on social groups in

different countries


between welfare systems

and the industrial,

economic and social

features of different

countries

4.3 Compare the roles,

principles and wealth

distribution impact of

different welfare

arrangements across

countries

5. Understand the different

forms of networks and

movements within


development

5.1 Analyse the different forms

of social networks involved

in social reform through

grass roots mobilisation

Analyse in detail the variety

of issues and problems

related to developing social

networks through grass roots

mobilisation with

thoughtfulness and insight

Analyse

comprehensively the

variety and complexity

of issues and problems

related to developing

social networks through

grassroots mobilisation

with insight and

originality

5.2 Analyse the problems

posed by involvement of

‘external agents’ within

social movements and

networks which may have

different agendas and

priorities

5.3 Evaluate the comparative

benefits of self governing

communities


Social Research Processes and Planning (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand approaches to social research in the context of community development

2. Understand different research methodologies

3. Understand how to plan community development research

4. Understand the requirements for researching a community development issue






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




the learner can:




the pass and merit


1. Understand approaches

to social research in the


development

1.1 Analyse different

approaches to research

as a means of enquiry into


issues


approaches to research as a

means of enquiry into CD

issues, with thoughtfulness and

insight into the complexities of

factors involved in different

contexts


the wide range of

different approaches to

research as a means of

enquiry into CD issues,

considering the

complexities of factors

involved in a variety of

contexts, with insight and

originality


between values and

ethics in social research

and community

development

1.3 Analyse the relevance of

social research

philosophies to research

into communities


relevance of social research

philosophies to CD,


thorough assessment of the

diversity and complexity of

the issues

Examine comprehensively

the relevance of social

research philosophies to

CD in a sustained and

thoughtful way,

demonstrating insight and

originality into the diversity

and complexity of the

issues


research methodologies

2.1 Evaluate the relative

merits of different research

methodologies for

research into community

development related

issues

Evaluate in detail the relative

merits of different research

methodologies relevant to

CD, demonstrating thoughtful

and insightful analysis of the

issues


the relative merits of

different research

methodologies relevant

to CD, demonstrating

analysis of the


with thoughtfulness,


2.2 Critically evaluate the

implications of the role of

the participant observer in

the context of ‘action

research’

2.3 Analyse different data

collection techniques

2.4 Examine the main

statistical methods for

data analysis

3. Understand how to plan


research

3.1 Define a research issue

drawn from current

literature about


practice

Define a research issue drawn

from current literature about

CD practice, referring to

relevant theories and


thorough assessment of the

complexity of addressing the

research question

Define comprehensively a

research issue drawn from

current literature about

CD practice, referring to

relevant theories and

demonstrating a

sustained and thoughtful

consideration of the

research question with


3.2 Evaluate the background

and context of the inquiry

3.3 Evaluate the implications

of any previous research

which has been

conducted into the issue

3.4 Identify appropriate

research instruments and

methods that would elicit

information relevant to

the line of inquiry

3.5 Evaluate the ethical,

social, legal and

stakeholder issues implicit

in the research plan

Evaluate in detail the ethical,

social, legal and stakeholder

issues implicit in the research

plan, demonstrating a critical

and thorough assessment of

the sensitivity and complexity

of the issues


the ethical, legal and

stakeholder issues implicit

in the research plan,

demonstrating a

sustained and thoughtful

consideration of the

sensitivity and complexity

of issues, using insight and

originality

4. Understand the

requirements for

researching a community

development issue

4.1 Explain how the research

into a community

development issue could

be undertaken

4.2 Assess the resources and

time that would be

needed to complete the

research

4.3 Examine the key factors

that would need to be

considered when

analysing findings and

outcomes

Examine in detail some of the

key factors to be considered

when analysing findings and

outcomes, showing

thoughtfulness and insight into

the complexities of factors

involved in different contexts


the key factors to be

considered when

analysing findings and

outcomes, showing

thoughtful consideration,


regarding the


involved

4.4 Examine the key

conditions for presenting

findings from research to a

community and

stakeholders


Social Theory of Community Development (Optional)

Learning Outcomes


1. Understand different frameworks and theories of ‘community’

2. Understand different approaches to the idea of communities as social constructs

3. Understand how economic and technological change can affect different communities

4. Understand the nature of the relationship between government and communities

5. Understand the relationships between people involved in community development activities






Learning Outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment Criteria



learner can:




pass criteria, the learner

can:



show that, in addition to the

pass and merit criteria, the

learner can:


frameworks and theories

of ‘community’

1.1 Critically examine

frameworks and theories

applied to ‘community’

1.2 Analyse the notion of

‘social capital’ as it

applies within theories of

‘community’

Analyse in detail different

notions of ‘social capital’

in theories of ‘community’


and a variety of evidence

to support conclusions


variety of definitions of ‘social

capital’ in theories of

‘community’ using critical

judgement and comparative

research from different

contexts to support

conclusions


approaches to the idea

of communities as social

constructs


theoretical views about

how communities are

socially constructed

2.2 Analyse the similarities and

distinctions between

different types of

communities

2.3 Analyse the various ways

in which communities may

emerge and change

Analyse in detail some of

the ways in which

communities emerge and

change, with

thoughtfulness and insight

into the complexities of

factors involved in national

and international contexts


ways in which communities

emerge and change, the


involved in national and

international contexts,

demonstrating insight and

originality

3. Understand how

economic and

technological change

can affect different

communities

3.1 Critically examine the way

in which economic

change can be a driver

for dislocation of

traditional communities

and/or formation of new

communities


globalisation and new

technologies on

traditional and non-

traditional communities

3.3 Critically review the

opportunities and threats

to social cohesion arising

from the widespread use

of new technologies

Evaluate in detail some of

the opportunities and

threats to social cohesion

from new technologies,

with thoughtfulness and

insight


the opportunities and threats

to social cohesion from new

technologies in a variety of


contexts, demonstrating



the relationship between

government and

communities

4.1 Analyse the unique

relationship between local

government and local

communities

4.2 Critically examine the key

factors that influence the

ability of local

governments to provide

support to community


Examine clearly and in

detail the complexity of

factors influencing the

ability of local

governments to support


with thoughtfulness and

insight


variety and complexity of

factors influencing the ability

of local government to

support community

development, in a range of

contexts, demonstrating


5. Understand the


people involved in


activities


between the community

development professional

and others working for

social change

Analyse in detail aspects

of the relationship

between the CD

professional and others

working for social change,

demonstrating thoughtful

and insightful

understanding of the issues


relationship between the CD

professional and others

working for social change,

demonstrating the

complexities of the issues with



ways in which ethical

issues affect these

relationships within


activities

5.3 Evaluate the potential

sources of conflict or

tension that may arise

between those involved in


activities

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