Introduction to the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy

Outcome 1 Understand the principles of Independent Advocacy

Assessment criteria

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the principles of independent advocacy

1.2 Describe the circumstances which may lead to an individual accessing independent advocacy

1.3 Identify people independent advocacy supports

1.4 Describe independent advocacy models

Range

Principles:  e.g. outlined within the Advocacy Charter (e.g. independence, inclusion, client focused, empowerment, choice)

Circumstances: oppression, communication issues, lack of information, discrimination, social exclusion, mental health needs

People: e.g. learning disabilities, mental health conditions, older people, young people

Models: e.g. Citizen Advocacy, issue based, group/collective, statutory, self