Support participation in learning and development activities

Unit aim

This unit is aimed at those working in a wide range of settings. It provides the learner with the knowledge and skills required to support individuals to take part in a range of learning or development activities.

Outcome 1 Understand the factors to take into account when supporting individuals to take part in activities for learning and development

1. identify different reasons why individuals may take part in activities for learning or development

2. describe the benefits of different activities for learning or development in which individuals may take part

3. describe possible barriers to individuals engaging in learning or development activities

4. explain why active participation is important when supporting individuals in learning or development activities

5. explain how aspects of an environment may affect individuals' ability to engage in a learning or development activity.

Outcome 2 Support individuals to prepare for taking part in learning and development activities

1. support an individual to make informed decisions about their participation in a learning or development activity

2. work with the individual and others to agree roles and responsibilities for supporting a learning or development activity

3. support the individual before a learning or development activity to minimise any barriers to their participation.

Outcome 3 Contribute to preparing the environment and resources for learning and development activities

1. identify risks or difficulties that may be associated with the environment, equipment or materials used in a learning or development activity

2. contribute to preparing the environment, equipment and materials to minimise any risks and maximise the individual's engagement with the activity.

Outcome 4 Support individuals to take part in learning and development activities

1. describe different ways of supporting the individual to take part in learning or development activities

2. provide the agreed type and level of support to enable the individual to engage with an activity

3. adapt support to reflect changing needs, wishes, achievements or levels of participation

4. explain what action to take if the individual becomes distressed or feels unable to continue

5. provide encouragement, reassurance and constructive feedback to the individual to support participation in the activity

6. complete required records about the learning or development activity.

Outcome 5 Contribute to the evaluation of learning or development activities

1. describe what factors should be considered when evaluating whether a learning or development activity has been successful for the individual

2. support the individual to provide feedback on the activity and the support provided

3. work with the individual and others to evaluate the learning or development activity

4. work with the individual and others to agree and make changes to a learning or development activity or the support provided.