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Free OCN course

Free OCN course

‘Understanding the principles of self-advocacy’ – OCN award Level Two

Course purpose and aim(s):

This free OCN accredited course will enable the learner to understand different types of advocacy, the advocacy relationship and how it may be used to resolve conflict.

You will also learn communication and assertive skills that are key to good advocacy,   alongside the type of support people need to empower themselves. You will also gain an understanding of  safeguarding and the advocacy process.

As part of the course you will attend four live group sessions, two each week over the two week period, these sessions will be delivered online. The live sessions will be on a Monday & Tuesday 9:30am to 4pm.

Within each live session, you will take part in a range of activities, which will help you reflect critically on your existing knowledge and build on the materials within the course.  You will be able to apply your understanding in group discussions and case studies.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understanding the principles of advocacy and the advocacy process
  • Understanding self- advocacy and the potential barriers to self-advocacy.
  • Understand disempowerment and how it may impact on the advocacy process
  • Understand the advocacy relationship
  • Understand conflict and conflict resolution tools
  • Assessment requirements

On successfully completing the course and submitting your course workbook, you will gain a Level Two Award.

Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone 18 or over, with an interest in advocacy. This course may lead to volunteering opportunities.

2024 Course Start Dates*:

Monday 8th April

Monday 10th June

The course runs over 2 weeks with four live online sessions each Monday and Tuesday.