1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the law underpinning the welfare benefits system (sg1, sg9)
(Knowledge and Understanding)

2. Analyse and apply the law to provide solutions to problems (sg1, sg9, sg10) (Analysis, Application, Problem Solving)

3. Use appropriate sources of information and research tools (sg7, sg10, sg11) (Enquiry)

4. Describe the legal framework underpinning community care and identify both individuals' entitlements to assessment and services, and the duties and powers of local authorities in relation to community care (sg1, sg9, sg10) (Knowledge and Understanding)

5. Analyse the impact of human rights and equality legislation on community care policy, process and provision (sg7, sg9, sg10) (Analysis, Learning)

6. Articulate the principles of mental capacity law and evaluate the legal options available to those who wish to plan ahead in the event of future incapacity (sg1, sg4, sg9, sg10) (Application)

This is a distance learning award, and the Blackboard VLE will provide a structured framework for the delivery of this module

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (5 hours)
2 hours Telephone tutorials with the tutor
3 hours - Scheduled discussion boards

Guided Independent Study: (295 hours) this will be made up of:
Preparation for tasks and online discussions and seminars; Wider reading including exploring additional sources of information, (particularly web based), updating their knowledge in line with developments and changes
Reading study materials, asynchronous online seminars, interactive tasks
Preparation for and completing the assignment

Clements, L. & Thompson, P. (2011) Community Care and the Law. 5th Edition. London: Legal Action Group.
Greaves, I. (latest edition) Disability Rights Handbook, London, Disability Rights UK
Mandelstam, M. (2008) Community Care Practice and The Law 4th Edition. London: Jessica Kinglsey Publishers.
Osborne, S. (ed) (latest edition) Welfare Benefits and Tax Credits Handbook, London, Child Poverty Action Group

Case study 1500 words contributing to LO's 1, 2 & 3 (weighted 50 %)
Case study 1500 words LO’s 4,5 & 6 (weighted at 50%)

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Formative feedback will be provided within the online discussions and with the use of case study exercises

The module conforms to National Occupational Standard SFJIB20, and includes:

Legal framework and social policy relating to welfare benefits for disability and caring
Legal framework relating to the provision of community care
Entitlement to community care assessment and eligibility for community care services
Charging for services
Human rights and equality legislation in relation to community care
Mental capacity and planning ahead

PC and internet access
Access to Blackboard