Understanding Advocacy - OCN Level 2

This course aims to help us understand the basic principles and the process of advocacy whether it is for advocating for yourself or acting as an advocate. The course will look at the effect of disempowering experiences on an individual’s life and the positive impact the advocacy process can have for individual’s and for staff. You will learn the communication and assertiveness skills required to be a good advocate and what types of support individuals need to express themselves. A good relationship in the advocacy process is key so you will learn how to develop an advocacy partnership, know how it differs from other relationships and how to recognise and manage conflict situations. (Duration of course: 3 days plus a taster session) Completion of this course is equivalent to a GCSE grade B,