| 1 | Understand the importance of differentiating between the individual and the disability | 1.1 | Explain the importance of recognising the centrality of the individual rather than the disability |
| 1.2 | Explain the importance of an assessment being person centred |
| 1.3 | Compare the difference in outcomes that may occur between focusing on an individual’s strengths and aspirations rather than their needs only |
| 2 | Understand the concept of physical disability | 2.1 | Define the term physical disability |
| 2.2 | Describe the following terminology used in relation to physical disability: • congenital • acquired • neurological |
| 2.3 | Compare a congenital disability with a neurological disability, including causes |
| 2.4 | Explain the emotional impact of a progressive disability on the individual |
| 2.5 | Compare the different impacts on individuals that congenital and progressive disabilities can have |
| 3 | Understand the impact of living with a physical disability within society | 3.1 | Describe environmental and social barriers that can have a disabling effect on an individual with a physical disability |
| 3.2 | Analyse the socio-economic effects of physical disability on an individual |
| 3.3 | Explain the changes that have occurred in society as a result of Disability legislation |
| 3.4 | Analyse the extent of improvements for the individual as a result of Disability legislation |
| 3.5 | Explain the effects of physical disability on an individual’s life choices |
| 3.6 | Explain how attitudes either promote a positive or negative perception of disability |
| 4 | Understand the importance of promoting inclusion and independence | 4.1 | Explain the importance of independence and inclusion for individuals with physical disabilities |
| 4.2 | Analyse ways that inclusion and independence can be promoted |
| 4.3 | Explain the importance of the individual having control of choices and decisions |
| 4.4 | Analyse the importance of positive risk-taking for the individual with physical disabilities |
| 4.5 | Explain how to encourage the individual to take positive risks while maintaining safety |
| 4.6 | Explain strategies you may use to challenge stereotypes, prejudicial or discriminatory attitudes |