Introduction to British Values Award Entry Level – P00662

This course is a short qualification that introduces students to the principles of British Values including; democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and the mutual respect for and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs and for those without faith.

This is a supported online learning course which is all year (50 weeks of the year including non-term times). You will work in our IT workshop and study the units that make up this award, which could be one whole day or split over a few days. The course is designed so the days and times suit your personal commitments, and the learning is taken at your own pace where you will complete the assessment once you feel ready.

Year 1

This course is designed to give you a better understanding about the meaning of democracy in relation to British Values.

Some of the topics covered include:

1) The House of Commons
2) The House of Lords
3) The Monarch
4) The Parliament
5) How a government is formed
6) People in history who have fought for democracy
7) Different ways in which individuals can participate in democracy

There are no formal entry requirements, however, a reasonable level of literacy is expected i.e. you can write and speak to make yourself understood. It would be useful to be able to use a keyboard, although support is available.

If you have any concerns regarding your literacy level or IT skills, please contact us.

You will complete short mock tests following completion of the learning for each unit and when you feel confident after a discussion with the tutor, you will then complete a multiple choice online exam.

Tuition fees

Total Fees: £0.00

Additional Costs

You will not be required to pay a fee for this course if you are in receipt of one of the following benefits:

Universal Credit

JSA or ESA (Employment and Support Allowance Work Related Action Group)
low waged.

Evidence of benefits will be required on the application.

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On completion of this award, your tutor will be able to provide advice and guidance on other online or distance learning courses, or classroom-based programmes. This qualification will support you to gain employment by improving your confidence and skill set.

For more detailed advice and guidance about future steps, you can make an appointment with one of our qualified careers advisers who can support you to find the most suitable career path for you and to make the most of your skills and qualifications.

Apply online via the College website. You will be contacted to attend an interview if required, or you will be sent a conditional offer according to the entry requirements of the course. You will then be invited in to enrol for your chosen course.

For applications via JCP, please let your Work Coach know. Subject to individual eligibility and type of benefit, the vast majority of courses are FREE to people in receipt of an employment-related benefit JSA, Universal Credit or ESA (Employment and Support Allowance).