Unit 324 Support children and young people during

transitions in their lives Level: 3 Credit value: 4 NDAQ number: D/601/8325

Outcome 1 Understand the range and impact of transitions

that children and young people may experience

1.1 explain the different types of transitions that children and young people may experience

1.2 explain patterns of transition from childhood to adulthood

1.3 explain how different types of transitions may affect a child or young person

1.4 explain how a child or young person’s approach to transitions may be affected by their:

a) culture

b) religion

c) personal beliefs

d) gender

e) stage of development

f) previous experiences

1.5 explain how transitions may affect children and young people most at risk of exclusion or

underachievement

1.6 explain why children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs may need additional support to manage transitions.

Outcome 2 Recognise and respond to transitions in children

and young people’s lives

2.1 explain with examples the signs and indications that a child or young person is experiencing a

transition in their life

2.2 provide opportunities for children and young people to explore and discuss significant events and experiences that may impact on them

2.3 identify signs of concern or distress in children or young people which may relate to a

transitional experience

2.4 recognise and take account of any signs of change in the attitude and behaviour of individual children or young people

2.5 share information and concerns about children or young people with the appropriate person or agency according to the procedures of the setting.

Outcome 3 Work with others to plan integrated support for

children and young people going through transitions

3.1 explain the support available for children and young people going through transitions

3.2 explain the legal frameworks, organisational procedures, and referral routes to ensure

integrated working for children and young people going through transition

3.3 use knowledge of individual children and young people to contribute to planning how to

support them in managing transition

3.4 comply with legal, organisational and ethical requirements relating to the exchange of

information

3.5 demonstrate respect for the role and expertise of other professionals in planning support for children and young people going through transitions.

Outcome 4 Support children and young people to manage

transitions in their lives

4.1 work within the boundaries and protocols that govern own role in supporting children or young people through transitions

4.2 demonstrate ways of supporting children and young people to manage transitions in their lives

4.3 provide support in a timely way to help children and young people to manage transitions and reach positive outcomes

4.4 support children and young people to recognise and build on their strengths to manage change positively

4.5 provide opportunities for children and young people to discuss the effects and results of

transition

4.6 explain when and how to refer children and young people to others within the setting or in other agencies should further support be necessary