What should I focus on for OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support?

Use the correct terminology: 'vulnerability factors' not 'reasons why people become terrorists'.

What should I focus on for OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (2)

When describing roles, specify the hierarchy from local to institutional level.

What should I focus on for OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (3)

Remember that the Prevent duty is about safeguarding, not criminalisation.

What should I focus on for OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (4)

For assessment, provide clear, concise definitions and examples.

What should I focus on for OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (5)

When explaining the Prevent duty, always link it to the concept of safeguarding and the idea of 'due regard' – this shows deeper understanding beyond a simple definition.

What are common mistakes in OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support?

Assuming radicalisation is always linked to religious ideology.

What are common mistakes in OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (2)

Conflating the Prevent duty with general crime prevention.

What are common mistakes in OCN London Other Life Skills Qualification Learning Support? (3)

Overlooking online radicalisation as a significant factor.

Learning Support

OCN London

Vocational

Specification: 601/9031/0

This subject will help you develop key knowledge and skills required for exam success.

Topics

Objectives

Exam Tips

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Key Features

Master key concepts
Develop exam technique
Apply knowledge effectively

What Gets Top Grades

Distinction / Top Band

Knowledge & Understanding

Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge

Uses correct subject-specific terminology
Shows detailed understanding of concepts
Makes accurate connections between topics
Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge

Application

Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts

Selects relevant knowledge for the question
Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
Uses examples appropriately
Shows awareness of context

Analysis & Evaluation

Develops sophisticated analytical arguments

Constructs logical chains of reasoning
Considers multiple perspectives
Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
Acknowledges limitations and nuances

Key Command Words

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State

1 mark

Give a single fact or term

Identify

1 mark

Name, select, or recognise

Outline

2 marks

Set out main features briefly

Describe

2-4 marks

Give an account of what something is like or what happens

Explain

3-6 marks

Give reasons with developed cause→effect chains

Compare

2-4 marks

State similarities AND differences (both required)

Analyse

6-9 marks

Examine in detail showing cause→effect→consequence chains

Evaluate

6-12 marks

Weigh up BOTH sides, reach JUSTIFIED conclusion

Assess

6-12 marks

Make judgments about importance with justification

Calculate

2-4 marks

Show formula→substitution→calculation→answer with units

Common Exam Mistakes

Pitfalls to avoid in your exams

•Assuming radicalisation is always linked to religious ideology.
•Conflating the Prevent duty with general crime prevention.
•Overlooking online radicalisation as a significant factor.
•Believing that referrals can only be made by police.
•Confusing the Prevent duty with general counter-terrorism policing or assuming it only involves reporting people to the police, rather than recognising its safeguarding and supportive element.
•Believing that the Prevent duty is solely the responsibility of security services and not understanding the role of frontline staff in education, health, or social care.
•Listing factors that increase vulnerability without explaining how they might actually lead to radicalisation, such as simply saying 'poverty' without connecting it to a sense of grievance or susceptibility to extremist messaging.
•Assuming that only certain religions or ethnic groups are targeted, showing a lack of awareness that extremism can arise from any ideology and that vulnerability is about personal circumstances, not identity.

Top Examiner Tips

Expert advice for exam success

•Use the correct terminology: 'vulnerability factors' not 'reasons why people become terrorists'.
•When describing roles, specify the hierarchy from local to institutional level.
•Remember that the Prevent duty is about safeguarding, not criminalisation.
•For assessment, provide clear, concise definitions and examples.
•When explaining the Prevent duty, always link it to the concept of safeguarding and the idea of 'due regard' – this shows deeper understanding beyond a simple definition.
•Use specific job titles or roles when discussing key people (e.g., 'Prevent lead', 'Channel coordinator') and describe what they actually do in practice, not just their title.
•For vulnerability factors, structure your answer by grouping them into personal, social, and environmental categories (e.g., personal: mental health struggles; social: peer pressure; environmental: online propaganda) and give a clear example for each.
•Don't just list factors – for higher marks, briefly explain how each factor increases risk, even with a simple 'because...' statement (e.g., 'feeling isolated can make someone more open to extremist groups because they offer a sense of belonging').

Specification Topics

2 topics

OCNLR Level 1 Award in Prevent Duty Awareness

The Prevent duty is a legal obligation under the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 for specified authorities to prevent radicalisation and extremism. It involves identifying individuals at risk, understanding the factors that lead to terrorism, and providing appropriate support through mechanisms like the Channel programme. This topic builds foundational awareness to help learners recognise and respond to potential safeguarding concerns in their communities.

Prevent Duty Awareness

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OCNLR Entry Level Award in Prevent Duty Awareness (Entry 3)

This element introduces learners to the Prevent duty, a legal requirement for specified authorities to have due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism. It explores what the duty means in practice, identifies key individuals and agencies responsible for its implementation, and examines personal and social factors that may increase an individual's vulnerability to radicalisation. Understanding these fundamentals supports safeguarding and promotes a proactive approach to early intervention.

Prevent Duty Awareness

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