SYLLABUS 1 CAFS Flashcards
What is Module Focus 1.
Becoming a parent or carer
Key Concept 1
Types of parents & carers
Key Concept 1. Types of parents & carers
Hint - 3 dot point. Tip - acronym (FASS) for second dot point
Biological parents
Social parents
– adoption
– fostering
– step-parenting
– surrogacy
Carers
– primary
– informal and formal
Key Concept 2.
Roles of parents and carers
Key Concept 2. Roles of parents and carers
Hint - 3 dot point
Satisfying the specific needs
Building a positive relationship
Promoting wellbeing
Key Concept 3.
Preparations for becoming a parent/carer
Key Concept 3. Preparations for becoming a parent/carer
Hint - 4 dot point
Changing health behaviours
Enhancing knowledge and skills
Modifying the physical environment
Organising finances
What is Module Focus 2.
Factors affecting the roles of parents and carers
Key Concept 4.
Characteristics of the dependant
Key Concept 4. Characteristics of the dependant
Hint - 3 dot point. Tip - acronym (ASS).
Age
Skills/capabilities
Special needs, eg illness & disability
Key Concept 5.
Influences on the parent/carer
Key Concept 5. Influences on the parent/carer
Hint - 2 dot point . Tip - acronyms (COMPRESS & MCG)
Personal (COMPRESS)
– culture, customs and tradition
– religion/spirituality
– education
– previous experience
– own upbringing
– multiple commitments, eg work,study, sport, family
– socioeconomic status
– special needs, eg illness, disability
Social (MCG)
– community attitudes
– gender expectations
– media stereotypes
Key Concept 6
Styles of parenting/caring
Key Concept 6. Styles of parenting/caring
Hint - 4 dot point
Authoritarian
Democratic
Permissive / Indulgent
Negligent
Key Concept 7.
Rights and Responsibilities of Parents/Carers