What is CAS Not?

It is important that the spirit of CAS be considered at all times. Generally, CAS is not taking place when you are in a passive rather than an active role. There should be interaction. If you are in a passive role then the activity will provide you with no meaningful benefit. In such circumstances achievement of the CAS Learning Outcomes is rare to occur. Examples of activities that may be inappropriate for CAS include:

• Doing simple, tedious and repetitive work like handing out brochures, selling tickets to an event, or asking people in the street for donations.

• A passive pursuit, such as a visit to a museum, the theatre, art exhibition, concert or sports event.

• All forms of duty within the family.

• Religious devotion.

• Work experience that only benefits you.

• Fundraising with no clearly defined end in sight.

• A service activity where there is no leader or responsible adult on site to evaluate and confirm your performance.

• Activities that cause division amongst different groups in the community.

• An activity for which you are personally rewarded either financially or with some other benefit (unless this benefit is passed on in full to a worthy cause).