Highfield E-Learning Safeguarding Children Course
This course introduces the roles, responsibilities and rights when it comes to safeguarding children. You will learn to recognise potential indicators of child abuse, understand the impact a parent or carer’s physical and mental health can have on a child, and understand the rights of the child when it comes to safeguarding.
You will learn the actions you should take if you have concerns for a child’s well being, the support available, and begin to understand the basic principles of safeguarding legislation.
Who is this course aimed at?
The course is ideal for anyone who has responsibility for looking after, or caring for, children and young people. It may be particularly useful for child minders, nursery staff, teachers and teaching assistants.
What topics will it cover?
- Recognise the potential indicators of child abuse – physical, emotional, sexual and neglect, including radicalisation, child trafficking and female genital mutilation
- Understand the impact a parent or carer’s physical and mental health can have on the wellbeing of a child or young person, including the impact of domestic violence
- Understand the importance of a child’s rights in the safeguarding/child protection context
- Know what action to take if you have concerns, including to whom you should report your concerns and seek advice
- Demonstrate an understanding of the risks associated with the internet and social networking
- Understand the basic knowledge of legislation
How long will the course take?
The course will take 20 to 40 minutes.
We will provide you with the link you need to take the course upon booking and payment.
Will I receive a certificate?
Learners will receive a Highfield E-Learning completion certificate, which is downloadable upon successfully finishing the course.
What books will I need?
No books are required.
How much will it cost?
£10+VAT per candidate.
How do I book this course?
Contact us directly if you’re interested in this course. We can then process your booking, take your payment and provide you with the link to the online course.