Course in Basics of Safeguarding Children
Online USA
DURATION
3 up to 4 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* free online course
Key Summary
Introduction
Children are most susceptible to becoming victims of abuse. This short course discusses the importance of safeguarding children, the laws against sexual abuse in the UK and the principles of child protection. Discover the common types of child and sexual molestation, the signs and impacts of abuse, and preventative measures to safeguard minors. The steps to take after a referral, including risk assessment and disclosure, are also explained.
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This Free Online Course Includes:
- 3-4 Hours of Learning
- CPD Accreditation
- Final Assessment
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Curriculum
Everyone should have a measure of responsibility for the safety and well-being of children whether you are a parent or not. This course has been developed to teach you the essence of safeguarding children by explaining critical laws and guidelines pertaining to the United Kingdom, proven prevention strategies and real-life events or case studies.
In the first section, you will learn what safeguarding is, why it's so important, and what common misconceptions and facts there are regarding this subject. We also cover the history of child protection in the UK, including the investigations and events that led to the passage of laws protecting children from unsafe working environments. Then, we will review the children's protection systems in England before exploring the UK Children Act.
Safeguarding children requires an awareness of child abuse, its signs, and the harm causes. The second section focuses on child and sexual abuse. You will learn about child sexual exploitation, its effects, and preventative measures. Finally, we discuss what steps to take once abuse has been uncovered including responding to disclosures, steps after a referral, and recordkeeping. This course provides valuable insight into the complex topic of safeguarding children. Sign-up today and start learning.
Module 1
Protecting Children
This module will provide you with an overview of safeguarding children. You will also explore the history of child protection in the UK. Then, you will learn about child and sexual abuse, the signs and effects and how to keep children safe. Also, you will learn what to do after receiving a referral to social services and how to handle disclosures.
Module 2
Course assessment
Program Outcome
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
- Recall some myths and truths about safeguarding children
- Discuss the importance of safeguarding training
- Explain the UK's Children Act and the child protection system in England
- List various types of child abuse
- Identify the signs and impact of sexual abuse on children
- Outline the steps to take after an abused child has been referred to childcare services
- Summarise what to do when a child discloses abuse to you
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