Child Abuse and Safeguarding Awareness Training

The Child Abuse and Safeguarding Awareness Training course is designed to provide those who work with children with practical knowledge and skills to protect their welfare and take action in the case of a safeguarding emergency. It explores the challenges of safeguarding, legal responsibilities, safeguarding laws, policies and legislation, as well as the impact of abuse in detail.

Through this expert training program, you’ll deepen your understanding of what actions constitute child abuse and neglect, with step-by-step guidance on how to identify abuse and report your safeguarding concerns. You’ll also gain in-depth knowledge of child development, taking a look at the domestic, social and emotional factors that impact development.

We’ve taken this comprehensive professional diploma in safeguarding children and broken it down into several manageable modules which we believe will assist you to easily grasp each concept – from the fundamentals to the most advanced aspects of the course. This qualification is ideal for those who work with children such as teachers and social workers.

• Accredited by CPD
• Instant e-certificate
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Developed by qualified safeguarding professionals

• Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
• 24/7 Learning Assistance
• Discounts on bulk purchases

Who should take the course

This Safeguarding Children training course is suitable for anyone who works with or cares for children, including the following professions:

• Teaching
• Child Social Work
• Childminding
• Paediatric Nursing

Certification

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate excellent understanding of the Child Protection System in England
• Understand the key principles of the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2003, and other key legislation
• Identify the stages of social and emotional development in children
• Discuss the different types of abuse, as well as who is at risk, and why
• Recognise the signs of abuse and know how to provide support to an abused child
• Explain the impact of neglect, domestic abuse, physical abuse and sexual abuse
• List the factors that may increase risk, and assess if a child is at risk of harm
• Respond to disclosure and take appropriate action, to fulfil their duty of care

Assessment

Accreditation

All of our courses are fully accredited. The content of the Child Abuse and Safeguarding Awareness Trainingcourse is certified by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to the continuous professional development principles. This course provides you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helps you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Course Curriculum

• Module 01: Laws and Guidance
• In module one, we will explore key laws and legislation surrounding child abuse and neglect, taking an in-depth look at the Child Protection System in England. It also covers what to do if you suspect a child is being abused.
• Module 02: Social and Emotional Development
• In module two, we will learn about the general stages of social development, emotional development, attachment and bonding in children. We will take a look at family and outside factors that affect development, as well as the key principles for supporting development.
• Module 03: Personality and Intellectual Development of Children
• In module three, we will broaden our understanding of brain development and personality development, exploring different ages in childhood. We will learn from a psychoanalytical point of view, familiarising with the common types of personalities of children.
• Module 04: Child Abuse
• In module four, we will learn the definition of child abuse, taking a look at who is at risk and why.  It also goes into great detail about the different types of abuse, including neglect, bullying and child trafficking.
• Module 05: Sexual Abuse
• In module five, we will explore various forms of sexual abuse, from child sexual exploitation to sexual abuse online. It discusses the signs and impact of sexual abuse, common patterns of abuse, and how to provide support to an abused child.
• Module 06: The Impact of Domestic Violence and Abuse on Children
• In module six, we will learn about the types of domestic violence, as well as who is at risk of domestic violence and why. It also covers your legal responsibilities when working with abused children.
• Module 07: Risks and Risk Assessment
• In module seven, we will explore the factors that may increase the risk of abuse, with guidance on how to conduct a single assessment and identify if a child is at risk or not.
• Module 08: Responding to Disclosure and Reporting
• In module eight, we will deepen our understanding of fulfilling “duty of care” and our legal requirements when working with children. It explores how to take action if a child discloses and why children often don’t disclose.
• Module 09: Things to Do after Referral
• In this final module, we will learn about the referral process and what happens after a referral. It also explores what to do if you disagree with social care’s decision, as well as child protection planning.