What you will learn

• Identify what is meant by child abuse and keeping children safe
• Describe the different types, signs and indicators of abuse and neglect
• Understand what the process is for reporting your concerns and recording your observations.
• Ensure a safe environment for the children under care and supervision
• Correctly report any child safeguarding concerns to child care services
• Know what constitutes abuse and neglect and how to respond to a disclosure
• Understand your legal responsibilities when caring for children and young people
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles of The Children Act 1989
• Recognize signs of physical and mental abuse in children and young people
• Have an understanding of safeguarding legislation
• Be able to recognise potential indicators of abuse for children
• Know what action to take if there is a safeguarding concern or allegation
• Gain a person-centred approach in child protection and safeguarding.

Is this course for you?

This course is ideal for those who work in or aspire to work in the following professions:

• Teacher/Teaching Assistant
• Childminder
• Social Worker
• Pediatric nurse
• Children Youth Worker
• Any professional that is responsible for supervising and caring for children

Why Choose This Child Protection and Safeguarding course?

• Conducted by industry experts
• Get Instant E-certificate
• Fully online, interactive Text course
• Developed by qualified professionals
• Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
• Tutor Support

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, an instant e-certificate will be generated free of charge. The digital version of the course transcript is available for £2.99. We can post the printed copy of the certificate and the transcript to your address. A delivery charge of £4.99 (UK) & £12.99 (Outside the UK) is applied to this service.