Safeguarding Children and Young People in Health and Social Care Training Course

Our Safeguarding Children Course is designed to equip learners with a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within health and social care.
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Safeguarding Children and Young People in Health and Social Care Overview

Our Safeguarding Children Course is designed to equip learners with a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within health and social care. This course covers the fundamental principles of safeguarding, including recognising abuse, understanding its indicators, and addressing risks such as those associated with technology. Learners will explore the key legislation underpinning child safeguarding, such as the Children Act and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), as well as the critical roles of safeguarding partnerships and professionals.

The course also provides practical guidance on responding to suspicions or disclosures of abuse. This includes accurately recording and effectively reporting concerns to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people.
Duration
1h 30m
Number of Units
4
Accreditation
CPD certified
Course Category
Health & Social Care

Learning Outcomes

  • To gain an understanding of how to safeguard and protect children and young people in the workplace
  • To gain an understanding of how to recognise signs of abuse
  • To gain an understanding of how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused
  • To gain an understanding of the principles for online safety
  • To gain an understanding of the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse

Training Units

The course units offer practical insights and actionable knowledge, ensuring that learners feel confident in identifying risks, protecting children, and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns. With a clear structure and real-world applications, our course equips professionals with the tools they need to uphold the highest standards of care and safety.

Defining Safeguarding

10m

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts of safeguarding children and young people, outlining its significance and key principles.

  • What Do We Mean by Safeguarding Children and Young People?
  • Why Do We Safeguard Children?
  • A Child’s Rights and Needs
  • Who Is at Risk?

What is Abuse?

30m

In this unit, learners will explore the various forms of abuse, the warning signs, and the risks children face in modern environments.

  • Understanding Different Types of Abuse
  • Bullying
  • Grooming and Child Exploitation
  • Child Trafficking and Modern Slavery

Legislation, Policies & Procedures

20m

This unit focuses on the legal framework and professional responsibilities associated with safeguarding children.

  • The Children Act 1989 and 2004
  • Legislation Overview
  • The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)
  • Safeguarding Partnerships and Professionals
  • Policies and Procedures

Handling Suspected Abuse

20m

Learners will gain practical knowledge on how to handle suspected cases of abuse and the steps to take when responding to concerns.

  • Child-Centred Approach
  • Suspecting Abuse
  • Responding to a Disclosure of Abuse
  • Your Reporting and Recording Duties

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