Safeguarding Children and Young People

Safeguarding Children & Young People
Code: DWOT2C64S
Level: 2,
Type: Distance Learning

Aim of course
This course is ideal for those who work in an environment where there is direct contact with children. This includes youth workers, care workers, local authority staff, school support staff and voluntary workers.

What will the course involve?
The learner will need to undertake an initial induction and assessment to ensure their suitability for this mode of delivery. Once enrolled, the learner will work through the learning materials and complete the necessary assessments. Advice and guidance is available at any time from a qualified assessor.

Course Content
The course will cover the following areas:Unit 1: Explore and understand roles in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleBackground to safeguarding children and young peopleProviding a safe and healthy environmentDanger, harm and abuseRecognising danger, harm and abuseResponding to and reporting abuse and harmUnit 2: Understand legislation and policies which safeguard children and young peopleKey legislation and policyLegislation in practiceUsing the Common Assessment FrameworkUnit 3: Develop personal skills to contribute to the safeguarding of children and young peopleProtecting the rights of children and young peopleWorking with parents and carersRaising awareness of safeguarding children and young people

What can I do afterwards?
Access to a range of other Distance Learning programmes including NVQ's

Fees £0 to £20 (Subject to terms and conditions)

Key Facts
Code: DWOT2C64S
Level: 2
Duration: Completion within 6 months
Type: Distance Learning
Awarding Body: NCFE
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