Safeguarding Children Practice Level 3

Children interact with adults in a wide range of settings and organisations. There are millions of children who live, work and play in environments where adults provide and facilitate education, leisure, support and care. The term environment includes a wide range of familiar institutions such as schools, colleges, hospitals, care homes, youth organisations and, of course, the family home.

Learning Outcomes

After studying this course and successfully completing the assessment you will be able to:

Understand the legal definition and status of 'the child'

Understand the concepts of 'child vulnerability', 'child protection' and 'significant harm' in order to recognise the signs of vulnerability and gain an appreciation of child protection issues

Define abuse and bullying and be aware of the signs and symptoms that indicate the four main forms of abuse

Explore the current legislation, guidance and policies that exist to protect children's safety and well-being in a range of environments

Identify both organisational and personal roles and responsibilities in relation to child protection procedures, including disclosure, recording and referral