Safeguarding and Child Protection
Advanced Course

Course Information

This CPD-Certified, accredited, online level 2 course has been created in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), building on level 1.
Essential knowledge for anyone who works with children. (Re-take every year: Best practice for education sector)

Who is this course for?

The Safeguarding and Child Protection Advanced Course (Online Level 2) is for anyone who 'works with' children in their place of employment or volunteering, including teaching staff, teaching assistants, schools & colleges, doctors, nurses - schools, NHS, clubs, care homes, youth sports programmes, broadcasting, television and film, and any other organisation that works with children.

Course Outline

Introduction and welcome

Session 1 of 4
Context
Significant harm
Abusive behaviour
Safeguarding

Session 2 of 4
Recognising Abuse
Reporting Referrals (Section 47)
Consent
Vulnerability

Session 3 of 4
The law - scope and responsibilities
Multi-agency approach
Policies and Procedures
DBS checks

Session 4 of 4
Designated Safeguarding Lead explained
Where you go from here

Useful Contacts
Useful books links contacts

Test and Certificate
Short multi-choice test, CPD-Certified certificate awarded

Aims and Objectives

To enable you to:

• Know what to do if you believe that a child is at risk

• Understand your role in relation to safeguarding and child protection

• Devise safeguarding and child protection strategies

• Understand the framework for safeguarding children

• Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work together on the processes for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Have an opportunity to explore potential conflicts and professional dilemmas

All staff should be aware of the process for making referrals to children’s social care and for statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989, especially section 17 (children in need) and section 47 (a child suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm) that may follow a referral, along with the role they might be expected to play in such assessments.

(Keeping children safe in education - KCSIE © Crown Copyright)

Employers are responsible for ensuring that their staff are competent to carry out their responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and creating an environment where staff feel able to raise concerns and feel supported in their safeguarding role.

(Working together to safeguard children © Crown Copyright)

*Questions & Answers

1. Question: Can I sign up for instant access to the course?
   Answer: Yes, you can pay by card or PayPal.
   
   
2. Question: How long will the course take to complete?
   Answer: The course duration is approximately two hours.
   
   
3. Question: Is this course accredited?
   Answer: Yes, it is CPD-Certified.
   
   
4. Question: Can I take this course any time of day?
   Answer: Yes, it is an online course, it can be completed online 24/7.
   
   
5. Question: How do I get my certificate?
   Answer: Your certificate will automatically be emailed to you at the end of the course.
   
   
6. Question: How long is my certificate valid?
   Answer: The certificate is valid for two years (KCSIE, within the education sector).
   
   
7. Question: Does the course refer to KCSIE and Working Together to Safeguard Children?
   Answer: Yes, it covers all required knowledge for KCSIE and Working Together to Safeguard Children
   
   
8. Question: How long can I access the course?
   Answer: You have three months from the time of purchase to complete your course and periodically log in to review the content to refresh your memory
   
   
9. Question: Do I need access to the Internet to take this course?
   Answer: Yes, to take the course, your computer needs to be connected to the Internet.
   
   
10. Question: Can I take this course on my phone or laptop computer?
    Answer: Yes, you can take this course on your phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer, as long as it is connected to the internet.