Child protection and safeguarding are everyone's responsibility. You have a duty to ensure that the health and well-being of children and young people, up to the age of 18, is safeguarded.

This course introduces the roles, responsibilities and rights when it comes to safeguarding children. You will learn about the potential indicators of child abuse, the rights of the child and the impact that a parent or carer's well-being can have on a child. By the end of the course, you will understand the steps you should take if you have concerns about a child's wellbeing.

What’s covered

• Child abuse - signs, symptoms, and indicators

• Recognising abuse

• Radicalisation and bullying

• Impact of parent or carer's health

• Impact of domestic violence

• Children's rights

• Reporting concerns and seeking advice

• Policies, procedures, and whistleblowing

• Risks associated with the internet

• Safeguarding legislation

Duration:  20 - 40 minutes approximately

Assessment: Multiple-choice questions