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Basics of Safeguarding Children
time3-4hrs
timeIntermediate Level
Children are most susceptible to becoming victims of abuse. This short course discusses the importance of safeguarding children, the laws against sexual abuse in the UK and the principles of child protection. Discover the common types of child and sexual molestation, the signs and impacts of abuse, and preventative measures to safeguard minors. The steps to take after a referral, including risk assessment and disclosure, are also explained.
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Basics of Safeguarding Children
Learn important strategies to protect children from various forms of abuse with this free online course.
Children are most susceptible to becoming victims of abuse. This short course discusses the importance of safeguarding children, the laws against sexual abuse in the UK and the principles of child protection. Discover the common types of child and sexual molestation, the signs and impacts of abuse, and preventative measures to safeguard minors. The steps to take after a referral, including risk assessment and disclosure, are also explained.
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Module 1
5 Lessons
Protecting Children
This module will provide you with an overview of safeguarding children. You will also explore the history of child protection in the UK. Then, you will learn about child and sexual abuse, the signs and effects and how to keep children safe. Also, you will learn what to do after receiving a referral to social services and how to handle disclosures.
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1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Safeguarding Laws and Policies
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3.Child and Sexual Abuse
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4.Safeguarding Assessments
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5.Lesson Summary
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