Safeguarding Children Online
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In our online safeguarding course you will explore the crucial aspects of digital safeguarding, offering you the strategies and insights required to ensure that children can thrive online.
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All about this Safeguarding Children Online Course
In our online safeguarding course students will explore the crucial aspects of digital safeguarding, offering the strategies and insights required to ensure that children can thrive online. This course addresses the blend of opportunities and risks presented by the digital world.
Students will learn about the various online threats children face such as cyber bullying, online exploitation and exposure to inappropriate content, the course guides students through recognizing these risks and implementing preventative measures. Students will learn about legal and ethical frameworks and the role of key stake holders as well as the importance of professional collaboration.
We will cover the role of adults in modelling positive digital habits, digital literacy and responsible online behavior. Students will explore internet safety education, parental controls and monitoring and the best practices for internet safety. We will cover scam and fraud awareness and safe online resources and gaming safety.
The course will cover digital citizenship and education, students will learn how to recognize and manage online risks. Students will learn the practical steps for safe online interactions with a step by step guide for setting up safe social media and messaging platforms and balancing screen time and off line activities.
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 3 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 3 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
- Fully CPD registered
- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Fully printed certificate posted next day
- Complete the online multiple choice assessment as many times as you need to pass
Units covered on this course
Understanding online risks for children
In the first unit students will examine children’s online behavioral patterns, the common risks and threats and the impact of online exposure. We will cover the UK specific legal and ethical guidelines for protecting children. Students will learn about safeguarding best practice and the role of parents educators and society.
Digital literacy and responsible online behaviour
In the second unit students we will examine the role of adults in modelling positive digital habits and creating an open environment for dialogue about online experiences. Students will look at age appropriate methods to instill a sense of digital responsibility in children.
Internet safety measures and tools
This unit looks at the fundamentals of internet safety, outlining the common risks children face online and the psychological impact these can have. This unit stands as an informative guide for anyone committed to ensuring the digital well-being of children.
Creating a safe online environment for children
In the final unit we will look at the complex approach required to safeguard our youngest digital citizens. Students will learn about the latest strategies, best practices and resources underpinned by legislation and guidelines specific to the UK.
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Established in 1996, the CPD certification Service work with a variety of colleges, universities and training providers to uphold quality provision in professional development. All of our courses are fully CPD Certified through the largest organisation for continuous professional development in the UK - the CPD Certification Service. This means that each course is thoroughly checked to meet exacting standards and ensures that CPD points are awarded upon completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this course and others that we offer. If you still have any questions, simply contact our course advisors on 0800 077 3063 or email hello@cpdonline.co.uk.
How long does it take to complete this course?
This course takes a few hours to complete and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can buy the course and start at any time. You can also begin your learning, stop and come back to the course to pick up where you left off.
Is this Safeguarding Children Online course accredited?
Yes the course is fully accredited through the CPD Certification Service. They review all of our content to check for quality, depth and that the material is fully up-to-date. Each year our membership with the service is renewed and all courses are thoroughly checked prior to being accredited.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. We also then send a fully printed copy to you by first class post.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate after finishing this course lasts for 2 years until expiry which is when we recommend completing the training again. Some industries may require an update to CPD more frequently than this and others may not but, as a standard rule, we recommend completing the Safeguarding Children Online course every 2 years to ensure it is fresh in your mind and you understanding the latest regulations.
What are the benefits of studying this course online?
By completing this course online you can study in your own time and at your own pace. Having the ability to complete the units at a time to suit you engages your learning much more and enables you to interact and soak up the information easier.
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