Safeguarding Children Level 1
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Everyone who works with children and young people have a responsibility for their welfare. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and this course is suitable for those new to a role working with children.
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All about this Safeguarding Children Level 1 Course
This Safeguarding Children Level 1 course provides the training needs for people who are new to roles working with children. More experienced professionals may find taking the Safeguarding Children Level 2 or Level 3 training more suitable.
You will explore the different types of abuse that children may encounter and the signs and symptoms of each. You will look at the different risk factors that increase the likelihood of abuse or neglect occurring, including short term and long-term risk factors.
You will explore how you can recognise the signs of abuse and understand the appropriate steps to take when faced with a safeguarding concern. You will also cover how you can record concerns and disclosure.
By the end of the course, you should have the knowledge needed to be able to recognise and report safeguarding concerns within your workplace and be able to follow the correct procedures when working with potentially vulnerable children and young people.
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 2 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 2 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
- Fully CPD registered
- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Suitable for those new to roles working with children
- 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
Introduction to Safeguarding Children
In the first unit of this safeguarding children level 1 course you will explore what safeguarding is, as well as learning more about your responsibilities and those of others when it comes to safeguarding children.
The Types of Abuse
This unit will explore what abuse is and will explore the different types of abuse, including neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, bullying, child sexual exploitation, etc.
Recognising Risk
In this unit you will look at risk factors for abuse, including disability, isolation, being in the care system etc. You will also explore the short-term risks and long-term risks.
Reporting and Recording Safeguarding Concerns
In the final unit of the safeguarding children level 1 course, you will explore the crucial aspects of effectively responding to abuse, handling disclosures and maintaining accurate records to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people.
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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 Level 1 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 Level 1 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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