Supporting Children and Young People Course

Supporting Children and Young People – Online Course

Course overview
This online course introduces the principles and values that underpin good practice when working with children and young people. It covers equality, diversity and inclusion, person-centred practice, anti-discriminatory practice, and confidentiality, consent and information sharing. The course takes one hour and is CPD accredited.

Please note: this is an introductory, Level 1 course that builds awareness and foundational knowledge. It does not replace any specialist, practical or role-specific training an employer may require, or a setting’s own policies and procedures.

What the course covers
– Principles and values when working with children and young people
– The difference between principles and values, and how they guide work
– Promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice
– Navigating cultural values
– Person-centred practice and putting values into practice
– Respect, impartiality and balancing personal beliefs with professional principles
– Accountability, empowerment and ownership
– Equality, diversity and inclusion, and the legislation that supports them
– Prejudice and discrimination, and challenging discriminatory behaviour
– Supporting children with learning difficulties and disabilities
– Confidentiality and informed consent
– Safe and responsible information sharing, consent procedures and organisational responsibilities

Who is it for?
The course is written at an introductory level for people who work with, or support, children and young people in the UK. It is appropriate for:
– Teachers, teaching assistants and school support staff
– Special Educational Needs Coordinators
– Designated Safeguarding Leads and pastoral teams
– Social workers and youth workers
– Early years practitioners
– Healthcare professionals, including nurses, health visitors and therapists
– Mental health practitioners and counsellors
– Volunteers and community support workers
– Parents, carers and guardians

It can be used for induction, refresher training, awareness or to enhance existing knowledge.

Practical benefits
– Understand the values and principles that guide work with children and young people
– Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in everyday practice
– Recognise and challenge discriminatory behaviour
– Handle confidential information and consent appropriately
– Support safer, more consistent and child-centred practice
– Gain evidence of awareness and knowledge for inductions and refresher training
– Receive a CPD-accredited certificate for professional development

What learners will be able to do
– Explain key principles and terminology relating to supporting children and young people
– Recognise why the subject matters in day-to-day practice
– Identify common risks, concerns and situations linked to the topic
– Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
– Apply good-practice principles in workplace situations
– Communicate effectively with relevant people when issues arise
– Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation is required

Is this training a legal requirement?
The supplied information does not state that this training is a legal requirement. It describes the course as aligning with statutory safeguarding frameworks and supporting adherence to UK safeguarding legislation, and it includes content on legislation supporting equality and anti-discrimination. Employers should confirm the training their own role and setting require.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete a quiz at the end of the course. On successful completion, they receive a CPD-accredited certificate, which can be downloaded or printed at home for free. A hard copy can also be requested for delivery to a home or work address. Unlimited quiz retakes are included, and the course is allocated instantly after purchase. A complimentary learner management system lets organisations view course progress, quiz results and certification, and a compliance matrix is available to support audits and inspections.