Care Certificate Standard 11 – Safeguarding Children Course

Safeguarding Children – Online Course

Course overview
This online course introduces the principles of safeguarding children and young people, helping learners understand how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation. It explores risk factors, levels of vulnerability, children’s rights and the responsibilities of people who work with or support children. Learners also develop awareness of safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation, online risks and appropriate ways to respond to concerns. The course takes 1 hour to complete and is worth 1 CPD point.

Please note: This is an introductory Level 1 course providing awareness and theoretical knowledge of safeguarding children. It does not replace any practical, regulated or role-specific training an employer may require.

What the course covers
• Key safeguarding concepts and principles
• Risk factors and levels of vulnerability
• Child abuse, maltreatment and neglect
• Children’s rights and safeguarding responsibilities
• The role of local safeguarding children boards and local authorities
• Sexual abuse, including signs and indicators
• Online sexual approaches to children and online safety
• Physical abuse, including burns, scalds, fractures and bruising
• Emotional abuse and coercive or controlling behaviour
• Child trafficking and exploitation
• Female genital mutilation
• Radicalisation and the Prevent framework
• Relevant legislation, including the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015
• Seeking advice and responding to concerns
• Creating a safe environment for children
• National organisations that provide safeguarding support

Who is it for?
This course is intended for people whose work or voluntary activities involve children and young people. It is suitable for introductory awareness, staff induction, refresher training and knowledge development.

It may be particularly relevant to:
• Childcare practitioners and early years staff
• Teachers and education professionals
• Social workers
• Healthcare professionals
• Youth workers
• Foster carers and adoptive parents
• Police officers and law enforcement personnel
• Volunteers working with children
• Staff and volunteers in charities and community organisations

Practical benefits
• Improve awareness of different forms of child abuse and neglect
• Recognise signs and indicators that may suggest a child is at risk
• Understand factors that can increase a child’s vulnerability
• Develop awareness of children’s rights and safeguarding responsibilities
• Recognise risks associated with online activity and exploitation
• Understand the importance of seeking advice and responding to concerns
• Build knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation and procedures
• Support safer environments for children and young people
• Strengthen awareness for induction, refresher training and professional development

What learners will be able to do
• Explain the purpose and principles of safeguarding children
• Recognise common signs and indicators of abuse, neglect and maltreatment
• Identify factors that may increase vulnerability or risk
• Understand the responsibilities of people involved in safeguarding children
• Recognise concerns relating to physical, sexual and emotional abuse
• Identify potential risks associated with online activity, trafficking and radicalisation
• Understand when to seek advice or report a safeguarding concern
• Recognise the importance of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures
• Understand how to contribute to a safe environment for children and young people

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course covers child safeguarding legislation, including the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015, as well as safeguarding policies and procedures. The supplied information does not establish that every individual is legally required to complete this particular online course. Training needs depend on the person’s role and responsibilities and the requirements of their organisation.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an online quiz to assess their understanding of the course material. On successful completion, they receive a free CPD-accredited digital certificate that can be downloaded or printed. Unlimited assessment retakes are available. The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete and is worth 1 CPD point.