About this Safeguarding course
At Calne based Wiltshire First Aid Training we believe this is an extremely important course and that it should be delivered in a classroom where learning is gained from each other through discussion and experience. Trainers for this course have a police background and possess investigative skills and abilities as well as experience working with social services and child victims of abuse.​
This course is for those working with under 18’s, in paid employment or as a volunteer. The course provides those working with children and young people with the knowledge and confidence to recognise and respond to cases of alleged or suspected abuse. This qualification will enable the candidate to undertake a specific role in the workplace that employers can rely on.
Course content:
Forms of abuse including:
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Bullying
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Child trafficking
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Domestic abuse
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Female genital mutilation (FGM)
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Gangs
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Grooming
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Harmful sexual behaviour
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Online abuse
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Radicalisation and extremism
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Sexual exploitation
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Recognising abuse
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Effects of abuse
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The law
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Reporting procedures
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Protecting ‘yourself’ from accusations
Duration and certification
One day
Certification and assessment
A nationally recognised accredited Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People (RQF).
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Candidates will sit a 15-question multiple choice assessment paper.
Maximum course numbers
No more than 12-delegates.
Cost
Group bookings for up to 12 candidates £550 plus VAT. This price includes a Safeguarding manual and certification.
Course reviews
"I feel confident I could spot signs of abuse, deal with it effectively and know who to contact. Knowledgeable trainer with examples and details, happy to answer all questions."
Natalie Walker
Bristol Conductive Education
"Great training and delivery. background case study knowledge was vast and interesting"
Bryony Sharp – childminder
"I liked being updated on significant changes, thank you for the course I will use your company again."
Sandra Pieri - child minder
Safeguarding children is extremely important, so make sure you are up to date with how best to achieve this by calling Calne based Wiltshire First Aid Training on 01249 569690