Want 2 Work in Child Protection and Safeguarding (Online)
Overview
Are you interested in starting a rewarding career in child protection and safeguarding?
You will be given awareness of a variety of topics including bullying and harassment, forced marriage and the safeguarding of children.
The Want 2 Work series is for people who are currently looking for entry-level employment in industry.
The topics within this course have been carefully selected to give you awareness of some of the key areas within child protection and safeguarding and will give you basic knowledge that can be discussed in an interview or prepare you for further study.
Distance learning courses enable you to undertake learning in a flexible way; you can study around your existing commitments and responsibilities, and it is great for developing your confidence in your newfound skills.
If you unemployed and looking to get back into work, an online course could give you the motivation you need to succeed in your goals. By choosing to study an online course, you can study at your own pace whilst benefiting from high-quality teaching and support from our experienced teachers.
This course is primarily designed to prepare you for further learning or teaching.
Start dates and fees
- Start - Anytime.
- Cost - FREE for adults aged 19 or over (as of 31 August 2024), regardless of employment status.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
While this course may be offered to you free of charge, failure to complete the course may result in a £125 administration fee. This fee covers the administrative costs associated with non-completion.
If you have any questions or require more information, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01623 413602 before completing your registration.
What will I study?
This course is made up of the following units:
- Bullying and Harassment Awareness
- Child Protection Awareness
- Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness
- Concussion Awareness
- FGM Awareness
- Forced Marriage Awareness
- Information Governance Awareness Caldicott Principles
- Internet Safety Awareness
- Lone Working
- Preventing Radicalisation
- Raising Awareness of Honour Based Abuse & Forced Marriage
- Safeguarding of Adults Awareness
- Safeguarding of Children Awareness
- SEND Code of Practice.
Entry requirements
- No specific entry requirements
- Recommended: Minimum Level 1 in English and Maths (or equivalent)
- Applicants must live in England
- Applicants must not live in the locations listed here.
How long is the course?
Total time to complete - 20 hours (made up of guided learning hours studied in your own time, at your own pace).
How will I be assessed?
The course is assessed by online tests, subject to external quality assurance. Where indicated in the unit specifications, assessment must meet the requirements of the identified pass grade (usually 80%).
What can I progress onto?
Career opportunities
There isn't currently career information listed for this course.
How do I apply?
All you need to do is press the green Sign up button found under 'Next steps' and complete our simple online form.
Once submitted, our team will review your information to ensure you are eligible to study the course (we will get in touch should there be in any issues).
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll be sent an email which contains a link to our online enrolment form for you to complete.
Your enrolment details will then be processed by our team and you will receive an email that will contain a link for you to access your course materials. Please allow 3-5 working days for your enrolment details to be processed.