Undergraduate Certificate in School Safeguarding Standards
-- viewing nowThe Undergraduate Certificate in School Safeguarding Standards is a crucial course designed to meet the growing demand for safe and secure learning environments. This certificate program focuses on creating a culture of safety, promoting wellbeing, and preventing harm in schools.
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• Understanding School Safeguarding Standards: An overview of the legal and ethical frameworks that underpin safeguarding in schools, including definitions of key terms and concepts.
• Recognising and Responding to Abuse: Techniques for identifying signs of abuse and neglect, and strategies for responding appropriately and effectively.
• Child Protection Policies and Procedures: An exploration of best practices in developing, implementing, and monitoring child protection policies and procedures in schools.
• Working with Vulnerable Children and Young People: A focus on strategies for supporting and protecting children and young people who are at particular risk of harm, including those with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Promoting Positive Behaviour and Building Resilience: An examination of the role of schools in promoting positive behaviour and building resilience, including strategies for preventing bullying and promoting mental health and wellbeing.
• Safer Recruitment Practices: Guidance on best practices in recruitment, including vetting and barring procedures, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in schools.
• Online Safety and Social Media: An exploration of the risks and challenges associated with online safety and social media, and strategies for promoting safe and responsible use of technology in schools.
• Managing Allegations and Serious Concerns: Guidance on managing allegations of abuse and serious concerns about staff or volunteers in schools, including processes for investigation and reporting.
• Partnership Working in School Safeguarding: An examination of the importance of partnership working in school safeguarding, including collaboration with other agencies, professionals, and parents/carers.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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