CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 - (Virtual Classroom)

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This CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 Virtual Classroom course is a not-for-profit service intended to promote child safety and wellbeing in the UK.

1 in 5 children in the UK experience abuse before the age of 18 and over 60,000 on child protection plans annually, safeguarding training is vital (NSPCC).

Staff trained in safeguarding are three times more likely to identify early signs of abuse, making this course a critical step in ensuring the safety and welfare of children.

Who Is This Course For?

This Safeguarding Children training course is for anyone who needs to understand the roles and responsibilities for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

This course is essential for all staff whose work brings them into contact with children and is suitable for anyone who works in settings such as: - schools, correctional facilities, universities, sports clubs, GP surgery or other healthcare setting.

What to expect from your training

You will join other participants in a fully interactive virtual course, delivered in real time by an experienced trainer via webcam. The course includes interactive elements such as group discussions and opportunities to ask questions, creating a classroom-style experience from home.

To take part, you will need:

A Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone with access to the latest version of Zoom
A stable internet connection
A working microphone and camera
Speakers or headphones

Please make sure you are in a quiet environment to fully participate in the course.

Course Etiquette

Treat the virtual classroom as you would a physical classroom: dress appropriately, and ensure your face is visible on screen at all times.
Active participation is mandatory throughout the course, including all breakout rooms and chat discussions.
You may not leave the course for appointments and re-join later, nor attend the course while traveling to or during appointments.
You must not engage in any work during the course. Sleeping during sessions is strictly prohibited.
Eating is only allowed during scheduled breaks.
Maintain proper posture at all times for safety and to support prolonged periods at a computer

Why Should You Attend a Virtual Course?

This level of safeguarding simply cannot be fully delivered through a pre-recorded or self-guided E-learning course.

Our safeguarding virtual course includes essential and at times distressing topics that are vital for recognising serious safeguarding issues. This sensitive content cannot be made publicly accessible on an open platform, which is why we present it in a secure, online environment.

Led by safeguarding experts, this virtual course features real-life case studies and in-depth discussions that aren’t possible in a static E-learning format. Delegates can ask questions in real time, challenge scenarios, and develop a deeper, more practical understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Crucially, the interaction between trainer and delegate leads to better engagement and a stronger understanding of the course material.

Objectives

What to do if you have concerns about a child's welfare
How to work as part of a multi-agency / multi-disciplinary team
Understand roles, responsibilities, statutory requirements and how to apply them

Course Content

Overview of Relevant Legislation
Helping Children Achieve More
Statistics
Responsibilities
Child Centred Care
Normal Childhood Development
Definition of Abuse
Types and Signs of Abuse
Internet Use and Online Grooming
Modern Day Slavery
Child Trafficking
Radicalisation
Female Genital Mutilation
Behavioural Signs
Fabricated or Induced Illness
Risks to Unborn Children
Disable Children + Abuse.
Attachment Behaviour
Looked After Children
Parental Ill Health
Martyn’s Law
Role of the Police and Social Services
Barred Lists
Referrals and Contacts
Reporting, Disclosures and Investigations
Forensic Examinations
Documentation, and Sharing of Information
Multi-disciplinary Teamwork
Work Ethics and Dilemmas
Case Discussions and Exploring Professional Dilemmas

Expert Trainer Experience

Our Safeguarding Level 3 trainers are experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in child and adult protection. They possess:

Recognised safeguarding qualifications
Frontline experience in education, healthcare, or social care
In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. Children Act, Care Act, KCSIE)
Proven track record of delivering accredited safeguarding training
Up-to-date DBS checks and CPD in safeguarding practices

A word about Revalidation - This training course has been accredited by the CPD Standards office - meaning it can be put toward your Continual Professional Development hours for Revalidation!

CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 - (Virtual Classroom)

Accredited by The CPD Standards Office
= 7.5 hours of CPD

This CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 Virtual Classroom course is a not-for-profit service intended to promote child safety and wellbeing in the UK.

1 in 5 children in the UK experience abuse before the age of 18 and over 60,000 on child protection plans annually, safeguarding training is vital (NSPCC).

Staff trained in safeguarding are three times more likely to identify early signs of abuse, making this course a critical step in ensuring the safety and welfare of children.

Who is this course for?

This Safeguarding Children training course is for anyone who needs to understand the roles and responsibilities for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

What to expect from your training

You will join other participants in a fully interactive virtual course, delivered in real time by an experienced safeguarding trainer via webcam. The course includes interactive elements such as group discussions, case studies, and opportunities to ask questions, creating a classroom-style experience from home.

To take part, you will need:

A Laptop, Tablet, or Smartphone with access to the latest version of Zoom
A stable internet connection
A working microphone and camera
Speakers or headphones

Please make sure you are in a quiet environment to fully participate in the course.

Why should you attend a virtual course?

This level of safeguarding simply cannot be fully delivered through a pre-recorded or self-guided E-learning course.

Crucially, the interaction between trainer and delegate leads to better engagement and a stronger understanding of the course material.

Objectives

What to do if you have concerns about a child's welfare
How to work as part of a multi-agency / multi-disciplinary team
Understand roles, responsibilities, statutory requirements and how to apply them

Course Content

Overview of Relevant Legislation
Helping Children Achieve More
Statistics
Responsibilities
Child Centred Care
Normal Childhood Development
Definition of Abuse
Types and Signs of Abuse
Internet Use and Online Grooming
Modern Day Slavery
Child Trafficking
Radicalisation
Female Genital Mutilation
Behavioural Signs
Fabricated or Induced Illness
Risks to Unborn Children
Disable Children + Abuse.
Attachment Behaviour
Looked After Children
Parental Ill Health
Martyn’s Law
Role of the Police and Social Services
Barred Lists
Referrals and Contacts
Reporting, Disclosures and Investigations
Forensic Examinations
Documentation, and Sharing of Information
Multi-disciplinary Teamwork
Work Ethics and Dilemmas
Case Discussions and Exploring Professional Dilemmas

Expert trainer experience

Our Safeguarding Level 3 trainers are experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in child and adult protection. They possess:

Recognised safeguarding qualifications
Frontline experience in education, healthcare, or social care
In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. Children Act, Care Act, KCSIE)
Proven track record of delivering accredited safeguarding training
Up-to-date DBS checks and CPD in safeguarding practices

A word about revalidation - This training course has been accredited by the CPD Standards office - meaning it can be put toward your Continual Professional Development hours for Revalidation!

Accredited by
The CPD Standards Office
= 7.5 hours of CPD

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Course Time 9:30am - 4:30pm (7 hours)

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CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 - (Virtual Classroom)

Who Is This Course For?

What to expect from your training

Why Should You Attend a Virtual Course?

Objectives

Course Content

Expert Trainer Experience

CSTF Safeguarding Children Level 3 - (Virtual Classroom)

Who is this course for?

Why should you attend a virtual course?

Objectives

Course Content

Expert trainer experience

£55+VAT

Virtual Classroom