This course provides essential knowledge on recognising, preventing, and responding to child neglect. It highlights the signs of neglect, risk factors, reporting responsibilities, and how safeguarding frameworks protect children from harm. The programme is suitable for professionals working with children, volunteers, and individuals who want to ensure children’s safety and wellbeing. Training is delivered online and allows flexible, self‑paced learning.
Who This Course Is For
- Teachers, childcare workers, early‑years practitioners, and school staff.
- Social‑care workers, support staff, and community volunteers.
- Anyone working directly or indirectly with children.
- Individuals wanting to understand child protection responsibilities.
What You Will Learn
Module 1 – Introduction to Child Neglect
Explains what neglect is, why it occurs, and how it impacts a child’s development, safety, and wellbeing.
Module 2 – Types of Neglect
Covers physical, emotional, educational, and medical neglect, along with examples and common indicators.
Module 3 – Risk Factors & Causes
Discusses family circumstances, environmental issues, and situations that increase the risk of neglect.
Module 4 – Recognising Signs of Neglect
Teaches behavioural, physical, and emotional warning signs and how to identify concerns early.
Module 5 – Child Development and the Impact of Neglect
Explores short‑ and long‑term effects on cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development.
Module 6 – Roles and Responsibilities
Covers professional duties, organisational policies, duty of care, and legal responsibilities in safeguarding.
Module 7 – Recording & Reporting Concerns
Explains proper documentation, how to share information safely, and following safeguarding procedures.
Module 8 – Responding to Disclosures
Teaches how to listen, respond appropriately, remain calm, and follow correct steps when a child shares information.
Module 9 – Multi‑Agency Working
Covers communication with social services, safeguarding partners, and the importance of coordinated interventions.
Module 10 – Preventive Strategies
Explains early‑help strategies, awareness campaigns, family support, and creating safe environments for children.
Assessment & Certification
Learners complete an online assessment at the end of the programme. Results are provided instantly. If a learner does not pass, the test may be retaken at no extra cost. Successful learners receive an accredited digital certificate, with the option to request a printed copy.
Key Benefits
- Strengthens understanding of how to recognise and respond to child neglect.
- Promotes safe, responsible, and informed safeguarding practices.
- Builds confidence in reporting concerns and supporting vulnerable children.
- Flexible online learning with recognised certification.
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this course!
£120.00
