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Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer
Online Training Academy

CPD approved | Free Certificate from Reed | Lifetime Access | Instance Access | 10 CPD Points

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2.6 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Updated in October 2025

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Enrolling in a Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer Course is crucial in today's world, where safeguarding children's welfare has become paramount. Learning about child protection and safeguarding equips you with the skills to identify and respond to signs of abuse and maltreatment, ensuring children's safety in various settings, such as education and sports.

This Child Protection and Safeguarding course is essential as it provides comprehensive knowledge on how to report abuse and share information about safeguarding concerns effectively. Understanding child protection in the UK context is particularly valuable for professionals in the region. This skill not only enhances your daily interactions by making you more vigilant and responsive but also boosts your professional career prospects.

In the UK, there is a growing demand for safeguarding officers, with job opportunities increasing by 12% annually. Completing this course can significantly enhance your employability, with potential salaries ranging from £25,000 to £45,000 per year. As the importance of child protection and safeguarding continues to rise, this sector is expanding rapidly, making this course a wise investment for a rewarding career dedicated to protecting children’s welfare.

Key Features:

  • CPD Certified Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer Course
  • Free Certificate from Reed
  • Developed by Specialist
  • Lifetime Access

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

3
sections
11
lectures
2h 39m
total

Course media

Description

Course Curriculum

Section 1: Foundational Knowledge

  • Understanding Child Protection and Safeguarding
  • Child Protection in the UK Context

Section 2: Specific Contexts and Professional Responsibilities

  • Child Protection in Education
  • Allegations Against Staff: Procedures and Protocols
  • Child Protection in Sports and Active Leisure

Section 3: Responding to Concerns and Reporting Abuse

  • Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Sharing Information and Reporting Safeguarding Concerns
  • Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse
  • Maltreatment of Children: Types and Indicators

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify signs of child abuse and respond appropriately to protect children.
  • Understand the legal framework surrounding child protection in the UK.
  • Effectively share information about safeguarding concerns within legal boundaries.
  • Demonstrate the ability to report child abuse in adherence to guidelines.
  • Analyse and address instances of maltreatment to safeguard children effectively.
  • Navigate the education system and handle allegations against staff with competence.

Who is this course for?

This Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer course is accessible to anyone eager to learn more about this topic. Through this course, you'll gain a solid understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer. Moreover, this course is ideal for:

  • Educators and school staff
  • Sports and active leisure professionals
  • Social workers and child welfare professionals
  • Parents and caregivers
  • Law enforcement personnel

Requirements

There are no requirements needed to enrol into this Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer course. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and levels of experience to enrol into this Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer course.

Career path

After finishing this Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer course you will have multiple job opportunities waiting for you. Some of the following Job sectors of Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer are:

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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