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Safeguarding Children Level 3, DSL, Child Protection & Child Safeguarding
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Summary

Price
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Offer ends 28 February 2026
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
6.6 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

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Join thousands of professionals who rely on Essential Safety Training for trusted, expert-led education in child safety and welfare.

New Year Special: Advanced Safeguarding Training Bundle (Level 3)
Updated: 6th May 2025

Courses Included in This Bundle:

  1. Safeguarding Children Level 3

Additional Course of This Bundle

  1. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

  2. Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 2

  3. Child Counselling

  4. Mental Health First Aid for Children and Young People Level 3

What’s New?

  • FREE CPD-accredited PDF Certificate via Reed

  • Unlimited assessment retakes (MCQ format)

  • Professionally narrated lessons

  • Practical checklists and workbook activities included

  • Rated ★★★★☆ (4.5/5) on Trustpilot

Learning Features

  • Study fully online with lifetime access

  • Learn anytime, anywhere — desktop or mobile

  • Developed by experienced safeguarding professionals

  • Endorsed by CPD and RoSPA Qualifications

  • Real-life case studies included to enhance practical understanding

Is this course training matters?

Protecting children from harm is a fundamental duty across all sectors that work with young people. The Safeguarding Children Level 3 course offers in-depth, practical training for professionals who have a responsibility for child safety and wellbeing. Whether you work in education, healthcare, social services, or childcare, this course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to act effectively in safeguarding roles.

Designed to meet the latest UK safeguarding standards, the course explores the core principles of child protection, including legal frameworks, the six principles of safeguarding, and how to identify and respond to different forms of abuse. You’ll learn how to create safer environments, support emotional and social development, and intervene appropriately when concerns arise.

Through a structured, seven-module curriculum, you’ll gain a strong understanding of your safeguarding responsibilities and the tools to fulfil them. Topics include the history of child protection in the UK, the role of designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), and the key differences between safeguarding and child protection. You’ll also explore children’s rights, the impact of abuse, and strategies to build resilience and promote wellbeing in vulnerable children.

By the end of this training, you’ll be able to recognise the signs of abuse, understand relevant legislation such as the Children Acts 1989 & 2004, and respond confidently and proportionately to safeguarding concerns.

What You’ll Learn in the Core Course

  • Identify early signs of abuse, neglect, and emotional harm in children and young people

  • Understand key UK safeguarding legislation and child protection frameworks, including the Children Acts and Sexual Offences Act

  • Recognise the duties and responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

  • Apply safe and effective safeguarding practices across schools, healthcare settings, and community organisations

  • Promote mental health awareness and emotional resilience in children and adolescents

  • Respond to safeguarding concerns with professionalism, clarity, and in line with statutory guidance

Why Choose Essential Safety Training?

  • CPD-Accredited Certificates — respected by employers UK-wide

  • Flexible Online Platform — learn at your own pace

  • Expert Instruction — designed by safeguarding professionals

  • 14-Day Guarantee — get a full refund if you're not satisfied

Enrol Today — Empower Yourself to Safeguard Others
This essential training bundle offers you the tools to support children’s welfare across multiple settings. Gain certification, elevate your professional credentials, and help shape safer futures.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

6
sections
25
lectures
6h 39m
total

    • 1: Introduction to Safeguarding and Child Protection 13:41
    • 2: Secure Your Accredited Certificate Today 01:00
    • 3: Understanding Child Abuse 09:48
    • 4: Social and Emotional Development of Children for Safeguarding 08:01
    • 5: We'd Love to Hear Your Feedback 01:00
    • 6: History of Child Protection in The UK 09:55
    • 7: The Six Principles of Safeguarding 09:12
    • 8: Legal Frameworks to Prevent Child Abuse 09:09
    • 9: Safeguarding Children Against Child Abuse 09:59
    • 10: Self-Assessment 03:00

    • 11: Introduction to Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) 09:00
    • 12: Overview of Safeguarding 10:00
    • 13: Types of Abuse and Neglect 10:00
    • 14: Safeguarding Children and Young People With Autism 11:00
    • 15: Responding to Safeguarding Concerns 14:00
    • 16: Creating a Safeguarding Culture 12:00
    • 17: Understanding the Importance of Communication in Care 13:00
    • 18: Safeguarding in Practice 12:00
    • 19: Record-keeping and Documentation 10:00
    • 20: DSL Role in Different Sectors 11:00
    • 21: Continuous Professional Development and Self-care as a DSL 11:00

    • 22: Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 2 41:00

    • 23: Child Counselling 1:21:00

    • 24: Mental Health First Aid For Children and Young People Level 3 1:18:00

    • 25: Congratulation 01:00

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Description

Why You Should Take the Safeguarding Children Level 3 Course

The Safeguarding Children Level 3 course offers in-depth training on protecting children from harm.

  • Provides comprehensive training on safeguarding children and protecting them from harm.
  • Covers essential safeguarding policies and child protection procedures.
  • Teaches strategies for supporting children’s mental health and well-being.
  • Enhances your ability to create safer environments for vulnerable children.
  • Suitable for those working directly with children or in a support role.

Course Curriculum :

Course 01: Safeguarding Children Level 3

Lecture 1: Introduction to Safeguarding and Child Protection

  • What Is Safeguarding?
  • The Concept
  • What is Child Protection
  • Difference between Child Protection and Safeguarding
  • Child Protection in The UK
  • Rights of Children

Lecture 2: Understanding Child Abuse

  • What is child abuse?
  • Different Types of Child Abuse
  • How to identify Child Abuse
  • The Impact of Abuse on Children

Lecture 3: Social and Emotional Development of Children for Safeguarding

  • The Social and Emotional Development of Children
  • The Role of Parents or Caregiver
  • Children Inside Organisational Settings

Lecture 4: History of Child Protection in The UK

  • The Background of Child Protection in the UK
  • Origin of Major Laws and Policies
  • Major Case and Investigation of Child Protection

Lecture-5 The Six Principles of Safeguarding

  • Empowerment
  • Prevention
  • Proportionality
  • Protection
  • Partnership
  • Accountability

Lecture-6 Legal Frameworks to Prevent Child Abuse

  • The Children Act (1989)
  • The Children Act (2014)
  • The Sexual Offences Act (2003)
  • The Children and Families Act (2014)

Lecture-7 Safeguarding Children Against Child Abuse

  • How to Prevent Child Abuse
  • How to Recognise Child Abuse
  • How to Respond to Child Abuse Incidents

Learning Outcomes for Other Courses in the Bundle

Course 02: Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

  • Understand the key responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
  • Learn how to manage safeguarding issues and collaborate with professionals.
  • Gain insight into effective communication and safeguarding policies.

Course 03: Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 2

  • Identify different forms of child abuse and the risks children face.
  • Learn the best practices for responding to Child Protection and Safeguarding safeguarding concerns.
  • Understand the procedures for reporting safeguarding issues.

Course 04: Child Counselling

  • Develop the skills to offer emotional support to children in distress.
  • Understand the impact of trauma and abuse on children's mental health.
  • Learn effective techniques to help children through difficult situations.

Course 05: Mental Health First Aid for Children and Young People Level 3

  • Identify mental health conditions affecting children and young people.
  • Learn how to provide immediate support and manage mental health crises.
  • Understand how to guide children toward professional mental health services.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for:

  • Teachers and school staff

  • Social workers

  • Healthcare professionals

  • Childcare providers

  • Youth workers

  • Volunteers working with children

  • Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)

  • Anyone responsible for the welfare of children in a professional setting

Requirements

  • No prior qualifications are required for the Safeguarding Children Level 3 course.

Career path

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
  • Child Protection Officer
  • Youth Support Worker
  • Social Worker or Child Welfare Officer
  • Mental Health Specialist for Children and Young People

This course opens the door to various career opportunities in child protection and safeguarding across multiple sectors, including education, healthcare, and social care.

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