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Understanding and Evaluating Risk in Child Protection Cases
Cambridge Open Academy

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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
5 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Certificate of Completion (PDF) - Free
  • Certificate of Completion (Hard Copy) - £9.99
Assessment details
  • Mock Exam & Final Exam (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Empower yourself with the knowledge to protect vulnerable children through our comprehensive course on understanding and evaluating risk in child protection cases. Explore key topics such as safeguarding, laws and guidance, child abuse, and risk assessment. Enhance your ability to respond to disclosures, make informed reports, and maintain accurate records. Join us on this crucial journey towards creating a safer environment for children.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop a deep understanding of the principles and practices of safeguarding, ensuring the well-being and protection of children.
  • Familiarise yourself with the relevant laws and guidelines governing child protection cases, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Gain a comprehensive knowledge of different forms of child abuse and their impact, enhancing your ability to identify and respond to signs of abuse.
  • Acquire the skills to assess risks effectively in child protection cases, utilising a structured and evidence-based approach.
  • Learn how to respond to disclosures of abuse appropriately, provide support to children, and make accurate and timely reports to the appropriate authorities.

Certificates

Assessment details

Mock Exam & Final Exam

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

Our comprehensive course, “Understanding and Evaluating Risk in Child Protection Cases”, equips you with the theoretical knowledge and insights to safeguard vulnerable children effectively. Through eight modules, you will gain a holistic understanding of the complexities surrounding child protection, enabling you to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.

Explore the foundations of safeguarding in Module 1, delving into the principles and key concepts that underpin this critical field. In Module 2, familiarise yourself with the laws and guidelines that govern child protection cases, ensuring your actions are in line with legal requirements. Modules 3 and 4 focus on child abuse, providing in-depth knowledge of various forms of abuse and their devastating effects. You will learn how to identify signs of abuse and respond appropriately.

As you progress through the course, you will explore the crucial topic of risk assessment in Module 5, acquiring the skills to assess and evaluate risks effectively. In Modules 6 and 7, discover the essential steps to take when responding to disclosures of abuse, ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Finally, Module 8 emphasises the importance of accurate record keeping, equipping you with the skills to maintain comprehensive and reliable documentation.

This course is ideal for individuals working or aspiring to work in roles related to child protection, including social workers, counsellors, teachers, and healthcare professionals. Join us on this vital journey to strengthen your knowledge and contribute to protecting children in need.

Who is this course for?

The target audience for the course is:

  • Social workers and child protection professionals seek to enhance their knowledge and skills.
  • Teachers, counsellors, and educators working in settings where they may encounter child protection cases.
  • Healthcare professionals are involved in the care and well-being of children.
  • Individuals considering a career in child protection or related fields.

Career path

Some career paths related to this industry in the UK are:

  • Child Protection Officer – £24,000 to £40,000 per year
  • Social Worker – £26,000 to £42,000 per year
  • Safeguarding Coordinator – £28,000 to £45,000 per year
  • Youth and Family Support Worker – £22,000 to £35,000 per year
  • Child Welfare Advisor – £27,000 to £44,000 per year
  • Case Manager in Child Services – £30,000 to £48,000 per year

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Legal information

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.

FAQs

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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