Safeguarding Children Level 1-2

Course Content

Level 1 – Suitable for All Healthcare and Non-clinical Staff This training module covers a range of topics, including: -an overview of child protection (and the categories) -legal requirements and implications -the roles and responsibilities of staff -how to respond to concerns about child safeguarding issues -the importance of multi-agency working -effective communication -the importance of defensive documentation Level 2 – Aimed at Clinical Staff Who Have Regular Contact With Children This training module is aimed at clinical staff who either have regular contact with children or who deal with adults who may pose a risk to children. It is suited to both healthcare professionals (including dentists, nurses, audiologists and pharmacists) and those working in social care or occupational health. The safeguarding training looks at how to manage concerns that a child is being or may be maltreated. Course content includes: -legislation and recommendations -categories of abuse and case studies -the roles and responsibilities of staff -what to do if a child discloses abuse -the importance of multi-agency working -effective communication -the importance of defensive documentation Additional bespoke case studies relevant to primary care, acute care and paediatrics are also available. Child safeguarding training modules are also available within the Adolescent Health Programme and the Healthy Child Programme. Please note: this package also includes NHS England’s Safeguarding Adults programme as an added bonus free of charge.