Course Information - Introduction to Safeguarding to Prepare to Work in Childcare Settings

If you are a Hampshire resident age 19+ then Hampshire Achieves can offer you a short, online employability courses, completely free of charge. This six-hour course will provide you with basic safeguarding awareness in preparation for employment in the childcare, youth work or school sectors. This course covers the age range from pre-birth to 18 years of age. The course will include:

·       The underpinning safeguarding legislation that guides safe practice and recruitment

·       Identify the different types of abuse and the signs and indicators of abuse

·       Find out why some children are more vulnerable to abuse

·       Increase your confidence to know what to do, and what to say if a child discloses that they are being harmed

Commitment

• You will be invited to attend two x three-hour tutor-led, online group sessions
• You will be given a link to additional online Prevent training to carry out at home, in your own time, to extend your knowledge and understanding
• You will have the chance to explore progression opportunities and further learning

Eligibility & Contact Details

 There are no formal entry requirements, although you will require access to a device with a microphone and camera to participate in this course. 

This course is FREE OF CHARGE and funded by the UK Government for eligible adults living in Hampshire aged 19+. If you are unsure if you are eligible for this course, please contact our team at adult.learning@hants.gov.uk, or see our website at: Hampshire Adult Tailored Learning | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk).

How to Apply

It’s simple! Just complete our online application form using this link Hampshire Achieves Adult Tailored Learning Application Form, or contact our team if you would like more details about this FREE course.