Safeguarding Training For Colleges and Universities

Child Protection in Education

This five module course delivers five CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• what forms child abuse can take and the effects it can have
• radicalisation, extremism and the Prevent duty
• signs that may mean a child is suffering abuse and how to respond if a child confides in you
• processes for reporting abuse
• the child protection system
• good practice guidelines

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Raising Awareness of Peer-on-Peer Abuse

The purpose of this course is to help you:

• understand what peer-on-peer abuse is
• understand the different types of peer-on-peer abuse
• understand who peer-on-peer abuse may affect and what external influences there are
• be aware of the prevalence of peer-on-peer abuse
• understand social norms and peer pressure
• recognise early signs that might indicate abuse
• know what action to take if you know or suspect that a young person is experiencing abuse
• implement preventative strategies within school or college.

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Safeguarding Young People (Colleges & Universities)

This one module course delivers one CPD hour and comprehensively covers:

• who may be vulnerable
• the signs and indicators of abuse
• what to do if a young person confides abuse to you
• the importance of acting on your concerns, suspicions or a disclosure

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The Prevent Duty Colleges and Universities

This one module course delivers one CPD hour and comprehensively covers:

• what Prevent is
• what extremism and radicalisation are
• who may be vulnerable
• how messages are spread
• the role of the internet and social media
• what institutions must do to comply with the Prevent duty
• support for individuals at risk
• reporting concerns

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Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People

1. Understand what mental health is in the context of the mental health continuum.
2. Be able to identify some common issues faced by young people with regard to mental health.
3. Recognise some of the signs and symptoms that indicate mental health issues in young people.
4. Understand key risk factors that make some young people vulnerable to mental health issues.
5. Learn about protective factors that build resilience in young people and some of the myths and stigma surrounding mental health issues.
6. Pick up practical advice to help you support young people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

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Substance Misuse Risks

By the end of this course you will:

1. have a greater awareness of what substance misuse is and its prevalence
2. understand the categories of drugs and their effects
3. know more about the law and consequences
4. have an increased understanding of why young people use drugs and alcohol
5. recognise the early signs of drug or alcohol use that might indicate a concern
6. understand the impact that substance misuse has on a family
7. know how to take action if you know or suspect that a child or young person is using drugs or alcohol.

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Raising Awareness of Honour-Based Abuse and Forced Marriage

The purpose of this course is to help you:

• understand what honour-based abuse is
• understand the difference between a forced marriage and arranged marriage
• understand the prevalence of this type of abuse
• understand which communities are affected
• recognise what laws exist to protect people
• be aware of early signs that might indicate abuse
• know what action to take if you know or suspect that a young person is at risk
• understand the motives and consequences of forced marriage
• know what support is available.

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Female Genital Mutilation Awareness

This course covers:

• Understand what the law states regarding FGM and the mandatory reporting duty
• Learn the prevalence, consequences and different types of FGM
• Recognise the signs that FGM has taken place, or signs that a girl is at risk
• Learn the roles and responsibilities of professionals.
• Understand the importance of working together

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Concussion Awareness

This course provides an overview of what a concussion is, how signs and symptoms may present in an injured person and how to manage the injury.

By the end of the course you will:

1. understand what concussion is
2. recognise the signs and symptoms that may suggest a concussion has occurred
3. learn what the immediate and ongoing management of concussion should be
4. be familiar with the “red flags” that indicate an injured person should be transferred for urgent medical assessment
5. be able to identify what the risks are following a concussion and how they can be minimised.

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Safer Recruitment in Education

This four module course delivers four CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• the four key stages of the recruitment process
• pre-recruitment planning and what must be in place before you advertise your post
• rejecting candidates and meeting the right ones
• obtaining the correct checks and references, including what's required from a DBS check
• post-recruitment activities, including observation and supervision

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First Aid Essentials

This three module course delivers three CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• providing basic life support
• how to react in life threatening situations
• how to deal with someone who is choking, drowning, seizing, bleeding or having an allergic reaction
• what to do if somebody has a broken bone or experienced a burn
• how to handle day-to-day incidents such as nose bleeds, insect bites, stings, sprains and strains and sunburn

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Equality & Diversity

This one module course delivers one CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• what equality and diversity mean and how they affect you
• barriers that can prevent equality from being realised such as prejudice, stereotyping, discrimination, victimisation and harassment
• key legislation and both employer and employees’ responsibilities in relation to it
• the Equality Act 2010 and the ‘protected characteristics’ that form the basis of the law

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How to be an Effective Fire Warden or Fire Marshal

This course covers:

• the importance of effective fire safety procedures
• the legal position and the requirement for effective safety management systems that demonstrate statutory compliance
• what should be included in a fire policy and procedure
• the systems required to ensure the safety of vulnerable people such as employees or visitors with disabilities

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Moving and Handling

This course can be used as part of an employee’s induction programme, as a demonstration of employee theoretic competency and/or as refresher training.

The aim of the course is to guide you through:

1. the legal position
2. appreciating the costs related to moving and handling injuries
3. the TILE assessment process
4. understanding and appreciating the principles of safe lifting techniques
5. identifying effective control measures that can be used to reduce the risk of injury
6. supporting your organisation to develop a positive health and safety culture, with the application of a sensible proportionate approach.

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A Practical Guide to the GDPR for Education

This course outlines key elements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in an education setting and will help you to understand:

• what personal data is
• how personal data is used
• why there is a need for a change in data protection
• the new GDPR
• new legal requirements
• Privacy Impact Assessments
• new rights for ‘data subjects’

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Health and Safety in Education

This five module course delivers six CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• an introduction to health and safety, the fundamental concepts and risk assessment
• common workplace health and safety hazards and how to control them
• improving performance
• the Plan, Do, Check, Act approach to managing health and safety
• emergency procedures, accident investigation and first aid

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Working with Display Screen Equipment

This one module course delivers one CPD hour and comprehensively covers:

• what display screen equipment is and the risks in using it improperly
• your employer’s duties under the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992
• what you should do to ensure your health and safety when using display screen equipment

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Raising Awareness of Trafficking and Modern Slavery

The purpose of this course is to help you understand:

• What modern slavery and trafficking are
• Different types of trafficking
• Who trafficking affects
• The Modern Slavery Act 2015
• Internal trafficking and county lines
• How to spot the signs of trafficking
• How to report concerns about a trafficked child or adult

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Serious Youth Violence

The purpose of this course is to help you understand:

• what is meant by the terms 'serious youth violence'
• how serious youth violence impacts upon communties
• what we already know about serious youth violence
• the vulnerabilities and risk factors that can lead to criminal exploitation
• the process of recruitment and the four main stages; targeting, experience, hooked and trapped
• child criminal exploitation, county lines and their definitions
• what a gang is and the terminologies such as 'gang', 'youth group' and 'serious organised crime group'
• further information on 'Organised Crime Groups' (OCG) and 'Serious Organised Crime Groups' (SOCG)
• details on a report from the Children's Commissioner
  • it is estimated there are 27,000 children in England who self-identify as being gang members
  • tens of thousands more are said to be on the periphery
• current statistics published by The Office of National Statistics
• the reasons why young people say they carry weapons and the different criminal offences associated
• contextual safeguarding and the importance of early intervention
• signs and behaviours to look out for and case studies
• next steps to take

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Domestic Abuse: Children and Young People

The purpose of this course is to help you understand:

• What domestic abuse is and what forms it can take
• What controlling and coercive behaviour is
• The prevalence of domestic abuse
• They key risk factors to be aware of
• Some of the trigger events that can lead to violence
• The impact domestic violence can have
• What protective factors there are
• What to do when you suspect a child or young person is witnessing and/or experiencing domestic abuse
• What support, help and advice is available

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Child Exploitation

This course covers:

• Models & forms of exploitation that a child or young person may be subjected to
• A scenario exploring an example case of exploitation
• Physical and psychological signs of exploitation
• Factors that can increase a person's vulnerability
• Short & long-term effects of exploitation and its impact on family members
• Barriers to disclosure
• What to do if you are worried about a child

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Fire Safety in Education

This four module course delivers four CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• the importance of fire safety training including legislation
• the nature of the fire
• fire hazards
• what to do in the event of a fire
• how to use a fire extinguisher

Raising Awareness of Asbestos

This course covers:

• What asbestos is, its characteristics and where it is liekly to be found
• A look at the three main types of asbestos
• Common uses for asbestos
• When and why asbestos is a problem
• Useful statistics on asbestos from the Health and Safety Executive
• What the Control of Asbestos Regulations say
• The responsibilities of those in control or premises
• Details on what not to do when asbestos is present
• A look at property management and a useful checklist for managing anything asbestos-related

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Adverse Childhood Experiences

The purpose of the course is to help you:

• understand what ACEs are & the two main categories
• understand trauma including the concept of 'Fight, Flight or Freeze' mode
• understand the term toxic stress and its effects on the developing brains of children and adolescents
• understand attachment theory and the differences between secure and insecure attachment in children
• be aware of the potential negative impact (supported by statistics) that being exposed to ACEs
• understand what the protective factors are
• understand what children and young people who experience trauma need to enable them to cope
• improve your listening skills to help you understand the child’s perspective and offer them appropriate support
• understand resilience and how working with parents can help a child become more resilient
• understand what you can do to help break the cycle of ACEs when working with children and families.

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Overcoming Loneliness Online Course

This one module course delivers two CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• The key transitional times
• What does loneliness mean?
• Vulnerable groups
• The effects of loneliness
• Overcoming loneliness
• Support & reflective summary
• Triggers for loneliness
• What we know about loneliness

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Raising Awareness of Legionella

This course raises awareness of the illnesses caused by the legionella bacteria, such as Legionnaires’ disease. If you have a responsibility for maintaining premises, it is your duty to understand and manage legionella risks. The course also covers how and why the bacteria can become dangerous and helps you to understand your responsibilities by looking at the risks and how to manage them.

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Young Carers Online Course

This one module course delivers two CPD hours and comprehensively covers:

• Background - definitions & statistics of young carers
• Understanding the context of caring
• How to make a positive impact
• Legislation
• Understanding the needs of a young carer

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Looked After Children

Written in partnership with The Children’s Society, this course will help you to understand more about looked after children. It explains who they are, their needs and their rights in law. You will learn about the negative impact of being a looked after child and the positive difference that you can make. The course includes suggestions for supporting looked after children both in and out of school.

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