Certificate in Safeguarding and Child Protection for Nursery Staff

The Certificate in Safeguarding and Child Protection for Nursery Staff offers essential training to nursery professionals on ensuring the safety and well-being of children under their care. This programme covers vital topics such as identifying signs of abuse, understanding safeguarding procedures, implementing child protection policies, and promoting a safe and secure environment within nursery settings. Participants learn effective communication strategies, reporting protocols, and how to work collaboratively with families and relevant authorities.

Overview

The completion of the certificate programme reassures parents and guardians that nursery staff are trained and competent in safeguarding and child protection practices, fostering trust and confidence in the nursery’s commitment to children’s safety.

Duration

25-40 hours

Learning Aims & Outcome

The learning outcomes of this course include:

• Introduction to Child Protection and Safeguarding
  • Understanding Child Protection and Safeguarding
  • Legal Frameworks and Guidelines
  • Roles and Responsibilities in Nursery Settings
  • Creating a Safe and Protective Environment
• Recognizing Signs of Abuse and Neglect
  • Types of Abuse and Neglect
  • Impact of Abuse and Neglect on Child Development
• Responding to Concerns and Disclosures
  • How to Respond to a Child Disclosing Abuse
  • Recording and Reporting Concerns
  • Working with Other Agencies and Professionals
• Preventing Abuse and Promoting Welfare
  • Risk Assessment and Management
  • Implementing Policies and Procedures
  • Promoting Positive Behaviour and Emotional Well-being
• Special Considerations in Nursery Settings
  • Safeguarding Very Young Children
  • Working with Diverse Families and Cultures
  • Safeguarding Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
  • Applying Knowledge to Practical Situations
  • Reflective Practice and Continuous Improvement

Value of Course

Developed by Professionals

This course is CPD Certified

Assessment

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions and short answer with a pass mark of 100%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don’t pass don’t worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.