Learn the skills to prevent and respond to child abuse, neglect, exploitation and violence in this free online course.

This comprehensive online course provides essential knowledge and skills for anyone involved in child welfare and protection. It covers key concepts like child protection, child development, child protection systems, and child rights. We explain the principles of child participation to help you plan an event involving children. We discuss the forms of child abuse and principles in child protection, equipping participants with the tools needed to recognise, prevent, and respond effectively to child abuse and neglect.

The course will enable participants to grasp international, regional, and national legal frameworks related to child protection. Study the UN guidelines on alternative care, highlighting the forms of alternative care such as kinship, foster care, and others. Through real-life case scenarios and expert guidance, the course emphasises best practices for reporting, handling sensitive situations, and supporting children and families.

Finally, we cover child safeguarding with an example of the policy before looking at monitoring and evaluation in child protection. Examine the steps in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), what to monitor, and the challenges faced during M&E. Whether new to child protection or looking to deepen your expertise, this course offers valuable skills and practical insights to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives. Start learning today to boost your resume.