Learning Outcomes

Understanding Child Neglect

The Effect of Child Neglect

Reporting and Responding to Child Neglect

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about the most common form of child neglect and the reasons for neglect. We will explore the environmental, physical and behavioural signs and the impact of child neglect. We look at the risk factors to help identify vulnerable children and families, including the protective factors.

Child Neglect Awareness Training - Course Assessment

Learn how to detect and legally respond to possible child neglect in this free online social work and childcare course.

Child Neglect Awareness Training

Child neglect is one of the most common forms of abuse. This course lays out the many types of child neglect and shows you how to identify its signs. We explain why parents or caregivers might neglect children and provide examples of child neglect cases. We examine the risk and protective factors and the relevant UK laws and regulations to help you prevent harm to children. Sign up to become an extra layer of protection against child abuse.

What Is Bullying?

What is Cyberbullying?

Why Do Children Bully?

Bullying is an often repeated and habitual conduct. It is a subcategory of aggressive behaviour. This module will explain the 'what' and 'why' of bullying. It will examine the concept of bullying and outline the criteria for bullying behaviour. You will learn about the relevance and severity of bullying. Cyberbullying is a form of bullying and you will study its causes and related issues. You will also get useful information on the reasons why children exhibit bullying behaviour.

Effects and Signs of Bullying

What Can Parents Do if Their Child Is Being Bullied?

What Can Parents do if Their Child is a Bully?

Teacher's Perspective on Bullying in Schools

Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes associated with the physical and mental healths of the bullied, the bully and the one who witnesses bullying or the bystanders. This module will describe the short and long term effects of bullying. You will learn about the action steps for parents in situations where their child is either a bully or is being bullied. You will also get familiar with the responsibilities of teachers.

Identity Based Bullying and Special Cases

The Equality Act, 2010

Government and Ofsted Guidance on Tackling Bullying in Schools

This module will focus on some special cases of bullying caused due to ignorance, wrong beliefs or stereotyping among school children. You will be introduced to the Equality Act 2010 which defines the six types of discrimination that are unlawful. The Act also explains some forms of discrimination that are not prohibited. You will also learn about other regulations and recommendations for schools by Ofsted study, which will help in designing some school's anti-bullying policy.

Anti-Bullying Training - Assessment

Learn about the roles and responsibilities parents and teachers have in identifying and preventing bullying.

Anti-Bullying Training

This course will provide useful information and basic tools for parents and teachers to address bullying. You will understand why it is such a pertinent issue and recognize that all children involved need help – those who are bullied and those who bully. You will also learn about cyberbullying and the relevant legislation. In this course you will learn how to protect children from self doubt and suffering in the context of incidents of bullying.

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