This course raises awareness of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and equips staff with the knowledge and practical skills needed to support autistic children and young people effectively. The training explores communication, sensory processing, behaviour, social interaction, and person-centred approaches that promote inclusion, wellbeing, independence, and positive outcomes.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define autism and understand how it may affect children and young people differently.
• Recognise common characteristics associated with autism, including differences in communication, social interaction, and behaviour.
• Understand sensory processing differences and how these can impact daily life.
• Identify factors that may contribute to anxiety, distress, or behaviours of concern.
• Apply practical strategies to support communication, engagement, and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote person-centred approaches that respect individuality, preferences, and strengths.
• Make reasonable adjustments to support inclusion and participation.
• Record and report concerns appropriately in line with policies and procedures.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, teaching assistants, residential childcare staff, foster carers, youth workers, nurses, and other professionals supporting children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in schools, early years settings, residential childcare, supported living, community services, and family support settings.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes group discussions, practical activities, case studies, videos, and real-life scenarios.

This course raises awareness of Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) and County Lines activity and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns. The training explores how children and young people can be groomed, manipulated, and exploited by criminal networks, helping staff identify risk factors, warning signs, and appropriate intervention strategies to keep children safe.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) and County Lines.
• Understand how children and young people are targeted, groomed, and exploited by criminal groups.
• Recognise the signs and indicators of criminal exploitation.
• Identify risk factors that may increase vulnerability to exploitation.
• Understand the impact exploitation can have on a child's physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
• Recognise the links between County Lines, missing children, gang involvement, violence, and substance misuse.
• Respond appropriately to concerns and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Record, report, and escalate concerns in line with local and national safeguarding guidance.
• Understand the importance of multi-agency working in protecting vulnerable children and young people.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, teachers, teaching assistants, residential childcare staff, foster carers, youth workers, social care staff, nurses, and other professionals working with children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in schools, residential childcare, youth services, community settings, safeguarding teams, and children's social care.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes case studies, group discussions, videos, safeguarding scenarios, and practical exercises to support learning and professional practice.

This course raises awareness of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns. The training explores how children and young people can be groomed, manipulated, and exploited, helping staff identify warning signs, risk factors, and appropriate safeguarding interventions to protect vulnerable individuals from harm.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and understand how it occurs.
• Recognise the signs, indicators, and warning behaviours associated with exploitation.
• Understand how grooming can take place both online and offline.
• Identify risk factors that may increase a child or young person's vulnerability to exploitation.
• Understand the physical, emotional, psychological, and social impact of exploitation.
• Recognise the links between CSE, missing children, substance misuse, coercion, and abuse.
• Respond appropriately to disclosures and safeguarding concerns.
• Follow safeguarding procedures, recording and reporting concerns in line with local and national guidance.
• Understand professional responsibilities and the importance of multi-agency working in protecting children and young people.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, teachers, teaching assistants, residential childcare staff, foster carers, youth workers, social care staff, nurses, and other professionals working with children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in schools, residential childcare, youth services, community settings, safeguarding teams, and children's social care.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes case studies, group discussions, videos, safeguarding scenarios, and practical exercises to support learning and professional practice.

This course raises awareness of learning disabilities and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective, person-centred support. The training explores the challenges individuals may face in daily life, promotes inclusion and independence, and helps staff understand how to support people with learning disabilities to achieve positive outcomes and live fulfilling lives.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define learning disabilities and understand the different types and levels of support individuals may require.
• Understand the impact a learning disability can have on communication, daily living, education, employment, and social inclusion.
• Recognise the importance of person-centred approaches when supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
• Identify barriers that may affect independence, choice, and participation.
• Apply effective communication techniques to support understanding and engagement.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, dignity, and respect.
• Understand the rights of individuals with learning disabilities and the importance of advocacy and empowerment.
• Support individuals to make choices, develop independence, and achieve their personal goals.
• Record and report concerns in line with organisational policies and procedures.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, healthcare assistants, nurses, residential childcare staff, domiciliary care staff, supported living staff, day service workers, and other professionals supporting individuals with learning disabilities.

Particularly relevant for staff working in supported living, residential care, domiciliary care, day opportunities, educational settings, and community services.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes group discussions, case studies, practical activities, videos, and real-life scenarios to support learning and professional practice.

This course raises awareness of mental health and emotional wellbeing in children and young people and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise early signs of mental health difficulties, provide appropriate support, and promote resilience. The training explores common mental health conditions, risk factors, protective factors, and the importance of early intervention to help improve outcomes for children and young people.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define mental health and understand its importance in the lives of children and young people.
• Recognise common mental health conditions affecting children and young people, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, and behavioural disorders.
• Identify risk factors that may impact mental health and emotional wellbeing.
• Recognise early warning signs that a child or young person may be experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Understand the impact mental health challenges can have on learning, relationships, behaviour, and daily life.
• Apply practical strategies to support emotional wellbeing and resilience.
• Promote positive mental health through person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
• Respond appropriately to concerns and know when to seek additional support.
• Record and report concerns in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, teachers, teaching assistants, residential childcare staff, foster carers, youth workers, nurses, and other professionals working with children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in schools, colleges, residential childcare, community services, youth settings, and family support services.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes group discussions, case studies, videos, reflective activities, and real-life scenarios to support learning and professional practice.

This course raises awareness of the risks and vulnerabilities associated with children and young people who go missing from home, care, education, or community settings. The training equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise warning signs, understand the factors that contribute to children going missing, and respond appropriately to safeguard and protect those at risk.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define what is meant by a missing child and understand the legal and safeguarding framework.
• Recognise the risks associated with children and young people who go missing.
• Understand the push and pull factors that may contribute to a child going missing.
• Identify links between missing episodes, child sexual exploitation (CSE), child criminal exploitation (CCE), trafficking, and abuse.
• Recognise warning signs and indicators that a child may be at risk.
• Understand professional responsibilities when a child is reported missing.
• Follow appropriate reporting, recording, and escalation procedures.
• Support children and young people following a missing episode.
• Understand the importance of multi-agency working in safeguarding vulnerable children and young people.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, residential childcare staff, foster carers, teachers, teaching assistants, youth workers, social care staff, nurses, and other professionals working with children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in residential childcare, fostering services, schools, youth services, community settings, and children's social care.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes case studies, group discussions, safeguarding scenarios, videos, and practical exercises to support learning and professional practice.

This course raises awareness of online safety and cyberbullying and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to protect children and young people in an increasingly digital world. The training explores online risks, including cyberbullying, online grooming, exploitation, social media misuse, and exposure to harmful content, while providing practical strategies to promote safe, responsible, and positive online behaviour.

Course Summary

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of online safety for children and young people.
• Recognise common online risks, including cyberbullying, online grooming, exploitation, sexting, and harmful content.
• Identify warning signs that a child or young person may be experiencing online abuse or cyberbullying.
• Understand the impact online harm can have on emotional wellbeing, mental health, relationships, and development.
• Promote safe and responsible use of the internet, social media, gaming platforms, and digital devices.
• Apply practical strategies to help children and young people stay safe online.
• Respond appropriately to online safety concerns and disclosures.
• Follow safeguarding, reporting, and escalation procedures in line with organisational policies and guidance.
• Understand the importance of partnership working with parents, carers, schools, and other professionals.

Who is it for?

Carers, support workers, teachers, teaching assistants, residential childcare staff, foster carers, youth workers, nurses, and other professionals working with children and young people.

Particularly relevant for staff working in schools, colleges, residential childcare, youth services, community settings, and children's social care.

Delivery:

Face-to-face or online interactive training.

Includes case studies, videos, group discussions, safeguarding scenarios, and practical exercises to support learning and professional practice.