Safeguarding Children and the Internet

Safeguarding Children and the Internet

The Safeguarding Children Internet Safety course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to protect your child from the dangers of the internet. You will learn about the different risks that children face online, and how to protect them. You will also learn about the latest research on cyberbullying and internet grooming, and how to identify the signs that your child may be a victim.

This online course is split into the following modules:

Module 1: Keeping children safe on the internet.

Module 2: Social media and online safety

Module 3: Sexting

Module 4: Online Bullying / Cyberbullying

Module 5: Grooming

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of internet safety concepts and their application in safeguarding children, ensuring effective implementation of safeguarding children measures.
• Identify the importance of privacy and appropriate online content in protecting children from online threats, promoting safeguarding children practices.
• Gain insights into the phenomenon of cyberbullying and effective strategies for prevention and intervention, enhancing safeguarding children efforts.
• Understand the dynamics of internet grooming and acquire knowledge of measures to safeguard children from potential dangers, prioritising safeguarding children in online environments.
• Learn safe practices for social media use and promote responsible online behaviour among children, fostering a culture of safeguarding children in digital spaces.
• Explore skills and tips for monitoring and managing a child's internet usage, ensuring their digital well-being and safeguarding children from online risks.

Assessment Method

After completing each module there will be a quiz to assess your learning. You will move through the later modules upon successful completion of the quiz test. This process continues till the end of the course. You need to achieve and overall score of 70% correct answers to pass this online course. 

Certification

After completing the course, you can instantly download your certificate for FREE.