Having recently completed Safeguarding Children course I found it to be extremely valuable and insightful experience.
The course was well structured, easy to follow, and covered all the areas needed to complete the assessment. The content was both informative and engaging , with real life examples that helped bring the material to life. Overall this course has significantly increased my awareness and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Safeguarding Children Level 1-2
Develop your understanding of safeguarding children and young people – who has a responsibility to protect them, how to recognise signs of abuse or neglect, and the actions required to respond appropriately. Includes focused learning on safeguarding procedures, multi‑agency working, communication and professional responsibilities, supported by realistic case studies and practical scenarios.
Available 24/7
Flexible online learning for healthcare professionals worldwide.
Who is this safeguarding children course for?
- Clinical staff
- Non-clinical staff
- Nurses
- Dentists
- Pharmacists
- Audiologists
- Social care professionals
- Occupational health staff
What’s on this page?
Introduction to the Safeguarding Children Level 1-2 Course
This safeguarding children and young people course covers the knowledge, skills and competencies needed by health and social care professionals to help safeguard the welfare of children.
Developed by a consortium of professional bodies led by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), the programme covers key safeguarding themes including recognising abuse, responding to concerns and understanding professional responsibilities.
The course is mapped to the UK intercollegiate framework Safeguarding Children and Young People: Roles and Competences for Health Care Staff 2019 and provides practical, relevant learning for professionals around the world.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Understand the principles of child safeguarding and protection
- Recognise signs that a child may be at risk of abuse or neglect
- Respond appropriately when concerns are raised or disclosed
- Understand safeguarding procedures and professional responsibilities
- Support effective multi-agency working to protect children
You can also:
- Strengthen confidence when responding to safeguarding concerns
- Apply safeguarding principles across different care settings
Course features
- Three levels of child safeguarding training for both clinical and non-clinical staff
- Relevant to healthcare professionals in the UK and internationally
- Features high-quality, interactive content featuring videos, case studies and questions
Why choose eIntegrity?
Access high-quality safeguarding education developed by leading child health organisations.
Learn through interactive content designed to reinforce real-world safeguarding practice.
Use flexible online modules aligned with nationally recognised safeguarding competencies.
Course content overview
This safeguarding children programme provides structured learning across Levels 1 and 2, supporting professionals with different responsibilities and levels of contact with children and young people.
Level 1 introduces the foundations of child safeguarding, including categories of abuse, legal duties, professional responsibilities, communication and responding to safeguarding concerns. It also highlights the importance of accurate documentation and effective multi-agency working.
Level 2 builds on this knowledge for professionals who have regular contact with children or work with adults who may present a risk to children. The content explores legislation, safeguarding procedures, responding to disclosures of abuse and managing concerns about maltreatment. Additional case studies are included to support learning in primary care, acute care and paediatric settings.
- Subject areas covered: Child protection, safeguarding procedures, abuse recognition, legislation, professional responsibilities, communication and multi-agency working.
- What’s included: Interactive online learning with videos, case studies, assessments and safeguarding scenarios.
Who developed this course?
This course was developed by a consortium of professional bodies led by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).
Written by leading child health and safeguarding specialists, the programme reflects current safeguarding guidance and professional standards. The content is mapped to the intercollegiate framework Safeguarding Children and Young People: Roles and Competences for Health Care Staff 2019, ensuring alignment with recognised UK training requirements.
Our Safeguarding Children modules
Level 1 – Suitable for All Healthcare and Non-clinical Staff
- Introduction to Child Protection and Safeguarding
- Legal Requirements and Professional Responsibilities
- Responding to Safeguarding Concerns
- Multi-Agency Working and Communication
- Documentation and Record Keeping
Level 2 – For Staff Who Have Regular Contact with Children
- Legislation and Safeguarding Guidance
- Recognising Abuse and Maltreatment
- Responding to a Child Disclosure of Abuse
- Roles, Responsibilities and Referral Pathways
- Multi-Agency Working in Practice
- Communication and Documentation
- Primary Care, Acute Care and Paediatric Case Studies
Access 24/7
The Safeguarding Children Level 1-2 course is delivered entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at home, in the workplace or on the move. Each session is short and practical, allowing you to build knowledge around a busy professional schedule without losing momentum.
With modules covering safeguarding principles, recognising abuse, responding to disclosures and multi-agency working, you can dip in and out whenever you need a refresher or want clear guidance on managing safeguarding concerns. This makes the programme ideal for developing confidence in protecting children and responding appropriately to risks, even when time is limited.
Once you’ve completed the course or individual levels, you can use your progress as a record of learning. The programme can also support professional development and demonstrate ongoing safeguarding training within health and social care settings.
People also ask
Who is the Safeguarding Children Level 1-2 course designed for?
What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2?
How is the safeguarding training delivered?
Is the course aligned with UK safeguarding standards?
Hello, I’m Andrea Goddard and welcome to this section of the eIntegrity website, which gives details of the Safeguarding Children program.
The course was developed by a range of leading experts in child protection and contains all the information you will need to be able to protect children from maltreatment.
You can learn at your own pace, and the program includes formative assessments and feedback to test your understanding of the content as you progress through the course.
You’ll find all the details of how you can Register here on the website. I’m sure you’ll find it useful, and I do hope you can join this.
FAQs
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Reviews & Testimonials
Comparing the cost of safeguarding children training
Traditional safeguarding training often requires attendance at classroom-based sessions and scheduled workshops. This online programme offers a flexible and cost-effective alternative, allowing learners to access structured safeguarding education whenever needed while fitting learning around professional responsibilities.
How to get started
Simply enrol through the eIntegrity platform to begin accessing the safeguarding modules. Work through the content at your own pace and revisit key topics whenever needed to support safe and effective practice.
Who is this programme suitable for?
This course is designed for a wide range of professionals involved in safeguarding children and young people, including:
- Clinical staff
- Non-clinical staff
- Nurses
- Dentists
- Pharmacists
- Audiologists
- Social care professionals
- Occupational health staff
The programme supports anyone who needs to understand child safeguarding responsibilities and respond appropriately to concerns. Whether you are new to safeguarding training or refreshing existing knowledge, the course provides practical, evidence-informed learning that supports the protection and wellbeing of children and young people.
