Ireland Active - Safeguarding Foundation Level Course - 12th December

Ireland Active is offering Children First Safeguarding Course – The introductory course for the leisure and fitness industry. This course is approved by Tusla, Sport Ireland and Swim Ireland.

The course is suitable for all Managers, Designated Liaison Persons and Facility Staff working in the leisure, health & fitness industry.
This course will be delivered online by a trained Ireland Active Child Welfare Tutor.

COURSE AIM
This course educates participants on the implementation of best practice in protecting the welfare of all children.

CONTENTS
The course is a mix of theory and group work.

On completion of the course, the following areas will be discussed.

(a) Have a basic knowledge of Children First (2011) and relevant legislation.

(b) Implement best practice in protecting the welfare of participants in your facility.

(c) Know how to recognise child protection and welfare concerns.

(d) List categories of abuse and some indicators associated with abuse.

(e) Know how to respond appropriately to child protection and welfare concerns.

(d) Understand the importance of agencies having effective child protection policies, procedures and practices.

TARGET GROUP
This is a mandatory course for (a) any person responsible for managing staff, and (b) staff working with children in any capacity in the leisure, health & fitness industry.

Note - if a participant on the course is under the age of 18, they will need to complete a parent/guardian consent form. Please contact Alma - alma.osmic@irelandactive.ie