Understanding Child Protection Theory

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
R/504/8525
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
24 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the relationships between children's needs and children's rights.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe with examples the universal needs of children.
  • 1.2
    Describe how these needs become rights.
2

Understand the different forms that child abuse can take and the effects this can have on children.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe signs and symptoms of different forms of possible abuse.
  • 2.2
    Describe the effects abuse can have on children.
3

Understand the importance of responding professionally to a child's disclosure of abuse.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe the importance of responding professionally to a child's disclosure of abuse.
4

Be able to use observational skills to make and maintain appropriate records around issues of child protection.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Describe how appropriate records can be made based on skilled observation around issues of child protection.
  • 4.2
    Demonstrate some key skills used when observing children and adults.
5

Be aware of family circumstances which may result in abusive situations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Describe with examples family circumstances which may result in abusive situations.
6

Understand the roles and responsibilities of key professionals in relation to child protection.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Describe the roles and responsibilities of key professionals in relation to child protection.
7

Understand the importance of confidentiality in relation to child protection procedures and record keeping.

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1
    Describe the importance of confidentiality in relation to child protection issues and procedures.
  • 7.2
    Describe how confidentiality can be maintained in keeping and using records.