Online Safety Training: Protecting Children in the Digital World
If you work with children and young people, or are a parent or guardian, you have a vital role in safeguarding them from online dangers. To do this effectively, it’s essential to understand the threats they may face and how to mitigate or eliminate them.
This Online Safety Training Course empowers individuals to take proactive steps in protecting children from digital risks. It introduces the Online Safety Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation that holds user-to-user platforms, such as social media, accountable for addressing illegal and harmful content.
What You'll Learn:
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Understanding the Online Safety Act: Learn how the law enforces a duty of care for platforms to safeguard young users.
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Identifying Risks: Spot the signs of cyberbullying, grooming, and other online threats.
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Effective Communication: Discover how to discuss online safety concerns with children.
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Reporting and Prevention: Gain confidence in reporting harmful content and using parental controls to create safer online environments.
A Sensitive and Supportive Learning Experience
This course addresses serious topics, including cyberbullying, child sexual abuse, and grooming, which may be uncomfortable for some learners. We encourage you to move through the material at your own pace and take breaks as needed.
Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to help protect children online. Start your training today and make the digital world a safer place.
