Training Programme
E Learning
E learning sessions covering a wide range of subjects are available here.
E-learning has the advantage that you can study where and when you want, at a time and pace that suits you. Each e-learning session is linked to the appropriate National Occupational Standards (NOS). Sessions are not assessed but there are activities, case studies and a multiple choice questionnaire which will help you to reflect on your learning.
Access
To access the e-learning sessions, you will need basic IT skills in using the internet, sending and receiving emails, and downloading files. If you don’t have access to a computer at home, your local library can offer you 30 minutes free internet access per day.
Before you can access the e-learning sessions, you will need to apply for a password. Please complete and return the e-learning password request form you’ll find on the website. You will then be sent a password together with full instructions on how to register online and login to the e-learning sessions.
Certificates
Certificates for e-learning sessions you have completed are available on request. These form a record of your learning, and can be incorporated into your Professional Portfolio as evidence of your Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Before we can issue your certificate you will be required to complete a multiple choice questionnaire to test your understanding of the session, and a short valuation form for each session undertaken.
The questionnaire, evaluation form and certificate request form are included at the end of each e-learning session.
Devon Children’s Trust E-learning Zone
The Devon Children’s Trust e-learning zone has been created in partnership with Learning Pool. The e-learning sessions are available to anyone working with children and young people in Devon including parents and carers. The sessions cover a wide range of topics including:
- Child Protection
- Children and Young Adults - Physical, Mental and Social Wellbeing
- Children’s Physical Development
- Children’s Social and Emotional Development
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Equal Opportunities and Diversity
- Health and Safety
- Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
- Looked After Children and Young People
- Management Skills
- Skills for Trainers
- Supporting Children’s Learning
- Working in an Early Years Setting
- Working with Babies
- Working with Children
- Working with Other Agencies
The sessions are designed to increase your skills and knowledge around working with children and young people. The sessions can be accessed from any computer, at a time and a place to suit you.
E learning module – An Introduction to Safeguarding Children.
Self enrol here.
Multi agency Child Protection Training DVD
A 15 minute awareness level DVD. To view the DVD you will require a password - which is ‘safeguarding’.
Children’s Workforce Induction Programme (Artemis)
An e-learning programme covering all the areas of knowledge required for the Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC) induction standards at an introductory level. Modules include:
- Understanding your role and the role of others
- Context of family
- Introduction to child development
- Discrimination and prejudice
- Health issues
- Keeping good records
- Forms of abuse
- Understanding confidentiality
- Knowing your resources
- What children want and need to feel safe
- Effective communication
- Risk assessment
- Recognising challenging behaviour
To apply for a login, email childrenstrustwfd@devon.gov.uk
NSPCC website
Free learning resources that can be used alone or by teams at work. Access here.
Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect – Foundation
You can self-enrol for this module here.
Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect - Young People version
Aimed at individuals who work only with older children and young people. You can self-enrol for this module here.
Getting online
UK online centres
UK online centres are for anyone who wants to try out computers and the internet. UK online centres aim to provide everyone in the UK with access to computers near to where they live, as well as giving help and advice on using them. To find your nearest centre, search online here.
Other online learning resources
learndirect offer a wide range of computer-based training covering reading, writing and number skills; and improving IT skills. To find your nearest learndirect centre, or for further information about a course, call 0800 101 901
These sections are particularly useful, and provide a wealth of learning resources and links to other useful websites:
- Children’s Learning – including links to Curriculum Online, Parents Centre and Childcare Careers
- Health and Nursing – including online First Aid courses, health advice for 18-25 year olds, links to NHS Direct and St John Ambulance websites.
- Schools – including learning resources for children of all ages and links to various websites providing information and advice to children and young adults.
- There are also free online learning courses in computer skills and literacy and numeracy skills.
