[NEW] Child Safety and Protection I: From Awareness to Application
[NEW] Child Safety and Protection I: From Awareness to Application
About Course
This short course aims to equip Early Childhood (EC) and Early Intervention (EI) professionals with the foundational knowledge of relevant standards and procedures on child safety and protection. It builds awareness and essential response skills to identify and respond to child safety concerns within the preschool setting. The training also aims to strengthen confidence, enhance professional judgment, and cultivate a child-safe culture in early childhood educational and care settings where EC and EI professionals are empowered to act in the best interests of all children.
Note: This course will be conducted based on an online microlearning format made up of bite-sized sessions that include short videos, readings and e-quizzes.
On completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- identify possible indicators of abuse and neglect in young children;
- understand their responsibilities in safeguarding children;
- respond appropriately and confidently to concerns or disclosures;
- apply reporting procedures using the Sector Specific Screening Guide (SSSG) framework;
- support children and families with professionalism and care; and
- contribute to a safer and more protective preschool environment.
Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Attainment from the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA).
Entry Requirements
This course is for individuals who meet the following criteria:
- have completed an ECDA-recognised certificate or diploma in early childhood care and education;
- be ECDA-certified as an L1/L2/EY1/EY2 teacher;
- currently employed in a childcare centre registered or licensed with ECDA; and
- hold one of the following occupational titles: Beginning Infant Educator, Infant Educator, Senior Infant Educator, Beginning Early Years Educator, Early Years Educator, Senior Early Years Educator, Lead Early Years Educator, Beginning Preschool Educator, Preschool Educator, Senior Preschool Educator, Lead Preschool Educator, Curriculum/Pedagogy Specialist, Deputy Centre Leader, Centre Leader, Senior Centre Leader, Beginning Early Intervention Educator, Early Intervention Educator, Senior Early Intervention Educator, Lead Early Intervention Educator, Senior Lead Early Intervention Educator, Learning Support Educator, Senior Learning Support Educator, Lead Learning Support Educator, Senior Lead Learning Support Educator, Cluster Manager, Centre Manager, or Director.
Fees Payable
This course is free for eligible educators!
Other funding support and financial schemes may be available.
Find out more here.
Please contact us for more information on course fees and available funding.
Other funding support and financial schemes may be available.
Find out more here.
Please contact us for more information on course fees and available funding.
Course Schedule
Please note:
- Course schedule is subject to changes. NIEC reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme and amend information without prior notice.
- Classes will only commence if the minimum class size is met. A confirmation email will be sent to you at least 3 weeks before course commencement.
Have questions? Connect with us!
Ms Chu Yun Tan
Email: TAN_Chu_Yun@niec.edu.sg
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