QNUK Level 2 Award in
Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People (RQF)
Qualification number: 601/7305/1
Guided learning hours: 6
Total Qualification time: 10
Credit value: 1
Who is this for? This qualification is intended for anyone working with children or young people. This may be in a paid or voluntary role. The qualification covers all of the elements of shorter "awareness" courses but also includes information on what to do with a disclosure and how to protect yourself from allegations.
Pre-Requisites: This qualification is available to those over 18 years. This age has been set due to the content of the qualification. Parental consent may be required for learners under 18. Learners should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent
Progression route: Learners may progress onto other courses related to child care or youth work. QNUK qualifications include:
- QNUK Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care (RQF)
- QNUK Level 2 Award in Understanding County Lines (RQF)
- QNUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
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More: for more information about this qualification, download the qualification specification
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This qualification was developed by safeguarding professionals and covers a range of best practice, including every child matters.