Working with Children and Young People
Empower Your Skills, Protect Their Futures: Essential Training for Working with Children and Young People

If you are working with children and young people, or planning to start, this comprehensive CPD-accredited course provides the essential foundations to support your role. Designed to equip you with practical skills, this training helps you engage effectively, protect the welfare, and maintain professional boundaries when working with children and young people.
With over 25 years of experience in working with children and young people, our expert trainers bring deep knowledge and hands-on guidance to help you work more safely and confidently in this rewarding yet challenging field.
Why Choose This Course on Working with Children and Young People?
Working with children and young people requires understanding their development, behaviour, and safeguarding needs. This course enhances your current skills and knowledge, covering:
- Key stages of child and adolescent development
- Behavioural insights when working with children and young people
- Statutory safeguarding responsibilities
- Relevant legislation and best practice guidance
Understanding these areas is crucial for creating meaningful and supportive sessions, as well as promoting positive outcomes.
What You Will Learn About Working with Children and Young People
- Practical techniques for engaging children and young people
- The impact of social influences and holistic approaches on youth behaviour
- Risk assessment and management in settings involving children and young people
- Navigating common challenges when working with children and young people
- Building confidence through up-to-date legislation and safeguarding policies
- Opportunities to connect and learn alongside other professionals working with children and young people
Our course is designed to meet the latest statutory requirements and can be completed face-to-face or in a live, interactive online classroom.
Learning Objectives: Working with Children and Young People
- Develop skills to engage children and young people effectively
- Understand developmental stages and how they affect behaviour
- Identify and manage common challenges in youth-focused work
- Gain a clear understanding of safeguarding duties and legislation
- Foster supportive professional networks for those working with children and young people
Who Should Take This Course
Ideal for counsellors, therapists, teachers, social workers, youth workers, pastoral staff, and anyone working with vulnerable children and young people, this 6-hour course provides vital knowledge and tools to support your role.
If you’re working with children and young people and want to make a meaningful impact, this course is designed for you.
Enrol now to build your confidence and competence in working with children and young people
CPD Accreditation
CPD Hours
5.10 CPD Hours
Course Type
Delivered Live Online Training
Or Face to Face Onsite Training
Learning Format
Live Training
Course Duration
6 Hours
The Course Includes
- 6 Hours of Live Training
- Course Materials & Supplemental Resources
- CPD Certificate

"Anyone working with children should do this course, thanks Suzanne " Emma, Wolverhampton
"I have found this course so useful for my private practice, highly recommend it." Jayne, Birmingham
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FAQ's
What checks do I need to work with children?
It is a legal requirement for employees working unsupervised with children and volunteers with specific contact duties to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What legislation is relevant to safeguarding children?
The primary legislation in England includes the Children Act 1989, the Children Act 2004, and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. Local safeguarding partners are responsible for developing child protection policy, procedure, and guidance
What are professional boundaries and why are they important?
Professional boundaries are the legal, ethical, and organizational frameworks that protect both clients and professionals from physical and emotional harm.
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