Safeguarding Children Level 1 Training Course

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OVERVIEW

Safeguarding Children Level 1 Training Course

CPD Accredited | CQC Compliant | Self-Paced Online Learning

This introductory Safeguarding Children Level 1 course is designed for anyone who works with or comes into contact with children or young people, including those in healthcare, social care, education, and voluntary settings. Whether you’re starting your safeguarding journey or completing refresher training, this course gives you the confidence and understanding to identify concerns and take appropriate action.

Course Update: This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

Course Overview

Duration: Approximately 1 Hour
Learning Format: 100% online, self-paced
Assessment: Multiple-choice quiz (70% pass mark, unlimited free retakes)
Certification: CPD-accredited certificate available to download instantly
Access Period: 12 months
Compliance: Aligned with CQC and Core Clinical Framework standards

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Safeguarding Children Level 1 free course certificate.

Who Should Take This Course?

Early Years Practitioners (nursery staff, childminders)
Healthcare Professionals (nurses, GPs, allied health workers)
Social Care Workers (support workers, residential staff)
Education Support Staff (assistants, lunchtime supervisors)
Youth Workers & Mentors
Volunteers in community groups or sports clubs
Passenger transport workers and anyone with occasional child contact

It’s perfect for inductions, refresher training, or as a foundation before progressing to more advanced levels of safeguarding.

What You will learn?

What You’ll Learn: The Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

Define the terms safeguarding, child, young person, abuse, and maltreatment
Understand your role and responsibilities in protecting children
Recognise the impact of domestic violence, substance misuse, and mental health on child welfare
Identify online risks, including social media and internet safety
Follow local procedures for reporting concerns
Know where to access support for safeguarding and child protection

This course covers essential topics such as local authority roles, the function of Safeguarding Children Boards, levels of vulnerability, the rights of children, and how to respond appropriately to signs of abuse or neglect.

Lessons

A Course Overview: What Modules are Included?

The course is structured into engaging, easy-to-follow units:

Unit 1: Introduction to Safeguarding Children

Unit 2: Understanding Key Concepts and Definitions

Unit 3: Risk Factors, Types of Abuse & Reporting Procedures

Unit 1: Introduction to Safeguarding Children

Unit 2: Understanding Key Concepts and Definitions

Unit 3: Risk Factors, Types of Abuse & Reporting Procedures

Each unit includes real-world examples and practical guidance tailored for anyone in a care, education, or community setting.

Getting Assessed & Certified

After completing the course, you’ll take a short multiple-choice quiz. To pass, you’ll need a score of 700%; but, there’s no need to don’t worry, unlimited free retakes are included.

Once you pass, you can instantly download your CPD-accredited certificate, with the option to order a professionally printed hard copy for UK delivery.

Why Choose Us?

With Caredemy courses, you benefit from:

CPD Accredited: Recognised certification to boost your CV
CQC Compliant: Meets UK care sector safeguarding requirements
Learn Anytime, Anywhere: Access on mobile or desktop, 24/7
Audit-Ready: Helps support your organisation’s compliance efforts
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How to Enrol

Getting started is quick and easy. Book online today through our secure website and get immediate access to your course. Prefer to speak with someone? Call our helpful team on 0203 488 7599.

If you’re booking for a team, our Learner Management System makes it simple to assign courses, track progress, and maintain compliance across your organisation.

Looking to Progress Further?

After completing Level 1, you may wish to continue your learning with our Safeguarding Children Level 2 Course or explore specialist safeguarding pathways in adult care.

Safeguarding Children Level 1 FAQ

Safeguarding Children Level 1 Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Safeguarding Children Level 1 course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Safeguarding Children Level 1 certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Safeguarding Children Level 1 course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Safeguarding Children Level 1 course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Safeguarding Children Level 1 course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner's course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.

What our customers say

Reviews

August 1, 2025

Accessible

Kate Macauley

July 31, 2025

The course was incredibly informative and user friendly. I appreciated the downloadable workbook, which helped reinforce to the course

Mahesh Pokuri

July 31, 2025

I recently completed the Safeguarding Children Level 1 course with Caredemy. It was concise, easy to follow, and covered all the key points. I liked the flexibility to study at my own pace, and the instant certificate was a bonus. Highly recommended for anyone needing a basic understanding of safeguarding.

Ruhi Gaikwad

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Assessment & Certification

You will be given a multiple-choice exam available at the end of the learning, you will be graded. On a pass mark of 70% or higher a certificate is issued.

You may retake the test at your convenience at no additional cost.

On completion of the exam, a free certificate is instantly available for you to download or print.

A hard copy certificate printed on certificate grade paper can be purchased for a nominal fee via your learner dashboard and are dispatched within one working day to your address.