Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 3 Diploma

Child abuse and neglect remain critical issues affecting children worldwide. In the UK, over 83,840 children were identified as needing protection in 2023 (Department for Education, UK). Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one in four adults experienced physical abuse in childhood, with many more suffering emotional or sexual abuse. These alarming child protection statistics highlight the urgent need for trained professionals skilled in child safeguarding, child welfare, and child safety training.

This Level 3 Diploma in Child Protection and Safeguarding equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify child abuse, follow safeguarding procedures, and take effective action to protect vulnerable children. Whether you work in education, healthcare, social work, or child-focused community services, this child protection training prepares you to support children's wellbeing and create safe, nurturing environments.

With increasing legal responsibilities and public awareness around child safeguarding, organisations and professionals are expected to meet the highest child protection standards. Completing this diploma will enhance your professional profile, demonstrate your safeguarding expertise, and ensure you confidently contribute to child safety and wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes of Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 3 Diploma

• Understand the legal framework and key guidelines related to child protection.
• Recognise the social and emotional development stages of children.
• Identify how personality and intellectual development affect children’s growth.
• Define and understand different types of child abuse.
• Recognise the signs and risks of child sexual exploitation.
• Assess how domestic violence impacts children’s wellbeing.
• Carry out risk assessments to spot potential dangers to children.
• Respond sensitively and appropriately to disclosures of abuse.
• Know how to report and follow up on child protection referrals.
• Understand the safeguarding needs of trafficked children.
• Promote infant mental health and support healthy early attachments.
• Assess children’s needs and provide effective early help.

Why This Course Is Essential for You

• The UK saw over 6,500 serious safeguarding cases reported in 2023 (Ofsted), creating a high demand for qualified child protection professionals.
• Learn to identify and respond to all forms of child abuse physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect — improving your confidence and safeguarding effectiveness.
• Help protect vulnerable children, support families, and promote safer environments within your workplace, community, and child-focused organisations.
• Enhance your CV and open up job and promotion opportunities in education, healthcare, social work, early years care, and child welfare services.

Key Features of the Child Protection and Safeguarding Course

• A CPD certificate that is recognised worldwide.
• A great online learning experience.
• Interesting and unique online materials and activities.
• Expert guidance and support from field leaders.
• Access to the study resources anytime you want.
• Friendly and helpful customer service and admin support by email, phone, and chat from Monday through Friday.
• Get a year-long access to the course.

Course Format and Features

The Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 3 Diploma is a fully online course, offering you the flexibility to learn whenever and wherever suits you best. After enrolling, you will receive your login details within 24–48 hours (usually sooner). The course features clear video tutorials, interactive quizzes, and practical resources to help you apply what you learn. Upon successful completion, you will receive a Level 3 Diploma certificate to enhance your professional profile and demonstrate your expertise in safeguarding.

Duration and Commitment

This course takes approximately 6 hours to complete, allowing you to study at your own pace and fit learning around your schedule.

Entry Requirements

No prior experience or qualifications are necessary. This course is ideal for anyone working or aspiring to work in childcare, education, social care, healthcare, or related sectors who wants to deepen their knowledge of child protection, safeguarding, and child welfare.

CPD Certificate from Course Gate

On successful completion of the Child Protection and Safeguarding Level 3 Diploma course, you can order your CPD certificate from us: PDF certificate for £9, hard copy for £15, or both for £22.

Who Is This Child Safeguarding Course For?

• Childcare professionals and educators
• Social workers and healthcare practitioners
• Staff working in organisations focused on children
• Anyone wanting to improve their understanding of child protection and safeguarding

Topics Covered in This Course

• Key UK laws, statutory guidance, and frameworks related to child protection
• Understanding children's social and emotional development stages
• Personality traits and intellectual growth factors affecting children
• Different types of child abuse, their signs, and long-term effects
• Identifying and responding to child sexual exploitation
• The impact of domestic violence on children’s mental and emotional wellbeing
• Conducting effective risk assessments in child safeguarding
• How to respond sensitively to abuse disclosures and report incidents properly
• Post-referral procedures and professional responsibilities
• Safeguarding practices for trafficked and exploited children
• Promoting infant mental health and fostering secure early attachments
• Assessing a child's needs and delivering early help and intervention strategies

Career Pathways

Completing this diploma opens up rewarding roles across many sectors, including:

• Safeguarding Officer
• Social Worker
• School Pastoral Support Worker
• Child Protection Coordinator
• Healthcare Support Worker
• Youth Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Early Years Practitioner

Disclaimer

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. Your account details will be sent to your email within 24 to 48 hours (but don’t worry, we’re usually much quicker).