Diploma in Bullying Awareness

Learn to understand, prevent and respond to bullying with this child-friendly, awareness-driven course—perfect for schools and caregivers.

Overview
Bullying isn't just about name-calling or physical conflict—it’s a deeply emotional experience that can leave lasting scars. The Diploma in Bullying Awareness offers clear, compassionate, and structured guidance to help learners understand bullying in all its forms, why it happens, and how to respond confidently. Through engaging modules, children and adults alike explore topics such as empathy, feelings, reporting bullying, and what safe spaces really mean.

This online course is designed with simplicity and sensitivity in mind, making it suitable for learners of all backgrounds. Each lesson encourages reflection, healthy emotional development, and responsible behaviour. Whether you're teaching, parenting, or supporting a young person, this course provides the knowledge needed to contribute meaningfully to a bully-free environment—without making things too heavy or preachy.

Learning Outcomes:

• Define bullying and recognise its different emotional and social impacts.
• Identify common types of bullying, from verbal to cyber-based abuse.
• Understand why some individuals engage in bullying behaviour.
• Recognise healthy relationships and respectful communication styles.
• Develop strategies to deal with anger, fear, and sadness constructively.
• Prepare an anti-bullying action and communication plan confidently.

Course Curriculum:

• Lesson 1 – Defining Bullying
• Lesson 2 – What Are the Different Types of Bullying
• Lesson 3 – Why Do People Bully
• Lesson 4 – What Does a Bully-Free Classroom Look Like
• Lesson 5 – What Are Our Bully-Free Classroom Rules
• Lesson 6 – Should I Report Bullying?
• Lesson 7 – What If I’m Being Bullied?
• Lesson 8 – How Do I Make Friends?
• Lesson 9 – What Does It Feel Like to Be Bullied?
• Lesson 10 – What Is Empathy?
• Lesson 11 – What Should I Do If I Hurt Someone?
• Lesson 12 – How Do I Deal with My Anger?
• Lesson 13 – How Do I Deal with My Fears?
• Lesson 14 – Getting in Touch with My Feelings (Sad, Mad, Scared)
• Lesson 15 – My Anti-Bullying Plan of Action (Part 1)
• Lesson 16 – My Anti-Bullying Talking Guide (Part 2)
• Lesson 17 – How to Create Bully-Free Zones (Bathroom, Cafeteria)

Who is this Course For:

• Teachers wanting to promote respectful classroom behaviour and values.
• Parents looking to support their child’s emotional wellbeing.
• School staff working to foster a bully-free school culture.
• Youth mentors and group leaders supporting vulnerable learners.
• Online tutors aiming to create safe learning environments.
• Home educators seeking structured emotional learning resources.
• Learning assistants supporting social-emotional development in schools.
• Safeguarding teams enhancing their preventative learning materials.

Career Path (UK Average Salaries):

• Teaching Assistant – £19,500 per year
• Child and Youth Worker – £23,000 per year
• Pastoral Support Officer – £21,000 per year
• Family Support Worker – £24,000 per year
• School Behaviour Mentor – £22,000 per year
• Anti-Bullying Policy Coordinator – £26,000 per year