This essential child safety and safeguarding course is designed for professionals working in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.
It provides educators with the practical knowledge and legal understanding needed to identify, respond to and report child safety concerns in line with Victorian legislation.
Participants will learn how to recognise the signs of abuse or neglect, meet reporting obligations and embed a child-safe culture in their everyday practice – ensuring every child in their care is protected, respected and supported.
What You Will Learn
This training gives early childhood professionals a clear, practical framework for understanding and acting on child safety responsibilities. Participants will learn to:
- Understand what safeguarding means in early learning environments
- Apply legal obligations under mandatory reporting and the Reportable Conduct Scheme
- Recognise the signs and indicators of abuse and neglect
- Respond appropriately to incidents or concerns
- Identify internal and external reporting pathways, including to the regulator
- Promote a child-safe and professional culture within your service
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for all staff and leaders in the ECEC sector, including:
- Teachers and early childhood educators
- Education assistants and support staff
- Kindergarten and long day care professionals
- Family day care providers
- Educational leaders and nominated supervisors
- Centre directors and approved providers
Why Choose This Training
- Developed and delivered by specialist safeguarding consultants with ECEC expertise
- Updated with the latest legislative requirements and regulatory expectations
- Supports your service’s compliance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards and National Quality Framework
- Reinforces the educator’s role as a frontline protector of children
- Promotes a consistent, proactive safeguarding culture across your organisation
