CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk

Gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to recognise signs of abuse or neglect and take appropriate action to protect children and young people at risk. This nationally recognised unit, CHCPRT025 – Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk, is designed for individuals working or volunteering in roles where they interact with children and young people, such as in childcare, education, community services, and support work.

This course covers your mandatory reporting responsibilities, legal and ethical frameworks, and practical strategies to identify and report child abuse and neglect in line with current legislation. You’ll learn how to respond appropriately, document concerns, and take action to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in your care.

Topics covered in this course include:

• Recognising indicators of harm, abuse, or neglect

• Understanding the impacts of child abuse on development

• Legislative responsibilities and duty of care

• Mandatory reporting frameworks across Australian states and territories

• Responding to disclosures and suspicions

• Maintaining accurate documentation and records

• Reporting procedures within workplace and legal requirements

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with families and children

Our online delivery format offers flexibility and convenience, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace from the comfort of your home. This course is ideal for:

• Childcare workers

• Early childhood educators

• School staff

• Support workers

• Foster carers

• Youth workers

Whether you’re entering the industry or updating your qualifications, this child protection training will equip you with the confidence to act when it matters most.

Completing this course, students will understand the wider context of child protection within the framework of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, Federal and state/territory legal requirements as well as the ethical considerations and duty of care responsibilities.

Unit Being Delivered

The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909.

CHCPRT025 Identify And Report Children And Young People At Risk

To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au

Important information prior to enrolment

+ COURSE DELIVERY

This course is delivered online

+ ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

Must meet English and LLN requirements. The Training Package clearly states:

Reading – to read and understand forms and to make accurate reports

Writing – to accurately record details of children and young people at risk and to make reports using handwritten skills and computer skills

Communication – to communicate appropriately and effectively with children and young people who disclose sensitive information

+ COURSE DURATION

5 hours This can be completed over a number of sessions. Your course progress will be saved. You will have access to his course for 6 months upon enrolment

+ ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks. These are detailed in the sections following.

+ CERTIFICATE RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS

No industry recommended renewal is identified on the certificate, employers are recommended to consult with stakeholders to identify appropriate training periods.

+ COURSE FEES AND PAYMENTS

• $165

• Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.

• Payment Terms – Payment is upfront through the enrollment link via credit card.

+ WORK PLACEMENT ARRANGEMENTS

No work placement will be required as part of this course.

+ LEARNERS RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SUPPORT, INCLUDING COMPLAINTS

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

What happens at the course?

+ LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Delivery of course information and learning activities.

+ ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES

Assessments conducted online and marked by Allens Training PTY LTD RTO 90909

Performance tasks:

• Complete 2 simulated scenarios

• Child/young person at risk disclosure

• Child/young person at risk signs reporting

  Documentation:

• Locate Policies and Procedures in the workplace

• Complete two incident report forms

Theory assessment - An exam consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.