The Online Safeguarding Children Level 3 DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) course is designed for individuals who are responsible for safeguarding children. This Online DSL Training is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including those who work directly with children or supervise others working with children. Some examples of settings where this training would be beneficial include schools, academies, nurseries, preschools, sports centres, sports teams, leisure centres, clinics, surgeries, health centres, lone workers, and out-of-school and afterschool settings.
You have until 6 months of expiry to print out a copy of your certificate.
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Description
What does this course cover
Course Overview: Firstly, an introduction to the content and structure of the course.
KCSIE 2022 (1st Sept 2022) and shortly KCSIE 2023 (01st Sept 2023): Next, an overview of the latest version of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
The Designated Safeguarding Lead: Subsequently, an exploration of the role and responsibilities of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Designated Safeguarding Officer.
Defining Safeguarding: Moving on, an examination of the concept of safeguarding and its importance in protecting children.
Conceptions of Vulnerable Children: Moreover, an in-depth look at factors that contribute to children’s vulnerability.
Influencing Factors: Additionally, an exploration of external factors that can impact children’s safety and well-being.
The Protection: Furthermore, an understanding of the protective measures and systems in place for safeguarding children.
Defining Child Abuse: Moreover, a comprehensive definition of different forms and types of child abuse.
The Hidden Face: Furthermore, a focus on recognising signs and indicators of child abuse that may not be immediately apparent.
Types and Forms of Abuse: Subsequent to that, this online safeguarding children training will examine of various forms of child abuse, such as physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
This course will further aim to cover
The Prevent Duty: Additionally, an understanding of the Prevent Duty and its relevance in safeguarding children from radicalisation and extremism.
Recognising Signs: Furthermore, learning how to identify signs of child abuse or neglect.
Child Protection Law: Moreover, familiarising with the legal framework surrounding child protection and safeguarding.
Protection Policies and Procedures: Additionally, gaining an understanding of the policies and procedures that support safeguarding efforts.
Disclosure, Recording, Referrals, and Post Referrals: Subsequently, an exploration of the process of handling disclosures, recording information, making referrals, and managing the aftermath.
Section 11: Moreover, an understanding of the responsibilities of organisations and agencies under Section 11 of the Children Act 2004 covered through online safeguarding children training.
Sharing of Information: Additionally, an exploration of the importance of information sharing in safeguarding and understanding the relevant protocols.
Safer Recruitment: Furthermore, learning about safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety of children within an organisation and online safeguarding children training.
Taking the Next Step and Latest Updates: Lastly, considering the actions and further steps to be taken as a Designated Safeguarding Lead, as well as staying updated with the latest developments in safeguarding children.
The latest updates are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 01st September 2022 and Working together to Safeguard Children 01st July 2022
Who is this course for?
Who should enrol on this Online Safeguarding Children Level 3 DSL course
This Online Safeguarding Children Level 3 DSL | Designated Safeguarding Lead | Online DSL Training course has been created to work best with settings such as and not limited to Schools, Academies, Nurseries and Per-Schools, Sports Centres, Sports Teams, Leisure centres, Clinics, Surgeries, Health Centres, lone workers, out of school and afterschool settings.
Requirements
There are no requirements to complete this course but you will need a basic understanding of Safeguarding Children and Child Protection, we therefore suggest you complete the Safeguarding Children Level 2 first.
Please ensure you enter the correct student details, full name and email address so that your student and/or yourself are certificated correctly. Once a course is completed the name on the certificate cannot be changed.
You have until 6 months of expiry to print out a copy of your certificate.
Career path
With this qualification and experience you could become or act as the Safeguarding Officer, Safeguarding Lead within your organisation.
Questions and answers
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K Burrow asked:
I was going to take this course, but the information says that training complies with KCSiE 2018. As this was updated in September 2019, I won't buy!
Answer:
Hello, I am sorry about this - it appears that we did not update the information on this page. It is 2019. Thank Garry.
Hello, This qualification is the Safeguarding Children Level 3 DSL course as stated in the title. There are Level 4 qualifications and of course degree courses after this course.
How is the course assessed? Multiple choice test?
There are a lot of DSL courses advertised yet they vary so much in price, how do they differ?
Answer:
Hello, Yes to pass the course you must complete a multiple choice test, which you can take as many times as you like included in the price. To see how courses differ you would need to see what each course offers.
Good morning, The Level 3 will take between 3-4hrs to complete but can be completed in stages - with no time limits.
Please let me know if I can assist you further.
Garry Harvey
I am wanting to complete the Level 3 DSL course but i wanted to check that if I sign up now - would i only get the info for KCSIE 2022 and not 2023?
Answer:
Hello, Although the latest KCSIE does not kick in until 01st September, you will notice that our course has been updated to the latest KCSIE 2023 with links still in place for the old version of KCSIE 2022. Thanks Garry
Has this been updated for KCSIE 2023 as it states 2022??
Answer:
Hello, The KCSI 2023 is not in force until 01st September as stated by the government website - therefore we can not give out the 2013 guidance until such time and confuse those thinking they are to work to that guidance now. However, Yes, our course shall be inline with these new updates from 01st September 2023.
can a playworker level 3 be a designated safguarding leader who has safguarding level 3
Answer:
In theory anyone can become the safeguarding officer as long as the owner/director of the organisation believes that the individual holds the relevant level of qualification and/or experience. The Level 3 DSL curse would usually be the minimum requirement needed.
I did a level 5 safeguarding module in my degree, if I did this in addition would I be a DSL?
Answer:
Hello, You would only become a DSL if you were employed as one. In general terms a position of DSL would require a person to hold a Level 3 certificate in Safeguarding (minimum) - but again you would have to ask your employer what they require. Regards Garry
What does it qualify you to do and is it recognized? Is there an exam? What format is the exam?
Answer:
Hello, As in the description the course will qualify you to be a Designated Safeguarding Lead and / or give you a full understanding of safeguarding. The course take approx 6 hours to complete before you take an online test (multiple choice). You can take the test as many times as needed at no extra cost until you pass. Your certificate is then valid for 2 years, is CPD certificated and recognised by the likes of Ofsted.
Why is this advertised as Instant Access? I purchased it on this basis then received an email stating I should be sent login details within 48 hours.
Answer:
Hello Cassandra, I know you have now been given access to your course but I can only apologiese for the wait. The course is given as Instant Access by ourselves but we are unable to give you access until REED inform us of your purchase which REED state can take up to 48 hours. Once again our apologies for your wait. Kind regards Garry.
Hi
Do you do any discounts for multiple purchases? I was looking to purchase 9 or more? Thanks
Answer:
Hello,
Yes we run discounts I’d you purchase directly from our website, you would have to buy 10 to gain a 10 percent discount. I don’t think this site will allow us to write our website but you can search emagination training and emtrg dot com
I have realised we can offer you a 25% discount but you will need to email us for the coupon code, thank you.
Thank, Garry
I have done this course does this mean now I have the full Safeguarding Children Designated Officer Level 3 Qualification. Is it verified by OFSTE
Answer:
Hello,
Yes you do have the full qualification if you have printed out your certificate which is valid for 3 years. There is no such thing as verified by Ofsted, your qualification is accepted/recognised by Ofsted. Regards Lisa.
Emagination Training was set up in 2008 as a trading name for The Training Centre (London) Limited. We consider ourselves the Leading provider of First Aid training and Online Learning in the Education sector across the UK. Our team hold many years of experience working in Early Years, Primary & Secondary Schools, Adventure Centres, HSE, Safeguarding Boards and Academies across the UK, Europe and further afield.
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