Protection Child Free Courses

Oxford Home Study Centre is proud to offer an exclusive range of protection child free courses, now open for enrolment. Our all-new child protection free online courses are free of charge to take from any location worldwide. Inclusive of all study aids, there are also no fixed study schedules or deadlines. Complete your free child protection course at a time and pace to suit your lifestyle, with no additional resources or equipment required. Study the primary principles of effective child protection, the safeguarding responsibilities of those who work with children and the potential signs of child mistreatment. Learn how to take appropriate action where a child may be at risk, building the knowledge and skills needed to play a more confident role in safeguarding children. Enrol online, or contact our admissions team to discuss our child protection free online courses in more detail.

Anyone who comes into contact with children on a regular basis must play an active role in protecting them from harm. Child protection is a responsibility that must be shared between those who work with, care for, educate and support children of all ages. It is the basic human right of every child to enjoy a safe, supportive and nurturing upbringing. Children who experience physical or emotional abuse face an elevated risk of severe developmental issues. Unfortunately, many instances of abuse and mistreatment are detected only when the damage has already been done. The key to effective child protection lies in preventing mistreatment from happening in the first place. For anyone looking to play a more active role in the protection of children, our free online child protection courses come highly recommended.

Those interested in expanding their knowledge of child development and safeguarding can explore a broader range of OHSC Courses. Our professional Psychology courses provide valuable insights into behaviour, learning, and development, while free online Psychology training offers an accessible way to build essential knowledge and practical understanding.

To continue your learning journey, consider exploring career-focused Psychology learning opportunities alongside introductory Psychology courses designed for beginners. You can also benefit from a variety of free professional development courses available through our wider collection of flexible online programmes, helping you gain new skills at a pace that suits your lifestyle.

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

Understand who takes responsibility for safeguarding children
Identify some of the potential warning signs of abuse or neglect
Take appropriate action where a child is believed to be at risk

Free Study and Optional Certification

You can enrol on our Child Protection (Short Course), access the online learning materials and complete the course without paying a course fee. Certification is optional and available separately after successful completion.

You may choose to purchase:

QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development

You can order either certificate on its own or purchase both for the same completed course. Buying one does not require you to buy the other.

Each certificate has its own price, and the total payable may vary depending on the certificates selected, course level, format and delivery option. See our current certificate options and prices.

Certification is entirely optional and is not required to access the materials or complete the course.

Course Content

Topics Covered in the Course

This Child Protection Course Covers the following key topics:

Who is Responsible for Safeguarding?
What is Safeguarding?
What is the Purpose of Child Safeguarding?
The Six Safeguarding Principles
Type of Actions if There is a Concern for Safeguarding a Child
What is Considered Neglect from a Child Safeguarding Perspective?
Safeguarding Responsibilities of School Staff
The Safeguarding Responsibilities of Teachers

How It Works

Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.

Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.

Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.

Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.

Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.

Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.