Child Protection Studies Programme
The Child Protection Studies Programme is an NZQA accredited programme.
To enhance the skills of those who are involved with children, by giving them the knowledge and confidence to take positive action to protect children, and to act effectively when children have been abused.
UNDERSTANDING THE NATURE OF CHILD ABUSE: At the completion of this section, learners will be able to provide definitions and examples of child abuse. They will be able to identify historical, current and changing attitudes to child abuse. They will show an understanding of cross-cultural issues around child abuse and of the prevalence of child abuse in New Zealand. UNDERSTANDING THE CAUSES OF CHILD ABUSE: Learners will be able to identify factors that can lead to children being abused, and situations that may put children at risk. They will consider child abuse in the context of institutions, society and the impact of culture.
UNDERSTANDING THE EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF CHILD ABUSE: Learners will be able to describe the signs and systems of all types of abuse on children and examine how child abuse affects children and their families and the legacies it leaves.
RECOGNISING CHILD ABUSE: Learners will be able to determine which behaviours are acceptable and which are abusive. They will identify which situations should be checked out and appreciate the danger of making assumptions. Students will examine their own judgments and personal reactions.
WHAT TO DO WHEN CHILD ABUSE IS SUSPECTED: Learners will identify steps to be taken to ensure a child is safe and the need for the concerned person to involve other people. They will understand the importance of reporting the consequences of not reporting, and ways of recording information in order to make the decision to report.
REPORTING CHILD ABUSE: Learners will understand the legal implications of reporting child abuse and the statutory responsibilities agencies have in this regard. They will learn how children are protected under the Children and Young Persons and Family Act 1989 and the Care of Children Act 2004.
NETWORKS FOR PROTECTING CHILDREN: Learners will understand outcomes of a report of child abuse and the effects and events that the family may experience. They will explore ways for supporting families to ensure that the most positive outcomes are achieved through working in a multi-disciplinary way and networking with other agencies.
SUPERVISION AND CARE OF SELF: Selecting a supervisor and establishing a supervision contract. Learners will be encouraged to develop a network of support among peers, colleagues and mentors and will learn how to ensure their own well-being and safe practice.
Students who successfully meet all requirements of the Child Protection Studies Programme will automatically recieve credit for the following Unit Standards.
Unit No Description Credits Level
17454 Demonstrate knowledge of child abuse 4 3
17455 Demonstrate knowledge of child abuse reporting procedures 3 3 Standard Programme: 5 Days - 9.00am – 4.30pm.
Condensed Programme: 3 days - 9.00am - 5.00pm Programmes do not operate on Saturday and Sunday. The Child Protection Studies Programme is suitable for anyone who works with and/or cares about children including: - Those who are new to the field and want to establish a sound, basic understanding of Child Protection.
- Those who have a responsibility or role in the safety of children.
- Managers and leaders responsible for policy development and the safety and wellbeing of their workers.
Standard and Condensed Programme:
* All students must have basic literacy competency as written assessments and note taking is required.
* A basic understanding of Treaty of Waitangi issues.
* Programmes are NOT a therapeutic programme and should not be undertaken by those with any unresolved issues regarding children or child abuse.
* Good personal support networks will be beneficial in studying this topic. Condensed Programme Only:
* The condensed programme is particularly suited to participants who have undertaken tertiary level study before and who are comfortable with guided independent study.
Workbooks, assessments, resources, morning and afternoon tea daily. Lunch is NOT provided. IMPORTANT NOTE: Any student who has been abused or has experienced personal trauma should not attend any CPS Certificate Programmes unless he or she has come to terms with the abuse or trauma and is in a position to discuss child abuse in an objective way.
CPS reserves the right at any stage (prior to or after Programme commencement) to refuse entry to or attendance at any Programme. Participants have the opportunity to listen to a range of interesting Specialist Speakers who share their knowledge and expertise with the class. The opinions of these speakers may or may not reflect the opinions held by CPS. Any concerns should be discussed with the course tutor or with CPS directly. Programme Dates Enrolling on the programme |
