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Safeguarding in a Learning Environment NCFE CACHE Award Level 1

Level 1 - Introductory

Safeguarding in a Learning Environment NCFE CACHE Award Level 1

Interested in working with children or young people? This introductory course is ideal for anyone looking to build confidence and knowledge around safeguarding in educational settings. Whether you're a parent, carer, volunteer, or considering a career in education, this course helps you understand how to keep learning environments safe and respectful.

Learn the essentials of safeguarding in schools and other learning environments. You’ll explore how to establish safe boundaries, recognise signs of abuse, and stay safe online. The course promotes the idea that everyone has the right to learn, feel safe, and be respected.

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Matthew Boulton College

13-04-2026

Free*

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James Watt College

27-04-2026

Free*

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* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.

Course Length: 9 - 10 Weeks

No formal qualifications are required, but you should be working at Entry Level 3 or above in literacy.

You’ll complete written tasks for each unit, which are internally assessed to confirm your understanding and competence.

This qualification is a great starting point for further study or volunteering in educational settings. It can lead to roles supporting children and young people in schools, youth groups, or care environments.

Understanding the need for safeguarding in a learning environment; Establishing safe personal boundaries; Staying safe online; Recognising abuse in a learning environment

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