Child abuse is a significant social issue in Australia. If you would like to make a difference in the lives of children and families, this online course will give you the opportunity to pursue entry-level positions in child protection.
The Certificate of Child Protection and Case Management is an online professional development program that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a child protection practice framework.
In this online case management course, you will learn how to identify principles and practices relevant to a range of child protection work environments. You will learn to participate effectively as part of a child protection team, implementing safe work practices.
You will also learn how to work within a case management framework in child protection, where case plans are developed and managed to address specific client needs. In addition, you will discover reflective practice and ultimately deepen your sectorial expertise within child protection
On completion of this course, you will feel confident to work within the community as an advocate and to provide appropriate entry-level support in the child protection and case management sector.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Rights and Safety of Children and Young people
- National Quality Framework (NQF)
- National Quality Standards (NQS)
- Comply with lawful regulations
- Duty of care
- Boundaries of practice
- Child-focused work practices
- Custody orders
- Apprehended Violence Order (AVO’s)
- Authority to collect a child
- Restraining orders
- Supervision orders
- Mandatory reporting
- Care and protection orders
- Appropriate responses and actions
- Updating knowledge and skills
- Policy changes
- Confidentiality
- Intervention objectives
- Community resources
- Personal safety
- Dealing with stress
- Confidentiality
- Disclosure without consent
- Indicators of abuse
- Identify children at risk
- Implement child protection procedures
- Child protection procedures
- Responding and handling disclosure
- Record child information
- Active listening and observation
- Confidentiality
- Cultural diversity
- Highly vulnerable children
- The Children’s Court
- Indicators of child abuse
- Family violence
- Cycle of violence
- Substance abuse
- Mental illness
- Disabilities
- Attachment theory
- Collecting information
- Descriptions of injury
- Reporting suspicions
- Reporting incidents of abuse
- Risk management
- Ethical practices
- Safeguard the rights of children
- Equitable working conditions
- Professional boundaries
Unit 2 - Work Effectively in Child Protection
- Duty of care policy
- Regulatory, legislative and legal requirements
- Historical and recement developments in child protection
- Boarding out system
- Early legislation
- National initiatives
- Legal and ethical obligations of individuals and organisations
- Mandatory reporting
- Reasonable suspicion
- Types of harm
- Interview process requirements
- Reciprocal reporting requirements
- Organisational policies and procedures
- National Principals for Child Safe Organisations
- Operational policies for best practice
- Case management processes
- Intake and initial assessment
- Stakeholder roles and responsibilities
- Personal values and attitudes
- Cultural assumptions
- Discipline beliefs
- Attachment styles
- Approaches to reflection
- Role of practice principles
- Code of conduct
- Risk assessment in child protection
- Process for assessing harm and risk of harm
- Indicators, effects and dynamics of abuse and neglect
- Complex interplay of multiple risk factors in child protection
- Family violence
- Substance abuse
- Mental Illness
- Disability
- Assessing risk in context of multiple factors
- Risk assessment when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
- Risk assessment working children and families from diverse backgrounds
- Risk assessment tools
- Supporting rights, interests and needs
- Supporting children and families through court proceedings
- Role of forensic psychologists in court proceedings
- Carrying out work tasks
- Age appropriate communication
- Trauma-informed, sensitive and respectful communication
- Culturally sensitive communication
- Communicating with families
- Observing lines of accountability
- Communicating to relevant authorities (legislation and policy)
- Ethical and social frameworks
- Challenges of child protection work
- Self-management techniques
- Code of ethics in child protection
- Professional and ethical frameworks
- Developing a safety plan – essential steps
- Aligning safety plans with ethical standards and policies and procedures
- Supporting staff facing ethical dilemmas
- Providing a structured framework
- Challenges of child protection work
- Strategies to address challenges
- Supportive leadership and continuous learning
Unit 3 - Work within a Practice Framework
- Identify and review professional practice frameworks
- Frameworks and standards
- Professional networking
- Legislation
- Organisational policies and procedures
- Frameworks and standards in practice
- Trauma informed care
- Domestic and family violence
- Personal strengths and areas for improvement
- Analysing frameworks and standards
- Personal values
- Improving own practice
- Self-reflection and assessment
- Reflective practice
- Critical inquiry
- Action research
- Self-directed learning
Unit 4 - Undertake Case Management (Child Protection)
- Identifying needs and level of risk
- Engaging children and young people
- Case management plans
- Communicating with children and young people
- Types of harm
- Definition of abuse
- Strength and abilities
- Develop a case management plan
- Harm minimisation strategies
- Risk assessment
- Psychosocial assessment
- Family assessment
- Mandatory reporting
- Person-centred, strength-based approach
- Negotiation skills
- Family dynamics
- Interpreters
- Roles, responsibilities and accountabilities
- Families and communities
- Contingency plans
- Practical frameworks
- Communication processes
- Referrals
- Working with external service providers
- Working within agreed timeframes
- Establish review and evaluation systems
- Review documentation
- Reviewing needs
- Reviewing goals
- Reporting
- Supervisor consultation
- Service providers
- Inter-agency protocols
- Advocacy and support
- Representing children and young people
- Undertake case closure
- Reviewing achievements
- Closing a case
- Commonwealth jurisdiction
- State and territory jurisdictions
- Legislation
- Reporting and investigation
- Child development
- Child-centred practices
Study Hours
Estimated duration 60 Hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% Online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
This was a fantastic course which met all my learning needs
K.Kim, Runcorn, QLD | Certificate of Child Protection and Case Management
Flexible and supported learning environment, adequate learning material and interesting content.
B. Loubey, Barongarook, VIC | Certificate of Child Protection and Case Management
I thoroughly enjoyed my study through AOC. I did not need to contact a tutor however so am unable to give feedback on this. I did receive my course results quickly as well as my certificate. Am studying my second course through AOC now.
S. Sicely, VIC | Certificate of Child Protection and Case Management
About Us
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
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Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
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