Child Protection in Early Childhood Education
About event organiser
Child Matters provides a range of training and NZQA accredited courses on child protection in Aotearoa.
Event information
About the event
For more information and to register, visit the event page.
This webinar is designed to raise awareness and deepen understanding of child protection issues specific to early childhood education in Aotearoa. Participants will gain essential knowledge and practical guidance to help safeguard children and respond appropriately to concerns.
Key topics include:
- The context and prevalence of child abuse in New Zealand
- Risk factors associated with early childhood
- Recognising signs and indicators of abuse
- Responding sensitively and effectively to a child’s disclosure
- What to expect when reporting abuse to statutory agencies
This session is ideal for anyone working in early childhood education, including centre managers, teachers, and support staff.
For all queries, please contact the organiser.
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