Free Level 2 Bullying in Children and Young People Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 25 weeks. This bullying in children and young people qualification covers how to recognise bullying, understand its effects on children and young people, and take action when it occurs. You'll also explore cyberbullying and the legislation that applies. It suits anyone who needs flexibility and cannot commit to fixed classroom hours.
Who this course is for
This qualification will develop your understanding of bullying, including how to recognise that bullying is taking place and how to take action to stop it. This qualification covers the definitions of bullying and cyber bullying, legislation that relates to bullying, the effects of bullying on children and young people and how to act when bullying is identified.
Entry requirements
Please see our website for full details
What you will learn
You'll understand the definitions of bullying and cyberbullying.
You'll learn how to recognise when bullying is taking place.
You'll explore the effects of bullying on children and young people.
You'll study the legislation that relates to bullying in the UK.
You'll learn how to respond and take action when bullying is identified.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams to sit in person. BCoT will confirm the exact assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. BCoT will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker - support young people in schools, youth clubs, or community settings
Learning Mentor - help children facing barriers to learning, including bullying
Teaching Assistant - assist in classrooms where safeguarding awareness is essential
School Welfare Officer - monitor pupil wellbeing and act on concerns
Family Support Worker - work with families where children are affected by bullying
Pastoral Support Officer - provide pastoral care in secondary schools
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People - deepen your safeguarding knowledge for roles with greater responsibility.
Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work - a broader qualification for those moving into professional youth support roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - useful if you want to support young people's emotional wellbeing more directly.
