Free Level 2 Bullying in Children and Young People Course in Catterick Garrison. Classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build your understanding of how bullying affects children and young people, including how to recognise it and respond to it. The course runs over 6 months. It suits those wanting to deepen their knowledge for personal reasons or to strengthen their work in a childcare or youth-facing role.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area whether to support family or as additional professional development in your area of employment.
Entry requirements
You must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility maybe linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment. If this is the first qualification you are undertaking as part of the Supporting Teaching and Learning suite, you will be required to attend the introductory course Starting my career working in schools, be working towards your Level 1 in maths and English and have basic IT skills if not already achieved.
What you will learn
You'll understand what bullying is and the different forms it takes.
You'll explore how bullying affects the wellbeing and development of children and young people.
You'll learn how to recognise signs that a child or young person may be experiencing bullying.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of adults in responding to bullying.
You'll learn about the impact of online and cyberbullying.
You'll explore strategies and approaches used to prevent and address bullying.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Catterick Library & Information Centre. Learning is delivered face to face, with tutor support throughout. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that you complete as part of the course. You do not need to sit a formal exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre 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.
Teaching Assistant: assist in classrooms where safeguarding knowledge is valued.
Learning Mentor: work with children who need additional pastoral support.
Family Support Worker: help families navigate challenges affecting their children.
Play Worker: supervise and support children in play and leisure environments.
School Welfare Officer: monitor attendance and wellbeing in a school setting.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People: a natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a safeguarding role.
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce: the qualification many employers look for in youth work and early years roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: broadens your knowledge of wellbeing alongside this bullying awareness qualification.
