Free Level 2 Bullying in Children and Young People Course in Richmond. Evening classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your week. This bullying in children and young people qualification builds your understanding of how bullying affects children and young people, whether you work with young people or want to support them in another capacity. The course runs part-time over 6 months.
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 children's and young people's wellbeing and development.
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 examine strategies and approaches used to prevent and address bullying.
You'll consider how legislation and guidance shapes responses to bullying in different settings.
How you will learn
Classes are held in the evening at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions and group discussion. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio work that you complete alongside your classes. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth support worker: supporting young people in community or school settings
School learning mentor: helping pupils with behaviour and wellbeing
Teaching assistant: supporting children in classroom environments
Family support worker: working with families to safeguard children's welfare
Play worker: leading activities in after-school or holiday clubs
Pastoral support officer: addressing pupil welfare in secondary schools
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People: deepens your knowledge of child protection and is relevant to roles with greater responsibility.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a step toward working as a higher-level teaching assistant.
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce: a broader qualification covering care, learning, and development for those pursuing a career in early years or youth work.
