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Child Protection for Teachers

Kerryann Walsh and Nhi Pham

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Topics Covered

  • The warning signs and indicators of different types of child abuse and neglect
  • The roles of teachers and other professionals in recognising and reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect
  • Key elements of child protection legislation and policy
  • Characteristics of effective school-based prevention programs
  • Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
  • Engage in professional learning
  • Engage professionally with colleagues
  • Quality Area 2 - Children’s health and safety

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