Accredited Modules in Child Safeguarding
Figures released by the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service showed that social work degree applications were increasing by more than 40% and some universities are looking at innovative ways to improve the skills of the children's services workforce. In January 2010, Bath Spa University responded to this challenge by launching a new child protection qualification for non-graduate staff such as social work assistants, classroom assistants and nursery workers.
"Non-graduate workers in children's services are the eyes and ears of the community. They are the ones who have direct daily contact with the child and therefore awareness of their behaviour. Giving them more knowledge helps to protect children."
David Niven, Managing Director, David Niven Associates