This instance of learning was developed in collaboration with the Lucy Faithful Foundation (LFF) and the CYCJ to provide a greater awareness of the risks present for children using digital technology. Children have a right to access digital technology and online information, and it is critical when in that environment they are safe from abuse and harm.

Key elements of this instance of learning are: building digital awareness, identifying indicators of online sexual abuse and grooming, promoting safe use of digital technologies and responding to harmful online behaviour.

By the end of the course you will:

• Gain the ability to define what is harmful behaviour online
• Understand how children can use digital technology positively and also the risk that it poses
• Increase awareness of the prevalence and nature of online sexual abuse and exploitation
• Identify indicators of online exploitation and grooming
• Increase understanding in ways to support children to stay safe, prevent harm, increase resilience and promote protective factors for children and families
• Identify ways to respond to children who have been harmed online, and children who harm others
• Increase awareness on accessing advice and support to be able to better protect children and support parents and carers to help keep children safer online.

This fully online course can be undertaken at the flexible pace of the learner when suitable, taking approximately 4 hours.

This e-learning is suitable for those who respond to the needs of children currently in, or on the cusp of being involved in conflict with the law.

Contact Joanne Lee or Marianiki Vlachou at cycj@strath.ac.uk for further information regarding this course.