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The module will provide students the understanding and awareness necessary for working and safeguarding children and young people when working with this population in a sport and recreational environment. The information provided in the module will allow coaches and volunteers the information to work with young people in a supervised and unsupervised position for the protection of the child and the coach/volunteer. Module content addresses the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Education (CIMSPA) Professional Standards for Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults and Adults at Risk.

LO1: Develop an understanding of what is meant by safeguarding and child protection within a sport and recreational environment

LO2: Draw on a range of sources to identify the difference between poor practice and abuse. Including the ability to recognize the different types and indicators of abuse

LO3: Apply knowledge to indicate the procedures required to follow in the event of concerns about children or young people

LO4: Demonstrate an understanding of where to seek advice and support on safeguarding and protecting children.