Physical abuse and neglect

This course explores the impact of physical abuse and longterm neglect on children’s development and wellbeing and considers ways to prevent ongoing abuse.The training considers the major theoretical approaches to physical abuse and neglect and provides an overview of current research. A range of models for assessing the child’s safety, the child’s welfare and the needs of the primary carer are explored. Participants are offered a variety of techniques for assessing and preventing physical abuse and neglect with families where there is resistance, denial and little or no change.

Learning outcomes cover:

• Definitions of neglect and physical abuse.
• Assessment of the safety of children and young people living in abusive or neglectful families.
• Ways to work with the strengths of families.