Training
Are you working with children, adults or families in Manchester?
We offer free, multi-agency safeguarding training online and in person.
Our training programme is informed by local learning, including Safeguarding Practice Reviews and emerging themes across Manchester. This ensures that content remains relevant, practical and focused on improving outcomes.
“The course was very informative and the trainers were excellent; their use of examples was fantastic and help provide real life scenarios of what was being discussed” (Awareness of Domestic Violence & Abuse Training)
E-Learning
You can access a wide range of safeguarding courses on through our e-learning platform Virtual College. Topics cover a broad range of themes including exploitation, mental health, FGM etc. Register below for the full list of courses
Safeguarding Learning Forum
We run a Children’s and Adult’s Safeguarding Learning Forum every quarter. These two-hour events feature guest speakers on the latest Safeguarding themes.
We also present our Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (CSPRs), and Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) at these events.
Learning From Practice
When a child or Adult (with care and support needs) dies or is seriously harmed as a result of abuse or neglect, a review may be carried out. To learn more about reviews you can read published reports and access learning resources here:
“I enjoyed the multi-disciplinary teams being placed into mixed tables which assisted with further understanding as to how to work together better.’”
FAQs
How do I book onto in-person training?
Our training offer is live on our booking site. You will need to register on the site to book onto courses. You can register here: book training
How do I register for e-learning courses?
We run a wide range of e-learning courses that you can complete at your own pace. To view available courses and book, follow the link to register: book e-learning
Do you offer single-agency training?
We only offer muti-agency training. In many of our Child Practice Reviews, and Safeguarding Adult Reviews, lack of multi-agency working is a common theme. Our courses are designed to bring together professionals from a range of sectors to promote shared learning, improve communication between agencies, and strengthen partnership working across Manchester.
Can I book more than one course at a time?
Who can access your training?
Our training is available for anyone working with a child, adult of family in Manchester.
If your organisation is based outside of Manchester, but you are working with someone in Manchester, you are still eligible to attend our courses.
If you are based outside of Manchester and do not work with Manchester residents, please contact your local Safeguarding Partnership.
Can volunteers or students attend your training?
Yes, if they are working with an adult, child or family in Manchester
Are there any costs for late cancellations or no-shows?
Will I receive a certificate of attendance or completion?
Can I access past training certificates again?
How often should I refresh my safeguarding training?
What Safeguarding Training do I need?
The training you need depends on your role, level of responsibility, and how often you come into contact with children, young people or adults with care and support needs.
Most people will need basic Safeguarding training. We offer this online and in person.
If you run a small organisation, you or someone in your organisation will need to have a ‘Designated Safeguarding Lead’ training. See below for more information.
Do you offer Designated Safeguarding Lead Training?
We do not offer Designated Safeguarding Lead training. If you are a charity, voluntary group or social enterprise, please contact Manchester Community Central for further information
I’ve forgotten my password, what should I do?
I’m having problems with my account, who should I contact?
Please send any enquiries to manchestersafeguardingpartnership@manchester.gov.uk
We will aim to respond as quickly as possible
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