Report Child Abuse - CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
Do you work with children or Young people
Whether you’re in childcare, education, youth services, community work, or healthcare, knowing how to recognise and report signs of harm or neglect is not just important – it’s essential. This unit supports the mandatory reporting obligations across Australian states and territories and ensures that workers can take appropriate action to protect the safety and wellbeing of children.
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify children and young people who are at risk and report in line with legislative requirements. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility. This unit applies to workers in a range of job roles providing services to children and young people including in community services and health contexts. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Selection Criteria
- Reading and writing – a student will be able to read, comprehend and write a range of texts within a variety of contexts.
- Oral communication – a student will be able to use and respond to spoken language including some unfamiliar material within a variety of contexts.
- Must be over the age of 18, 16+ needs parental consent.
Entry Requirements
There are no prerequisite units or formal entry requirements in the CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk as per the CHC Community Services Training Package. Some companies may apply entry requirements for the job roles aligned to this qualification.
Duration
1 day attendance within a 40-hour delivery duration with remaining hours through self-directed learning.
Location
Block 4/460-492 Beaudesert Road Salisbury Qld
Or a workplace/or negotiated training location
Or a workplace/or negotiated training location
Course Fee
Contact administration for this information.
Units of Competency
Course Features
- Nationally recognised unit of competency
- Suitable for new entrants and current workers in child-related roles
- Aligned with mandatory reporting requirements in all states/territory
Learning Pathways
The purpose of CHCPRT025 is to equip individuals working with children and young people with the knowledge and skills to identify signs of harm or abuse and to respond appropriately in line with legal and organisational requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning
All students are offered the opportunity to apply for RPL, please see the Student Handbook or enquire to the RTO for the procedure on how to apply.
Additional Fees
There are no additional fees with this course.
