CHCPRT025

Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk

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A nationally recognised unit of competency from the Community Services Training Package. This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to recognise indicators of harm, respond appropriately, and report concerns in line with legal and ethical obligations. In South Australia, this includes mandatory reporting under the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017. Completion of this unit is essential for anyone working or volunteering with children and young people in regulated environments such as early childhood education, schools, and community services across South Australia.

  • This unit provides essential skills to recognise when children and young people may be at risk of harm and outlines the correct steps to respond and report concerns.

    It supports learners to understand their legal responsibilities, follow workplace procedures, and act with confidence to help safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people across a range of care and community settings.

  • CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk

    • Mode: External Delivery, all learning and assessment occur online via the student learner portal

    • Duration: Self-paced external study. Learners typically complete this unit within 2–4 weeks (approximately 20–30 hours total)

    • Support: Access to trainers and assessors for guidance throughout the course

    • Resources: Comprehensive learning materials provided, including textbooks and online resources

    • Education: Completion of Year 10 or equivalent

    • Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN): Students may be required to undertake an LLN assessment to determine support needs

    • Trainer Support: Regular contact with trainers via phone, email, or online platforms

    • Assessment Assistance: Guidance provided for completing assessments and practical tasks

  • Full Fee: $135.00

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