The recent changes in law regarding Child Protection will be outlined and guidance given regarding false allegations. The impact on learning of issues emanating from children’s home lives, such as parental depression, drug/alcohol abuse, divorce, domestic violence, blended families etc will be covered and effective strategies for helping children to accept and cope with these issues will be addressed. Aims of the course • To broaden knowledge of new Child Protection legislation • To be given comprehensive guidance on the signs of abuse • To know your role in Child Protection • To gain knowledge of the result of false allegations against abusers and against teaching staff. • To gain understanding of home issues which could affect children’s learning and how to help • To take back to School greater knowledge and clear effective ways to help This course is aimed at both teaching staff and other professional staff in Primary Schools