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Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a serious safeguarding and health concern that can have significant physical and psychological effects. Professionals working in health and social care need to understand the risks associated with FGM, recognise potential safeguarding concerns and respond appropriately while providing respectful, sensitive and person-centred support.
This CPD-accredited FGM Awareness, Safeguarding and Response course is designed for care workers, healthcare assistants, nurses, safeguarding professionals and other staff working with children, young people and adults. Learners will develop an understanding of FGM and its health impacts, relevant UK legislation and professional duties, risk indicators, prevention, responding to disclosures, safeguarding pathways, multi-agency working, specialist referrals, documentation, information sharing and organisational readiness.
CPD Accredited
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4 hours
Quizzes covered in each module
FGM awareness and safeguarding
UK professional responsibilities
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of FGM and its potential health and safeguarding impacts.
Improve confidence in recognising potential risk indicators and safeguarding concerns.
Support sensitive and respectful communication when responding to concerns or disclosures.
Strengthen understanding of safeguarding, referral and multi-agency pathways.
Support appropriate documentation, information sharing and organisational safeguarding practice.
Did You Know?
FGM can have lifelong physical and psychological consequences, and individuals may require support from multiple health, social care and safeguarding professionals. Awareness and appropriate professional responses are important in helping protect those at risk and support those affected.
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Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Foundations and Why This Matters
Introduces FGM and explains why awareness, safeguarding and appropriate professional responses are important when supporting individuals who may be at risk or affected by FGM.
Health Impacts and Care Needs
Explores the potential physical and psychological effects associated with FGM and considers the importance of sensitive, appropriate and person-centred care.
Law, Policies and Professional Duties
Covers the UK legal and policy framework relating to FGM and explores the responsibilities of professionals and organisations when safeguarding individuals.
Risk Indicators and Prevention in Practice
Explores factors and indicators that may suggest a person could be at risk of FGM and considers appropriate preventative and safeguarding approaches.
Communication and Responding to Disclosure
Develops sensitive communication skills and explores appropriate responses when an individual raises concerns or discloses information relating to FGM.
Safeguarding Pathways and Multi Agency Working
Explores safeguarding procedures and the importance of appropriate communication and collaboration between relevant agencies and professionals.
Clinical and Specialist Referral Pathways
Introduces appropriate referral pathways and the role of specialist services when individuals require additional assessment, treatment or support.
Documentation, Data and Information Sharing
Covers accurate documentation, appropriate information sharing and confidentiality when managing FGM-related safeguarding and care information.
Organisation Readiness and Quality Improvement
Explores how organisations can strengthen policies, staff awareness, training, safeguarding processes and quality improvement approaches relating to FGM.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Understand the importance of sensitive communication, referrals and multi-agency working.
Apply appropriate principles for documentation, information sharing and professional safeguarding responsibilities.
FAQ
What is the FGM Awareness, Safeguarding and Response course about?
This course provides learners with an understanding of Female Genital Mutilation, its potential health impacts and the safeguarding responsibilities of professionals in the UK. It covers awareness, risk indicators, communication, safeguarding, referrals, information sharing and prevention.
Who should take this FGM Awareness course?
This course is suitable for care workers, healthcare assistants, nurses, midwives, social workers, safeguarding professionals and other health and social care staff who may support children, young people or adults affected by or at risk of FGM.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about FGM, its potential health impacts, UK legislation and professional duties, risk indicators, prevention, responding to disclosures, safeguarding pathways, referrals, documentation and information sharing.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is suitable for learners who are new to FGM awareness as well as those who want to refresh and strengthen their existing safeguarding knowledge.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This FGM Awareness, Safeguarding and Response course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.