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CPD: How not to miss abuse in children

CPD: How not to miss abuse in children

Module Summary

Senior lecturer Dr Helen Elliott on spotting the signs of abuse in children

Key learning points

This module will take you through the key steps of spotting and escalating child abuse, including:

  • Being alert and questioning the behaviour of the child
    or parent/carer
  • Reporting if abuse is suspected
  • Developing  a multi-agency approach
  • Pursuing referrals

Speaker

Dr Helen Elliott is a senior lecturer for health visiting and school nursing, and academic portfolio lead at the University of Greenwich

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Senior lecturer Dr Helen Elliott on spotting the signs of abuse in children