Nationally Recognised Child Protection Training
CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children & Young People at Risk (Standard)
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
Protecting children and young people is everyone’s responsibility.
The CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk, delivered by First Aid Certified, provides the skills and knowledge to recognise, respond to, and report signs of abuse, neglect, or harm.
This nationally recognised online course is ideal for professionals in education, childcare, healthcare, and community services who are required to complete mandatory child protection training.
Learning Outcomes
By completing this nationally recognised unit, you will be able to:
- Identify children and young people at risk of harm
- Respond appropriately to suspicions, disclosures, or incidents
- Follow organisational and legal reporting procedures
- Understand your ethical and professional responsibilities
- Apply new child safety provisions embedded in the National Quality Standard (NQS)
Course Overview
The CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk unit equips learners with the essential knowledge to protect vulnerable children and young people by:
- Recognising signs and indicators of abuse and neglect, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, neglect, domestic and family violence, and child-on-child abuse.
- Responding appropriately to suspicions or disclosures of harm.
- Applying child protection principles with respect for age, gender, disability, culture, and sexuality.
Understanding legal and ethical frameworks, including:
- Duty of care and mandatory reporting requirements
- Relevant state and territory legislation
- The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
This training is vital for anyone working with children and young people and contributes to safer community environments.
Course Overview
Students completing this course will gain the skills and knowledge required to identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm, including recognising signs of abuse or neglect, documenting concerns, and reporting in line with legislative and organisational requirements. Participants will also develop an understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities, duty of care, and appropriate communication and confidentiality practices.
This course applies to individuals working in roles that involve contact with children and young people, including those in community services, education, and healthcare settings, equipping them to meet compliance obligations and support the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.
Entry requirements
There is no formal entry requirements for this course. However, due to the nature of the delivery of training and assessment students must have access to a computer and internet connection prior to commencing training.
Units of competency
- CHCPRT025 – Identify and report children and young people at risk
Who Should Complete This Course
This course is designed for individuals who work with or care for children and young people, including:
Early childhood educators and childcare professionals
Nurses, carers, and healthcare workers
Volunteers or professionals in child-related roles
Teachers and education support staff
Community and youth service workers
Completion of CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk meets mandatory child protection training requirements in many Australian states and territories.
Course Delivery - 100% Online
Our Digital Online course delivery allows you to study anytime, anywhere.
The content is interactive, scenario-based, and self-paced — perfect for busy professionals.
You’ll gain access to high-quality online learning materials, support from industry experts, and real-world examples that help you apply your knowledge confidently in the workplace.
- Self-paced – complete anytime, anywhere
- User-friendly digital assessments
- Student support available
Units Delivered
- CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
Course Includes
Course renewal requirements
There is no renewal recommendation set by industry for this course.
Pre-requisites
There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course. However, learners will require English Language, Literacy, numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills.
Assessment requirements
Assessment will include a mix of knowledge and practical assessments, including the application of different ways of identifying risk and harm as well as the proper avenue for reporting the incident.
Course Includes
Course Features
Certification
- CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
- Nationally recognised statement of attainment
- Issued upon successful completion
Enrol in CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
Take the next step in your professional development and play a crucial role in child safety and protection.