Overview

The students you work with all have varied backgrounds and cultural values. These are usually a positive and healthy part of their lives. But unfortunately, harmful ideas about family or community ‘honour’ can place children at risk of harm. How can you safeguard students who might be experiencing so-called honour-based abuse?

Understanding which harmful practices fall under the umbrella term of so-called honour-based abuse will prepare you to safeguard students. So will learning how to identify signs that could suggest a child is a victim of this form of abuse. Exploring how to respond if you suspect a child is experiencing so-called honour-based abuse will help you to calmly prioritise their welfare.

By the end of this course you'll be able to:

• Recognise what so-called honour-based abuse is, so you can contribute fully to your school’s safeguarding culture.
• Identify the signs that might suggest a student is at risk of experiencing so-called honour-based abuse, so you can take steps to prioritise their welfare.
• Recognise how to respond if you suspect a child might be a victim of so-called honour-based abuse, so you can act promptly to protect them from further harm.

Why Should I take this course?

Everyone who works directly with students can benefit from taking this course. It’ll walk you through the harmful practices associated with so-called honour-based abuse. You’ll also learn how to identify the signs that could suggest a child is a victim of this type of abuse, and how to respond.