Introduction to the Program

For the development of this program you will only need a device with an Internet connection"

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Students who suffer from mistreatment usually present different behaviors and behaviors that are not easy to identify a priori. These aggressions can be physical, mental, verbal and even sexual and can be caused by any type of person. This is why the field requires professionals with extensive knowledge in the identification and management of risk situations. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a program such as this, which delves into the preventive aspects and the creation of contingency plans so that together with the institution, the safety and well-being of the student can be guaranteed.

Thus, the development of this degree will allow the teaching professional to delve into aspects such as the intentionality of mistreatment, its repercussions and the mechanisms of action to reduce cases of school abuse. In the same way, the different types of mistreatment and their overcoming from pedagogy will be studied in depth. Therefore, this Postgraduate certificate is presented as an opportunity for the professionals who wish to broaden their outlook and address the needs of the sector, contributing not only to student learning but also to a healthy school coexistence. 

As it is a 100% online program, it is nourished with high impact audiovisual material, developed by experts in the field and with a wide variety of practical exercises based on the Relearning methodology. In addition, the teachers will be able to combine their daily work with the academic field at the time of their convenience and from the place that best suits them, without having to attend classes in person.

Go beyond a subject and become a teacher with social commitment thanks to this university program"

This ##ESTUDIO## in Action by Schools in Situations of Child Abuse contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. IThe most important features include: 

  • The development of case studies presented by experts in Child Abuse Situations
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

With the Relearning methodology you will not need long sessions or hours of extra study, as you will learn through experience and practice"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professionals with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts. 

This Postgraduate certificate allows you to combine your professional work with the updating of your knowledge, so that you can take it at your convenience"

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Implement the knowledge presented in this program into your practice to make it easier for you to identify the type of abuse your student suffers"

Syllabus

The syllabus of this program has been designed according to the intervention models for child abuse in schools. So the professional will find inside a compendium of updated information on prevention, detection and notification mechanisms. Thus, you will acquire new skills that will lead you to identify the type of aggression suffered by the student and act immediately together with the educational institution. All this, through first level audiovisual resources and exercises based on real cases and simulation.

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With the help of this program it will be easier to identify the situations of risk and helplessness that students suffer within the institution"

Module 1. Action by Schools in Situations of Child Abuse

1.1. Child Abuse

1.1.1. Definition and Conceptualization of Child Abuse

1.1.1.1. Definition
1.1.1.2. Conceptualization of Abuse in Terms of:

1.1.1.2.1. Time of Development at Which it Occurs
1.1.1.2.2. Who Produces the Abuse (Context in Which It Takes Place)
1.1.1.2.3. The Specific Action or Omission that is Occurring
1.1.1.2.4. Intentionality of Abuse

1.1.2. The Social Importance of Identifying Child Abuse

1.1.2.1. Basic Needs in Childhood
1.1.2.2. Risk and Protective Factors
1.1.2.3. Intergenerational Transmission of Abuse

1.1.3. Situation of Risk and Situation of Helplessness

1.1.3.1. Concept of Risk
1.1.3.2. Concept of Helplessness
1.1.3.3. Risk Assessment Protocol

1.2. Child Abuse: General Characteristics and Main Types

1.2.1. Passive Abuse: Omission, Neglect or Abandonment

1.2.1.1. Definition and Alarm Indicators
1.2.1.2. Incidence and Prevalence

1.2.2. Physical Abuse

1.2.2.1. Definition and Alarm Indicators
1.2.2.2. Incidence and Prevalence

1.2.3. Abuse and Emotional Neglect

1.2.3.1. Definition and Alarm Indicators
1.2.3.2. Incidence and Prevalence

1.2.4. Sexual Abuse

1.2.4.1. Definition and Alarm Indicators
1.2.4.2. Incidence and Prevalence

1.2.5. Other Types of Abuse

1.2.5.1. Children Victims of Gender Violence
1.2.5.2. Transgenerational Cycle of Child Abuse
1.2.5.3. Münchhausen Syndrome by Proxy
1.2.5.4. Harassment and Violence through Social Networks
1.2.5.5. Peer Abuse: Bullying
1.2.5.6. Filioparental Violence
1.2.5.7. Parental Alienation
1.2.5.8. Institutional Abuse

1.3. Consequences of Child Abuse

1.3.1. Indicators of Abuse

1.3.1.1. Physical Indicators
1.3.1.2. Psychological, Behavioral and Emotional Indicators

1.3.2.Consequences of Abuse

1.3.2.1. Impact of Physical and Functional Development
1.3.2.2. Consequences on Cognitive Development and School Performance
1.3.2.3. Effects on Socialization and Social Cognition
1.3.2.4. Disorders in the Development of Attachment and Affection, Emotional Relationship Development
1.3.2.5. Behavioral Problems
1.3.2.6. Childhood Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

1.4. Intervention Against Abuse in Schools: Prevention, Detection and Reporting

1.4.1. Prevention and Detection
1.4.2. Action Protocol

1.4.2.1. Identification
1.4.2.2. Immediate Actions
1.4.2.3. Notification
1.4.2.4. Communication of the Situation
1.4.2.5. Emergency Procedure

1.4.3. School Intervention in Child Abuse Cases

1.5. Peer Abuse: Bullying

1.5.1. Risk Factors and Protective Factors of School Violence
1.5.2. Protocols of Action from the School Center
1.5.3. Guidelines for its Prevention and Treatment

1.6. Filioparental Violence

1.6.1. Explanatory Theories

1.6.1.1. The Cycle of Violence

1.6.2. Prevention and Intervention Against Filioparental Violence

1.7. Networking: School, Family and Social Services

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Contributes to a healthy and violence-free education through preventive methods within the school"

Postgraduate Certificate in Action by Schools in Situations of Child Abuse

If you are interested in the welfare of children and want to have the necessary skills to identify and manage situations of child abuse in different contexts, the Postgraduate Certificate in Action in Schools in Child Abuse Situations is perfect for you. In this 100% online program, you will have the opportunity to learn about the concept and typology of child abuse in all its possible versions. You will learn to recognize the consequences of child abuse, its consequences on development and behavior. In addition, you will be able to identify and know how to implement protocols for the detection of child abuse in different contexts, which will allow you to act effectively in case a situation arises. You will also learn to identify and know how to act in situations of peer abuse in the school context. This knowledge is especially important for those working in the educational field, as they will be able to detect and address situations of bullying and other forms of violence among students.

You will discover new approaches to situations of child abuse

Another important topic addressed in this course is child to parent violence. Here, you will be able to recognize the possible causes and acquire intervention strategies to address this issue. In addition, you will learn how to establish criteria for intervention and coordination of cases, including available resources, the institutions involved, the family and teachers. In detail, if you are passionate about caring for children and wish to acquire skills in the detection and management of child maltreatment situations, the Postgraduate Certificate in Performance of Schools in Child Abuse Situations is perfect for you. Enroll now and start your path to a rewarding and purposeful career!