This “FGM Awareness and Prevention: Essential Training for Healthcare and Support Workers” course is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and tools that enable them to recognise, prevent, and respond appropriately to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). This comprehensive training course discusses the historical context of FGM, the legal framework, key issues, and its health and psychological impacts. You will gain a clear insight into your safeguarding responsibilities, mandatory reporting duties, and the critical role you play in protecting at-risk individuals. If you are a healthcare professional, social worker, educator, or community support worker, this course helps you to act confidently and humanely. Enrol now and take a step to protect and empower vulnerable girls and women!
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Learning Outcomes
Understand the fundamentals of FGM.
Understand what FGM is, including its types and consequences.
Learn about the global and cultural prevalence of FGM.
Build knowledge about UK legislation and international policies on FGM.
Learn warning signs and risk factors associated with FGM
Understand legal and professional responsibilities, including mandatory reporting.
Develop skills to support victims and promote prevention strategies.
Why Take This Course From John Academy?
Affordable, well-structured and high-quality e-learning study materials
Meticulously crafted, engaging and informative tutorial videos and materials
Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result
Earn UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification
Easily access the course content on mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime
Excellent career advancement opportunities
Get 24/7 student support via email
What Skills Will You Learn from This FGM Awareness and Prevention Course?
Identifying and assessing FGM risks.
Applying safeguarding and reporting procedures.
Understanding legal and ethical obligations.
Cultural sensitivity and communication with affected communities.
Collaborating with multi-agency teams for prevention.
Who Should Take This FGM Awareness and Prevention Course?
Healthcare professionals (nurses, midwives, GPs).
Social workers and child protection officers.
Teachers and school staff.
Community support workers.
Law enforcement and policy officers.
Are There Any Entry Requirements?
This FGM Awareness and Prevention Course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds. But learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. And a good understanding of the English language, numeracy, and ICT will be helpful.
FGM Awareness and Prevention Course Certification
After completing and passing the FGM Awareness and Prevention Course successfully, you will be able to obtain a Recognised Certificate of Achievement. Learners can obtain the certificate in hard copy at £14.99 or PDF format at £11.99.
Career Path
This FGM Awareness and Prevention course can be helpful for various career opportunities, including:
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