Child Safety Learning Modules for School Governing Bodies
Self-paced online learning to support school boards and councils in meeting their obligations under Ministerial Order 1359.
Supporting school governing bodies to embed child safety in leadership, governance and culture
This self-paced online professional learning is designed to deepen knowledge and understanding of the obligations of school governing bodies under Ministerial Order 1359. The modules support boards and councils to ensure that school policies, procedures and practices are compliant and that child safety is embedded across all dimensions of school culture.
The training supports governing bodies to meet annual regulatory requirements and to effectively promote the safety and wellbeing of children in educational settings. The 12 interactive modules include scenario-based examples, quizzes and practical tools, with progress saved automatically for flexible completion.
Learning Outcomes
By completing these modules, participants will be supported to:
- Explore individual and collective responsibilities of governing bodies in promoting child safety.
- Enhance understanding of the Child Safe Standards and their role in creating safe school environments.
- Identify risks to children and implement appropriate safeguards.
- Promote student participation and empowerment in school decision-making.
- Respond to and report allegations of child harm in accordance with legal and organisational procedures.
- Develop and refine child-safe policies aligned with the Child Safe Standards.
Module Content
- Individual Responsibilities
- Responsibilities of the Governing Authority
- Standard 1 – Culturally Safe Environments
- Standard 2 – Leadership, Governance and Culture
- Standard 3 – Child and Student Empowerment
- Standard 4 – Family Engagement
- Standard 5 – Diversity and Equity
- Standard 6 – Suitable Staff and Volunteers
- Standard 7 – Complaints Processes
- Standard 8 – Child Safety Knowledge, Skills and Awareness
- Standard 9 – Child Safety in Physical and Online Environments
- Standards 10 & 11 – Review and Implementation of Child Safety Practices
Additional Information
- Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour (plus 2–3 hours of reflection and discussion)
- Audience: School boards and councils in Victorian primary and secondary schools
Pricing
Flat fee for governing bodies of varying sizes:
- Governing Bodies (multiple registrations): $2000