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Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Awareness

Our Child Sexual Exploitation course enables attendees to identify the signs and indicators of CSE, identify different grooming models and the process of grooming, provide appropriate support, understanding and protection for those experiencing CSE.

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Learn how to notice indicators of CSE and what constitutes CSE.

What is grooming? What is The Sexual Offences Act 2003? What is the difference between contact and non-contact abuse? What are the signs of sexual abuse? What is the grooming model? What can be the impact of sexual abuse? What are the effects of CSE? Who is at risk of CSE?

Our Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) course will help you answer the questions above and more.

New data reveals almost 87,000 sexual offences against children were recorded by police in 2022/23. Types of offences included rape, sexual assault, grooming and sexual exploitation (NSPCC).

Through our Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) course, you will gain an understanding of what CSE is and how it affects individuals. You will learn the difference between contact and non-contact abuse. You will learn the laws against CSE. You will learn the signs and indicators of sexual abuse in different age groups. You will learn different prevention strategies. You will also learn what trauma bonding is.

What you'll learn.

  • What Child Sexual Exploitation is and what the signs and indicators are.
  • Understand the difference between contact abuse and non-contact abuse.
  • Recognise the warning signs of sexually harmful behaviour.
  • Understand what the grooming model is.
  • Understand what child trafficking is.
  • Understand how to respond to signs and indicators of CSE.
  • Understand the effects of abuse.
  • Gain knowledge of the social, psychological, and behavioural effects.
  • Explore reasons to why an individual may be involved in CSE.

Who is Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Awareness for?

Our Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) course is for anyone who works with children and young people who are at risk of sexual exploitation or have experienced or are going through sexual exploitation. Our CSE course enables attended to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence when working with a child or young person that has gone through sexual exploitation or abuse.

What are the learning outcomes?

By the end of the course, you will be able to….

  • Define child sexual exploitation, child trafficking and sexual abuse.
  • State the signs and indicators that a child or young person is being sexually exploited.
  • Recognise the impact of CSE on the victim and families.
  • Demonstrate what challenges might occur after a child or young person has been sexually abused/ exploited.
  • Develop knowledge, skills, and confidence to offer appropriate support and protection for those experiencing CSE or sexual abuse.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSE awareness?
CSE awareness refers to efforts aimed at educating individuals and communities about the signs, risks, and consequences of child sexual exploitation, as well as strategies for prevention and intervention.
Children are vulnerable to exploitation due to dependence on adults, lack of awareness about risks, and susceptibility to manipulation. Factors like poverty and instability exacerbate their vulnerability
In the UK, child exploitation is addressed through robust safeguarding policies requiring local authorities and organisations to prevent and respond to exploitation. National action plans target sexual and criminal exploitation, bolstered by legislation like the Sexual Offences Act and Modern Slavery Act. A multi-agency approach involves law enforcement, social services, and education, supported by training, awareness programs, and comprehensive victim support services to safeguard children’s welfare and prosecute offenders.

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