Safeguarding of Minors

Course Description

The course aims to provide participants with general knowledge in the area of child protection. An interdisciplinary approach, considering psychological, theological, legislative disciplines, will facilitate participants to understand the problem of Child Abuse in general and particularly Child Sexual Abuse from different perspectives and be able to offer the protection that minors deserve.

 

 

Course Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Recognize possible signs of abuse and appropriate intervention
  • Analyze and implement protective factors in one’s own environment and reduce risk factors.
  • Handle appropriately any disclosure of abuse.
  • Make appropriate referrals to other professionals.
  • Follow national and ecclesiastical safeguarding guidelines
  • Implement prevention programs.

 

Target Group

The course will be offered for all people who are interested in the wellbeing of children and in particular, it will be offered to persons that work with children in educational and pastoral settings.

 

Course Level

MQF Level: 4

 

Course Credits

ECTS 4

 

Title of Qualification

VET Award in Safeguarding of Minors

 

Lecturer

Fr Joseph Farrugia

 

Other Course Material

 
 

How to Apply

Choose one of the following methods:

  1. Manual Application:

Download and complete the application form here. Submit the completed form along with required documents to the Gozo Curia Reception.

  1. Online Application:

Visit our online portal here. Complete the form and upload necessary documents.

 

Note to applicants

Applications are open till 11th July 2025. If accepted, notifications will be sent via email using the provided address. If no email is provided, notifications will be sent via postal address or contact telephone number.