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Act on Exploitation

Act on Exploitation

Introduction

Act on Exploitation is CPD certified e-learning for  businesses from The Children’s Society. Helping your company spot the signs of child exploitation to create safer spaces for young people, your colleagues and customers – while reducing risks to the running and reputation of your business. 

Who's it for?

Individuals or teams working in:
Leisure and hospitality
Retail
Banking and finance
Travel and transport

Duration

Up to 45 minutes

Format

E-learning course

Price

From £25 per person

What is Act on Exploitation?

What is Act on Exploitation?

Exploitation of children and young people happens everywhere. Too often, it goes undetected. Your staff may not be able to spot the signs or aren't aware of how to take safe action.  

Children suffer most, but criminal exploitation harms businesses too, and it might be costing yours - financially and reputationally. It has been estimated that more than 1 in 24 children and young people in England* are at risk of exploitation and other serious violence due to poverty and local crime.   

By providing your staff with our expert training you will be showing your commitment to children and young people from your local communities, and across the UK. 

*Aged 11 to 17. Estimate by Crest (2021) using 2019 Index of Deprivation. 

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Tailored to your sector

woman who works in the hospitality industry

Leisure and hospitality

We know that antisocial behaviour can be disruptive to staff and other customers. But often it’s child exploitation that needs disrupting. Train your team to spot the signs of child exploitation – and create a safer environment for all your customers.  

woman working in the retail industry

Retail

Retail theft is rising year on year and thefts from shops by organised criminal groups are a national concern for retailers. Our certified training, will support teams to be able to discern when a young person has been exploited or coerced into shoplifting. 

man in the financial industry

Banking and finance

Not everyone thinks of children when they hear the words ‘financial fraud.’  Train your team to spot the signs of child financial exploitation and safeguard the next generation.  

man working in the travel and transport industry

Travel and transport

Exploitation is a crime the police describe as ‘hidden in plain sight’. The young people we’re most concerned about are seen every day. A team that’s trained to identify these scenarios will be better prepared to protect children, themselves, and customers.

Contact corporate engagement

Don't see your sector? We can also offer bespoke e-learning for all businesses and organisations. Get in touch to find out more.

Course content

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Course content

Hear real stories from young people, plus practical tips, information, and advice from our expert practitioners. Each tailored module has been created to include sector specific examples and scenarios. 

The 45-minute sector specific e-learning module includes six sections:  

  1. What is child exploitation?
  2. How do children become victims of child exploitation?
  3. Trusting your instincts, becoming an active bystander
  4. What is trauma and how does the effect impact victims?
  5. How can I recognise and respond to child exploitation?
  6. Reflection points 

Your team members will learn to take safe action to protect children from exploitation and reduce any potential risks to the running and reputation of your business – all  while demonstrating your commitment to the communities you serve.

Benefits

Our tailored e-learning has been created specifically for businesses, giving your brand a chance to stand out and placing quality of service and ethics at the heart of what you do.

1
Create safer spaces
Providing your team with expert training will demonstrate your commitment to children and young people from your local communities. And ensure your business is creating safe spaces across the UK.
2
Learn from experts
Our content is created by child exploitation experts, and features real stories from our work with young people. Promoting understanding, awareness, and confidence recognising signs of exploitation.
3
Gain accreditation
CPD accredited training, so you’ll be able to demonstrate your organisation has completed training with The Children’s Society.
4
Action based learning
Learners will come away with evidence-based and tangible actions they can implement in the workplace, as well as a helpful toolkit and contact sheet to takeaway.

Pricing

Micro
£ 30
+VAT

Learn on all devices (desktop, mobile or tablet) 
Up to 15 learners  
1 year license 

Small
£ 28
+VAT

Learn on all devices (desktop, mobile or tablet) 
Up to 50 learners  
1 year license 

Medium
£ 25
+VAT

Learn on all devices (desktop, mobile or tablet) 
Up to 250 learners  
1 year license 

Contact corporate engagement

Buying for a larger organisation or want to host the course on your own learning management system? Please contact our corporate engagement for more information at corporateengagementteam@childrenssociety.org.uk.

Steps to take

1
Purchase training online
Select your sector, number of licences and enter details, and make payment via our secure online payment system.
2
Receive confirmation email
After payment, you'll get a confirmation email with details about your enrollment and next steps.
3
Sharing the access codes
Our team will reach out to provide you with access codes and additional course information.
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