Training and Information

Overview on training

The National Child Safeguarding Programme is responsible for the development and provision of child safeguarding training, supports and resources to Early Learning and Childcare services nationally.  This training is facilitated by trainers in City/County Childcare Committees and CNNG.

Online Training – universally available to all educators in Early Learning and Childcare Services

Tusla Animations & Videos

Face to Face Training – available through City/County Childcare Committees and CNNG

Further Online Resources:

Always Children First

FOUNDATION LEVEL TRAINING
FOR CHILDMINDERS

This programme has been developed to support Childminders to understand their responsibilities under the Children First National Guidance and the Children First Act, 2015 and considers the unique position of Childminders and the home environment in keeping children safe from harm.

Tues & Wed
25th and 26th February 2025

7pm to 10pm

Cavan CCC Office, Unit 5 Enterprise Centre
Killygarry, Dublin Road, Cavan, H12 E512

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Cork County Childcare Committee and Cavan County Childcare Committee Training

Tues & Wed
18th and 19th February 2025

6:30pm to 9:30pm

Vienna Woods Hotel, Cork

To book your place on this training, please contact
for a booking form
Book Training

Fingal County Childcare Committee and Westmeath County Childcare Committee Training for Childminders

Tuesday & Thursday
18th and 20th February 2025

6:30pm to 9:30pm

Fingal County Childcare Committee Office, Digital Office Centre

FREE

To book your place on this training, please book online
Book Training

eLearning Programmes

For early years professionals

The Children First eLearning Programme

A general overview. Recognising and reporting issues. Roles & responsibilities.
see programme

The Mandated Person eLearning Module

Understanding the role and responsibilities of mandated persons.
see programme

Signs of Safety Briefing

Understanding Tusla’s National Approach to Practice – Signs of Safety
see programme

The Quality and Regulatory Framework eLearning Programme

Supports early years professionals in meeting requirements. And explains the Tusla early years inspection.
see programme

Our Trainers

All trainers participate in rigorous training and quality assurance processes to ensure consistency in training nationally and fidelity to the programme.