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.
This programme has been developed to support Childminders to understand their responsibilities under the Children First National Guidance and the Children First Act, 2015. This training programme considers the unique position of Childminders and the home environment in keeping children safe from harm and will provide you with the resources and information to help you support children to grow, develop and achieve their full potential.
Prior to attending Always Children First Training, Childminders are required to complete the following eLearning Programmes: Tulsa’s Children First eLearning Programme Children First E-Learning Programme Tusla Child and Family AgencyTulsa’s Mandated Person eLearning Programme
Mandated Person eLearning module Tusla Child and Family Agency
This training can be attended by childminders, their family members and emergency cover persons. Further Child Safeguarding information, supports and resources can be found on the National Child Safeguarding Programme Website
Sat
13th Sep 2025
10:00am to 4:00pm
Sligo County Childcare Committee Office
F91YY04
Always Children First training is required by those who have not completed it previously or whose certificate is out of date. This full day's training will:
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All trainers participate in rigorous training and quality assurance processes to ensure consistency in training nationally and fidelity to the programme.
