Child Internet Safety Certificate

Child Internet Safety Course

This course provides parents, carers and anyone working with children with an overview of the dangers children and young people face when they use the internet. It encourages parents and carers to develop strong lines of communication when talking with their children, and contains practical advice for holding conversations about sensitive issues including cyber-bullying, pornography use and online relationships.

What you will learn

In taking this course, you will learn the following:
  • Why the dangers of the digital era must be taken seriously.
  • How and why children make use of the internet.
  • How to keep up to date with the latest technology and the tools your child is likely to be using online.
  • The most common ways in which children and teenagers use social media.
  • The importance of teaching your child to use privacy settings as a means of protecting their personal information and identity from misuse.
  • Why you must be prepared to support your child in the event that they become a victim of bullying.
  • The factors that may make a child or teenager particularly vulnerable to cyber-bullying.
  • How to spot the signs that indicate your child may be a victim of bullying.
  • How to start a discussion with your child if you suspect that they are being bullied.
  • How best to talk to your child if they have been accused of bullying behaviours.
  • Why good communication skills are important in keeping your child safe online.
  • The sensitive issues you will have to discuss with your child when educating them about online safety.
  • How to develop your listening skills in such a way that your child will feel comfortable raising sensitive issues.
  • How to discuss internet safety issues with children who have learning disabilities.
  • What is meant by the term “grooming”, and why parents need to be aware of the dangers.
  • The various types of online grooming used by predators on the internet.
  • How the grooming process typically unfolds, from beginning to end.
  • How to spot the signs of grooming and abuse in children and teenagers.
  • How to verify that an online “friend” is who they claim to be.
  • The kinds of extreme material that children and teenagers can view online.
  • The nature of extremist and radical political content and how its impact can be lessened.
  • The kind of content posted on pro-eating disorder sites and how some websites normalise other mental illnesses and self-destructive behaviours.
  • What children and teenagers learn about sex, gender roles and relationships online.
  • The potential effects of viewing pornography on healthy sexual development and the ability to form appropriate relationships.
  • How to talk to your child about pornography and other sexually explicit material.
  • How children and young people use the internet to date and develop romantic relationships.
  • How to help your child if they have become involved in an abusive relationship.
  • What internet addiction is, the main symptoms, and the long-term effects if it is left untreated.
  • Why you need to remain alert to the possibility of internet addiction in children and teenagers.
  • The factors that make an individual more susceptible than average to developing an internet addiction.
  • How you can help your child or teenager cut down on their internet use.
  • The professional treatment options available to you and your child if their internet addiction appears to be out of control.
  • Why you may want to consider using tools, such as monitoring applications, to keep your child safe online.
  • The ways in which older children and teenagers may try to work around monitoring tools.
  • The importance of using good communication in conjunction with monitoring tools.

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • Reasons why the dangers of the digital era must be taken seriously, when it comes to child safety.
  • Exactly how and why children make use of the internet, for both educational and recreational purposes.
  • How to strike a balance between appropriate concern for your child’s wellbeing and remaining protective with regards to online activities.
  • The specific sources of danger that children may encounter, when they use the internet.
  • The prevalence of social media use amongst children and teenagers.
  • The most common ways in which children and teenagers use social media.
  • The most popular social media platforms with different age groups.
  • The importance of teaching your child to use privacy settings as a means of protecting their personal information and identity from misuse.
  • Why you must be prepared to support your child, in the event that they become a victim of bullying.
  • The factors that may make a child or teenager particularly vulnerable to cyber-bullying.
  • How to spot the signs that indicate your child may be a victim of bullying.
  • How children and teenagers feel when they are on the receiving end of cyber-bullying.
  • How you may feel if and when you discover that your child has been subjecting others to bullying or harassing behaviour.
  • Why you should not hold yourself completely accountable for your child's actions.
  • How best to talk to your child if they have been accused of bullying behaviours.
  • The legal consequences your child can expect if they have been involved in serious or sustained online harassment.
  • Why good communication skills are important in keeping your child safe online.
  • The sensitive issues you will have to discuss with your child when educating them about online safety.
  • The barriers you may encounter when you try to talk to your child about sensitive issues.
  • How to encourage your child to talk to you about their fears and concerns.
  • What is meant by the term “grooming' and why parents need to be aware of the dangers.
  • The various types of online grooming used by predators on the internet.
  • How the grooming process typically unfolds, from beginning to end.
  • How to spot the signs of grooming and abuse in children and teenagers.
  • The kinds of extreme material that children and teenagers can view online.
  • The potential effects of viewing such material on children and teenagers.
  • The ways in which online material can shape the opinions of children and teenagers.
  • The nature of extremist and radical political content and how its impact can be lessened.
  • What children and teenagers learn about sex, gender roles and relationships online.
  • Research findings, which indicate that viewing pornography may have a negative long-term effect on healthy sexual development and the ability to form appropriate relationships.
  • How to talk to your child about pornography and other sexually explicit material.
  • How children and young people use the internet to date and develop romantic relationships.
  • What internet addiction is, the main symptoms and the long-term effects if it is left untreated.
  • Why you need to remain alert to the possibility of internet addiction in children and teenagers.
  • The factors that make an individual more susceptible than average to developing an internet addiction.
  • How you can help your child or teenager cut down on their internet use.
  • Why you may want to consider using tools, such as monitoring applications, to keep your child safe online.
  • The major functions offered by some of the most popular monitoring tools available.
  • How to introduce and talk about monitoring tools with your child.
  • The ways in which older children and teenagers may try to work around monitoring tools.
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Child Internet Safety Certificate

on 21st November 2025

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

I was worried that I wouldn't be able to manage this my course and work. But to my surprise and comfort this course is set out so well I find I'm enjoying learning again and look forward to putting my studying into practice in my future job role....it's brilliant !!!!

Marie Whitfield

John Grover

Well structured and easy to follow coursework. My queries were answered promptly and were clearly not stock Q&A responses so I felt I had been given real support.

The test at the end was unexpected as the end of module tests were self marking. As it was a timed test that covered every aspect of the course but in a random way which meant one had to pay attention and read the questions carefully!

I feel I have achieved something and will certainly follow up with another course. New Skills Academy is highly recommended as an online study organisation, as well.

Moi Watson

I studied this course recently and found it to be very interesting, lots of information all easy to understand and printable. The videos were a great add on, easy to follow and understand, showed ways how to do the different types of massages, how to stand and extra information on how to go about adding this to your own business. Contacting the admin department was easy, answered calls very quickly and dealt with the issues straight away. Also a call back to make sure everything was ok. Received certificate within days and downloaded, very good quality. Would highly recommend learning this way!

Pamela Johnstone

This was the first online course I’ve funded myself and I was apprehensive as you don’t really know what you’re going to get!

However, I’m happy to report that this course has given me a really good grounding in Child Psychology and has whet my appetite to pursue some of the content in more detail under my own steam.

When I had questions, the Support Team’s responses were lightning fast and reassuring and for the fee paid and the experience I’ve had this has been great value for money and a firm foundation on which to build in the future.

Thank you New Skills Academy!

Tom Shires

Great course lots to learn and apply very informative, as a pharmacy assistant this course has given me more knowledge and confidence to provide great services to my customers.

Assignments were easy to follow and I would recommend anyone to study a course at New Skills Academy as you can do them in your own time.

Having a certificate not only boosts my confidence, but also shows my employers that i have learnt new skills and have gained more information that is useful for my area of work.

Thanks very much New Skills Academy, I will study with you again!

Shane Hills

Duration:
15 hours

Access:
Lifetime Access

Approved by:
CPD

Learning Type:


Text based modules  Images 

Cost:
£100.00

Child Internet Safety Course

This course provides parents, carers and anyone working with children with an overview of the dangers children and young people face when they use the internet. It encourages parents and carers to develop strong lines of communication when talking with their children, and contains practical advice for holding conversations about sensitive issues including cyber-bullying, pornography use and online relationships.

What you will learn

In taking this course, you will learn the following:
  • Why the dangers of the digital era must be taken seriously.
  • How and why children make use of the internet.
  • How to keep up to date with the latest technology and the tools your child is likely to be using online.
  • The most common ways in which children and teenagers use social media.
  • The importance of teaching your child to use privacy settings as a means of protecting their personal information and identity from misuse.
  • Why you must be prepared to support your child in the event that they become a victim of bullying.
  • The factors that may make a child or teenager particularly vulnerable to cyber-bullying.
  • How to spot the signs that indicate your child may be a victim of bullying.
  • How to start a discussion with your child if you suspect that they are being bullied.
  • How best to talk to your child if they have been accused of bullying behaviours.
  • Why good communication skills are important in keeping your child safe online.
  • The sensitive issues you will have to discuss with your child when educating them about online safety.
  • How to develop your listening skills in such a way that your child will feel comfortable raising sensitive issues.
  • How to discuss internet safety issues with children who have learning disabilities.
  • What is meant by the term “grooming”, and why parents need to be aware of the dangers.
  • The various types of online grooming used by predators on the internet.
  • How the grooming process typically unfolds, from beginning to end.
  • How to spot the signs of grooming and abuse in children and teenagers.
  • How to verify that an online “friend” is who they claim to be.
  • The kinds of extreme material that children and teenagers can view online.
  • The nature of extremist and radical political content and how its impact can be lessened.
  • The kind of content posted on pro-eating disorder sites and how some websites normalise other mental illnesses and self-destructive behaviours.
  • What children and teenagers learn about sex, gender roles and relationships online.
  • The potential effects of viewing pornography on healthy sexual development and the ability to form appropriate relationships.
  • How to talk to your child about pornography and other sexually explicit material.
  • How children and young people use the internet to date and develop romantic relationships.
  • How to help your child if they have become involved in an abusive relationship.
  • What internet addiction is, the main symptoms, and the long-term effects if it is left untreated.
  • Why you need to remain alert to the possibility of internet addiction in children and teenagers.
  • The factors that make an individual more susceptible than average to developing an internet addiction.
  • How you can help your child or teenager cut down on their internet use.
  • The professional treatment options available to you and your child if their internet addiction appears to be out of control.
  • Why you may want to consider using tools, such as monitoring applications, to keep your child safe online.
  • The ways in which older children and teenagers may try to work around monitoring tools.
  • The importance of using good communication in conjunction with monitoring tools.

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • Reasons why the dangers of the digital era must be taken seriously, when it comes to child safety.
  • Exactly how and why children make use of the internet, for both educational and recreational purposes.
  • How to strike a balance between appropriate concern for your child’s wellbeing and remaining protective with regards to online activities.
  • The specific sources of danger that children may encounter, when they use the internet.
  • The prevalence of social media use amongst children and teenagers.
  • The most common ways in which children and teenagers use social media.
  • The most popular social media platforms with different age groups.
  • The importance of teaching your child to use privacy settings as a means of protecting their personal information and identity from misuse.
  • Why you must be prepared to support your child, in the event that they become a victim of bullying.
  • The factors that may make a child or teenager particularly vulnerable to cyber-bullying.
  • How to spot the signs that indicate your child may be a victim of bullying.
  • How children and teenagers feel when they are on the receiving end of cyber-bullying.
  • How you may feel if and when you discover that your child has been subjecting others to bullying or harassing behaviour.
  • Why you should not hold yourself completely accountable for your child's actions.
  • How best to talk to your child if they have been accused of bullying behaviours.
  • The legal consequences your child can expect if they have been involved in serious or sustained online harassment.
  • Why good communication skills are important in keeping your child safe online.
  • The sensitive issues you will have to discuss with your child when educating them about online safety.
  • The barriers you may encounter when you try to talk to your child about sensitive issues.
  • How to encourage your child to talk to you about their fears and concerns.
  • What is meant by the term “grooming' and why parents need to be aware of the dangers.
  • The various types of online grooming used by predators on the internet.
  • How the grooming process typically unfolds, from beginning to end.
  • How to spot the signs of grooming and abuse in children and teenagers.
  • The kinds of extreme material that children and teenagers can view online.
  • The potential effects of viewing such material on children and teenagers.
  • The ways in which online material can shape the opinions of children and teenagers.
  • The nature of extremist and radical political content and how its impact can be lessened.
  • What children and teenagers learn about sex, gender roles and relationships online.
  • Research findings, which indicate that viewing pornography may have a negative long-term effect on healthy sexual development and the ability to form appropriate relationships.
  • How to talk to your child about pornography and other sexually explicit material.
  • How children and young people use the internet to date and develop romantic relationships.
  • What internet addiction is, the main symptoms and the long-term effects if it is left untreated.
  • Why you need to remain alert to the possibility of internet addiction in children and teenagers.
  • The factors that make an individual more susceptible than average to developing an internet addiction.
  • How you can help your child or teenager cut down on their internet use.
  • Why you may want to consider using tools, such as monitoring applications, to keep your child safe online.
  • The major functions offered by some of the most popular monitoring tools available.
  • How to introduce and talk about monitoring tools with your child.
  • The ways in which older children and teenagers may try to work around monitoring tools.
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Child Internet Safety Certificate

on 21st November 2025

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

I was worried that I wouldn't be able to manage this my course and work. But to my surprise and comfort this course is set out so well I find I'm enjoying learning again and look forward to putting my studying into practice in my future job role....it's brilliant !!!!

Marie Whitfield

John Grover

Well structured and easy to follow coursework. My queries were answered promptly and were clearly not stock Q&A responses so I felt I had been given real support.

The test at the end was unexpected as the end of module tests were self marking. As it was a timed test that covered every aspect of the course but in a random way which meant one had to pay attention and read the questions carefully!

I feel I have achieved something and will certainly follow up with another course. New Skills Academy is highly recommended as an online study organisation, as well.

Moi Watson

I studied this course recently and found it to be very interesting, lots of information all easy to understand and printable. The videos were a great add on, easy to follow and understand, showed ways how to do the different types of massages, how to stand and extra information on how to go about adding this to your own business. Contacting the admin department was easy, answered calls very quickly and dealt with the issues straight away. Also a call back to make sure everything was ok. Received certificate within days and downloaded, very good quality. Would highly recommend learning this way!

Pamela Johnstone

This was the first online course I’ve funded myself and I was apprehensive as you don’t really know what you’re going to get!

However, I’m happy to report that this course has given me a really good grounding in Child Psychology and has whet my appetite to pursue some of the content in more detail under my own steam.

When I had questions, the Support Team’s responses were lightning fast and reassuring and for the fee paid and the experience I’ve had this has been great value for money and a firm foundation on which to build in the future.

Thank you New Skills Academy!

Tom Shires

Great course lots to learn and apply very informative, as a pharmacy assistant this course has given me more knowledge and confidence to provide great services to my customers.

Assignments were easy to follow and I would recommend anyone to study a course at New Skills Academy as you can do them in your own time.

Having a certificate not only boosts my confidence, but also shows my employers that i have learnt new skills and have gained more information that is useful for my area of work.

Thanks very much New Skills Academy, I will study with you again!

Shane Hills

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