Safeguarding Training

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There are two safeguarding training course run by the Methodist Church:

  • Foundation Module: These are run by local trainers. Contact your Circuit Safeguarding Officer or Minister for more information.
  • Advanced Module (formerly Leadership Course): these are run by regional trainers. See here for more details of when the next courses are and how to book.

    Who needs to attend the safeguarding courses?

     

    Role Foundation Advanced Module
    Ministers (presbyters & deacons) Yes Yes
    Church/Circuit Safeguarding Officers Yes Yes
    Local Preachers & Worship Leaders Yes Yes
    Paid/volunteer workers* Yes Yes
    Supernumerary Ministers Yes Those with active ministry; others are warmly invited
    Those training for ministry Yes -
    People working with children/youth Yes Leaders of these groups need to attend
    Church/Circuit Stewards Yes -

    *with pastoral responsibility

    Trainee worship leaders and local preachers need to attend the Foundation Module. See the document above for the full list.

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