Safeguarding Children - ONLINE | 29 April

Strengthen Your Safeguarding Knowledge with the BMC Safeguarding Workshop
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is offering an essential online Safeguarding Workshop for coaches and instructors who work with young people in climbing, walking, and mountaineering.
This workshop provides vital training on safeguarding under-18s, ensuring that all participants are equipped to create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment, while also understanding how to protect themselves as professionals.
Upcoming workshop dates:
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Delivery: Online, tutor-led
Note: Participants are required to have their cameras on throughout the session to ensure active engagement and participation.
Course details:
Cost: £25 for BMC members
CPD Points: 0.5 CPD points through Mountain Training
What you’ll learn:
- Participants will gain valuable insights into:
- Understanding and building on good safeguarding practice
- Recognising signs of poor behaviour or abuse
- Identifying the appropriate actions to take and who to contact
- Reflecting on current practices and identifying areas for improvement
Whether you're new to instructing or looking to refresh your safeguarding knowledge, this course offers practical tools and awareness to help you maintain the highest standards in working with young people.
Who should attend:
This workshop is ideal for any coach or instructor working with under-18s in outdoor and adventure activities, particularly within the climbing, walking, and mountaineering sectors.
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