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Understanding Gender and Identity in Children and Young People (CPD Certified)

Understanding Gender and Identity in Children and Young People (CPD Certified)

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The course explores the importance of understanding gender and identity, addressing societal stigma and prejudice. Learners will learn to help children and young people overcome bullying or discrimination and to direct them to supportive media sources if they question their gender, sexuality, or identity. The course also provides a solid foundation for supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, including those facing bullying.

Guided Learning hours: 2

Learning method: Online

Printable Certificate (CPD Certified)

Assessment type: Auto-marked questions and all knowledge-based units.

In this course, learners will cover:

  • The facts – Understand what gender and identity is - In this section, learners will be introduced to what sex, sexual orientation, gender expression and gender identity are. They will learn the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity, and look at how treatment of gender and sexuality have changed over time in the UK. By the end of this section, learners will have a good baseline understanding of gender and sexuality, including the importance of inclusion and how to use pronouns.
  • Why now? – Why it is important to understand gender and identity - In this section, learners will look at how gender and sexuality impact children and young people, including stigma, prejudice and discrimination and legislation and case studies relating to this. By the end of the section, learners will be able to outline the positive effects of educating children and young people on gender and identity, including the importance of positive representation in the media.
  • Skills Cast - This is a video-based section. It will include an extended long interview with an expert in the field.
  • The how – Understand how to support a child or young person in relation to their gender and identity - In this section, learners will learn more about aspects of sexuality and identity such as coming out and Pride. By the end of the section, learners will have a solid understanding of how to support LGBTQ+ individuals, including those being bullied.
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