Reportable Conduct Investigations

About this course

The Reportable Conduct Investigations Short Course is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of how to conduct investigations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme. This course is essential for professionals working in child-related organisations, including schools, approved education and care services, public authorities, religious bodies, and other institutions where the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable individuals are paramount.
Participants will learn about the legislative requirements under the Reportable Conduct Scheme, including the types of conduct that must be reported, the obligations of employers, and the process for handling and investigating allegations. The course will also cover the responsibilities of individuals within organisations to prevent, identify, and report conduct that may harm or put at risk the safety of children.
Learn from experienced professionals who bring real-world experience into the classroom and experts who have conducted high-profile investigations. Gain practical skills and knowledge to identify, investigate, and conclude an investigation related to reportable conduct.

Key areas covered include:

• Investigative Techniques: Learn how to conduct thorough and effective investigations.
• Legal and Ethical Frameworks: Understand the laws and ethical considerations that govern reportable conduct, including how to write an allegation letter.
• Interviewing Skills: Develop the basics of interview planning and interviewing victims, witnesses, and persons subject to allegations with sensitivity and precision.
• Report Writing: Understand how to set out your findings in clear, concise, and professional reports.

This short course is ideal for managers, supervisors, human resources professionals, and anyone responsible for overseeing staff in child-related roles.