SLC Training Blog

Knife crime awareness in schools means helping staff understand why some young people carry knives, what the law allows schools to do, and how to respond safely when a weapon is suspected.

Child criminal exploitation (CCE) is when a person or group uses a power imbalance to coerce, control, manipulate or deceive a child into criminal activity.

Safeguarding training in Wales is organised into six groups, A to F, set by the National Safeguarding Training, Learning and Development Standards.

Conflict management in care homes involves listening to concerns, explaining decisions clearly and agreeing practical next steps while protecting residents' wishes and staff safety. Conversations with relatives can become difficult when people feel worried, excluded or unsure whether a concern has been heard.

Dynamic risk assessment in care means checking risks as a situation develops and adjusting the response when something changes. It helps staff decide whether to continue, adapt an activity, pause or seek support while keeping the person receiving care involved.