FGM Awareness

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this FGM online course, learners should know and understand the following:

• Defining FGM
• Understand exactly what FGM is and how it can affect the victim
• Signs of FGM
• Recognise the signs of FGM as part of your safeguarding duty
• 4 R’s of child protection
• Understand the 4 R’s of child protection

Frequently asked questions

It is important that anyone working with or around children and young people, understand what FGM is. Here are some of the questions that our training specialists hear on a regular basis.

What is FGM training?

FGM (female genital mutilation) training is designed to teach staff how to safeguard, support and care for those vulnerable, along with how to spot the signs of FGM so they can prevent it from happening.

How long is FGM training valid for?

FGM training certificate does not have an expiration date. However, based on industry guidelines, it is recommended to renew this training every 3 years.

Who should take FGM training?

FGM training should be taken by:

• Nurses
• Healthcare professionals
• Support workers
• Safeguarding lead
• Teachers

Or anyone that comes into contact with children, young people and adults.

Delivery Methods

Our FGM Awareness course is easily accessible online through e-learning, allowing your staff to study anytime, anywhere, 24/7. This makes it the perfect option for care staff with challenging shift patterns. Additionally, you will receive exceptional customer support from our dedicated account manager and support team.

• Study when you want 

• Track staff progress 

• Study anywhere you want on any device

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Get Certified

Just follow these four simple steps, sit back, relax and let us do the hard work for you and your team.

1.Book A Course Book this FGM online training course by calling us or sending us a message.

2. Login Once everything has been booked, you will receive login details for you and your staff.

3. Complete Course Complete the FGM course you purchased in the delivery method you chose.

4. Become Certified Great! Now you’re certified and can download the FGM Awareness certificate from the portal.

Great! Now that you’re certified, you can download the FGM Awareness certificate from the portal or request a certificate, and we will email it to you in PDF form.