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Module 6: Carer Support and Advocacy

Module 6: Carer Support and Advocacy

Module 6 is a compulsory module of training for carers in the first year of caring.

This module was developed in partnership between QFKC and Child Safety. It covers key areas of information that will build the knowledge and skills for carers in navigating the Child Protection system as a carer.

The module explores:

  • How carers can use the Statement of Commitment to support the wellbeing of their entire household

  • How the Human Rights Act applies to both themselves and the children and young people they provide care to,

  • How legislation supports carer household needs through tools such as Placement agreements and recent legislation passed in parliament around Carer training and support

  • Helping carers to understand the complaints process available to them to support early resolution

  • Ensuring carers are aware of the internal and external provision of supports available to them as carers