Child protection

The Children's Commissioner for England has said she supports a ban on smacking children in England. Wales recently became the second nation in the UK to ban smacking with the move enshrined in law in March. Scotland implemented a ban in November 2020.

Camilla welcomes innovation and courage, and shares some of the exciting work happening across paediatrics.

These opportunities support the College's research activities. We promote high quality research, support the development of paediatric researchers and contribute directly to the evidence base.

This one day, expert-led, online course aims to equip paediatricians for an up-to-date approach to the management of perplexing presentations and fabricated and induced illness (FII). This is in line with the RCPCH guidance, updated in March 2021. Please note: This course will be held online, vi...

This two day online course is structured to equip paediatricians with both the technical and forensic skills to obtain high quality samples, and the knowledge and understanding of the physical, emotional and procedural considerations of managing children who have experienced suspected sexual assault...

This one day online course, and accompanying pre-course eLearning package, is to equip named and designated paediatricians working with Looked After Children with a comprehensive understanding of their role and to develop the skills needed to fulfil their wide-ranging responsibilities as Looked Afte...

This one-day online course explores how to write statements and reports that document the valuable information needed for effective investigation in child protection cases. This course is focused purely on English and Welsh law.

This one-day online course explores how to write statements and reports that document the valuable information needed for effective investigation in child protection cases. This course is focused purely on English and Welsh law.