Creating Safe Spaces Training (CSS)

Please note: This workshop is set aside for volunteers who engage with vulnerable adults. The small group discussions will focus more on vulnerable adults, than on children.

If you volunteer with children and youth primarily, we recommend you select a different workshop.

WHAT IS COVERED IN THE CREATING SAFE SPACES TRAINING?

Information on how to create and maintain your church as a safe place, with safe programs run by leaders who are trained and certified for working with children and vulnerable people.
The training modules cover Safe Church Culture, Safe Church Practice and Protecting Children and Vulnerable Adults. An additional module is included specifically for Senior Church Leaders.

WHO IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE CREATING SAFE SPACES?

CSS is helpful for anyone but if you hold a particular position or role (paid or volunteer) as detailed below, in a BUV Church you are encouraged to attend Creating Safe Spaces Training every 4 Years.
Pastors
Elders/Deacons
Children and Youth Coordinators
Children’s and Youth Team Members
Ministry Coordinators eg. Prayer, Worship, Seniors, Community Care etc
Safe Church team members
Anyone working with vulnerable adults

HOW IS THE TRAINING DELIVERED?

The Creating Safe Spaces training is divided into two sections:

1. The Online Module. Participants complete an online module at a time that suits them, taking approximately 2.5 hours. We strongly recommend you complete this prior to the workshop.
2. The Workshop. Participants attend a three-hour workshop, which includes small group discussions of topics covered in the online module and workshop. This may be via Zoom or in person.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE COURSE?
The cost of the complete course is $35 per person. You will require a credit card at the time of booking.

By purchasing a $35 ticket for this training you are purchasing a ticket to the online course and the workshop. You will receive a confirmation email from Humanitix with instructions on how to access the online module and all the details for the workshop.

Upon successful completion of both the online module and workshop, you will receive a Certificate of Completion that is valid for 4 years.

If you have questions regarding Creating Safe Spaces please contact our Safe Church Consultant Vicky Dyer