About C-LAB
Despite a strong legal framework like the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO Act), thousands of children continue to face sexual abuse in homes, schools, institutions, and communities. Recognising the growing number of cases and the challenges faced by child victims in navigating through the complex justice system, the 2020 POCSO Rules introduced the concept of “Support Person.”
A trained professional appointed by the Child Welfare Committee, the Support Person has an important role to play in helping child victims and their families understand and engage with the legal process, ensuring access to psychosocial support, and facilitating rehabilitation and reintegration.
The Certificate Course on Child Protection for Support Person has been designed precisely with the intention of timely empowerment of Support Persons with specialised knowledge, skills, and sensitivity.
Curriculum Highlights
Justice for Children and Need for Support Persons
Child Rights and Child Protection Basics
POCSO and Basic Legal Procedure in Child Sexual Abuse Cases
Support Person, Roles and Responsibilities, and Development of Child Protection Plan
Supporting Compensation & Rehabilitation
Trauma-Informed and Child-Sensitive Approach
Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Self-Care
Skillful Case Management
Who Should Apply
Socially conscious individuals who are currently working with child victims of abuse in the capacity of a “Support Person”, or social workers entering the child protection systems.
Mode and Pedagogy
A 2.5-month (approximately 9-10 weeks) blended learning program combining online education with supervised field practice. Each module is delivered through:
1. Live Virtual Classes
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18 hours total across 17 modules
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Interactive lectures, case-based discussions, and multimedia content
2. Field Work & Assignments
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96 hours total (approx. 12 hours per module)
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Practical, community-based assignments in the participant’s district
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Real-life case simulation under mentor supervision
Faculty
Experts from the fields of Law, Mental Health, and Social Work
Assessment
Multiple Choice Questions, Applied Case Study Assessment
Passing Marks
At least 60% marks must be scored for successful certification.
Course Coordinator
Dr. Sangita Gaur
Associate Director
+ 91 9810814035
sangita@childprotection.org.in
