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Safeguarding Awareness Course

MANDATORY for every teacher & sports coach

Safeguarding Awareness Course

MANDATORY for every teacher & sports coach


Baseline safeguarding course for anyone working with children

R150

Designated Safeguarding Officer

Mandatory for all appointed DSOs

Designated Safeguarding Officer

Mandatory for all appointed DSOs


Designed for individuals appointed as Designated Safeguarding Officers within any organisation working with children.

R675

Child on Tour
(Ages 9–12)

Recommended for children (9–12) touring with a team

Child on Tour
(Ages 9–12)

Recommended for children (9–12) touring with a team


A short, child-friendly course that helps younger travellers understand their rights, trust their gut, and speak up early. Children learn simple, memorable tools (like the GUARD plan) to stay safe, set boundaries, and know exactly who to go to if something feels wrong—so they can enjoy the tour with confidence.

R175

Child on Tour
(Ages 13+)

Recommended for teens (13+) touring with a team

Child on Tour
(Ages 13+)

Recommended for teens (13+) touring with a team


A straight-talking course for teens that builds independence with responsibility. It covers boundaries, peer pressure, digital risk, and how to recognise red flags—plus clear guidance on when and how to report concerns. The aim is to empower young people to protect themselves and each other while away from home.

R175

Tour DSO Course

Specialised training for DSOs travelling with teams

Tour DSO Course

Specialised training for DSOs travelling with teams


A high-stakes, practical course designed for qualified Designated Safeguarding Officers who lead safeguarding on tours. Across four focused modules, you’ll learn how to anticipate high-risk moments (especially during downtime), set tour-specific safeguarding expectations, manage real-time concerns, and ensure clear reporting and accountability before, during, and after travel.

R1250

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