This course is tailored for young people to help them build safe and positive friendships through social media, websites, and online gaming. With so many interactions happening digitally, it’s crucial to understand the potential risks and how to protect yourself.
Participants will learn how to identify genuine connections and spot red flags that may signal harmful or unsafe behaviour. The course covers important topics such as recognising scams, avoiding hackers, and preventing negative relationships. Through real-world examples, students will explore how to keep personal information private, how to set boundaries, and what to watch out for when interacting online.
We’ll also highlight common warning signs like manipulation, pressure, and other risky behaviours. This course will equip young people with practical tools to make smart decisions while engaging online, helping them to avoid dangerous situations.
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to build healthy online friendships, stay aware of potential risks, and ensure their digital interactions remain positive and secure.
Course Details
This course is designed for young people aged 13-18 who frequently use social media, websites, or online gaming platforms to form connections. It is ideal for those looking to gain a deeper understanding of online safety and how to recognise unhealthy interactions. Parents, educators, and youth leaders may also find this course useful in guiding young people to navigate online spaces safely.
Understand how to recognise safe vs. unsafe online interactions
Identify scams, hackers, and phishing attempts
Learn the warning signs of harmful behaviours and manipulation
Gain strategies for protecting personal information
Build healthy boundaries for online relationships
Understand the risks of oversharing online
Develop practical ways to stay secure on social media and gaming platforms
Introduction to Online Friendships: The risks and rewards
Common online threats: Scams, hackers, and malicious intent
Recognising unsafe behaviour: Manipulation, bullying, and pressure
Privacy protection: Keeping your data secure online
Building and maintaining healthy boundaries in online interactions
Responding to negative interactions and reporting inappropriate behaviour
Case studies of real-life online scams and their warning signs
How to stay safe while gaming and using social media
Our courses typically run between 1 to 2 hours and are conducted virtually online. This duration is designed to deliver impactful content while keeping participants engaged and focused. We include a range of interactive activities such as quizzes, polls, videos, and Q&A sessions to make the learning experience dynamic and engaging.
The 1 to 2-hour format allows for deep dives into topics without overwhelming attendees, ensuring they can actively participate and absorb the material. For most courses, this timeframe is ideal for virtual learning, offering enough time to cover the key objectives while maintaining attention and energy levels.
For clients with specific training needs, we also offer bespoke courses that can be customised to extend beyond the standard duration. If you require more extensive training, you can book multiple courses that span 8 to 12 hours across a week or longer. This flexible approach ensures that the training is comprehensive without sacrificing quality or engagement, allowing teams to build knowledge over time.
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