An Introduction to Children Law

Introduction

This one day course will provide an introduction to children law, in both private and public law cases.

Using worked examples, this course is intended for those new to this area including those who work in a local authority environment. The course is delivered by an experienced children law practitioner, who has worked in both the private and public law sector.

What You Will Learn

The main areas covered in the course will include:

• Nuts and bolts of the Children Act 1989
• Concept of parental responsibility and application
• Private Children Law Orders
• Principles under the Children Act 1989
• Child Arrangement Orders
• Child Arrangements programme and documentation
• Cases involving domestic abuse
• Public children law
• Pre-proceedings steps
• Emergency protection
• Care and supervision orders
• Secure accommodation
• Public law outline
• Placement and adoption orders