This course is aimed at any professionals who may need to attend the family court as part of proceedings following a public law application by a local authority. The course will provide knowledge, skills and confidence in preparing for and attending court proceedings.
By the end of the course those attending will:
- Understand the key principles of the Children Act 1989
- Have had an opportunity to consider the PLO process and requirements
- Have an overview of public law and the range of orders available to a court
- Have knowledge of the function and purpose of courts in children’s proceedings
- Understand the role of Guardian, and have considered court structures, personnel and processes
- Understand what a professional statement should contain and how to compile one
- Have considered what is available as evidence
- Have had an opportunity to consider how to compile an effective care plan (social workers only)
- Understand their role & how to prepare to attend court
- Understand what happens at court including giving evidence and cross examination
- Have had an opportunity to put learning into practice through a simulated court case
- Understand what they need in terms of support when called to give evidence at court
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