[This course will take you about 2 hours 30 mins to complete.]

As a foster carer, you play a crucial role in safeguarding the well-being of the children in your care, and this extends to their online activities. The digital world offers countless opportunities for learning, socialising, and entertainment, but it also comes with its own set of risks. This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate these complexities, ensuring a safe and positive online experience for foster children.

In this course, you will:
- Learn about the dual nature of the internet.
- Understand how to promote positive online behaviour.
- Identify and mitigate online risks.
- Gain skills in communicating about online safety.
- Learn about how to create a safe digital environment for children and young people in your care.

Note: This course is focused on the safety and well-being of children and young people in the context of their online activities. For detailed information on data privacy, GDPR, and protection against online hacking, please consider our Keeping Data Safe course.