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Social Media Basics for Carers

A practical introduction to social media safety for carers, grandparents, and anyone supporting children.

beginner
30 minutes total

If you're caring for children who use social media, you need to understand the platforms, the risks, and what you can do. This course is designed for anyone who may not be very familiar with social media themselves.

What you'll learn

  • Understand the most popular social media platforms children use
  • Recognise the main risks on each platform
  • Know how to check and adjust privacy settings
  • Have supportive conversations about social media use

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