Short Course

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for Fondazzjoni Sebħ in English – Grp 2

11/08/2026

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Fondazzjoni Sebħ employees and volunteers

January – February 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personMonday 25th January 2027
from 9:00am to 12:00pm		Fondazzjoni Sebħ, Ħamrun
Recorded materialMonday 25th January 2027 – Monday 8th February 2027Recorded videos will be accessible online via our Moodle VLE platform
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamMonday 25th January 2027Monday 8th February 2027
Reflective JournalMonday 25th January 2027Thursday 25th February 2027
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for Fondazzjoni Sebħ in English – Grp 1

11/08/2026

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Fondazzjoni Sebħ employees and volunteers

January – February 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personTuesday 19th January 2027
from 9:00am to 12:00pm		Fondazzjoni Sebħ, Ħamrun
Recorded materialTuesday 19th January 2027 – Tuesday 2nd February 2027Recorded videos will be accessible online via our Moodle VLE platform
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamTuesday 19th January 2027Tuesday 2nd February 2027
Reflective JournalTuesday 19th January 2027Friday 19th February 2027
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for Fondazzjoni Sebħ in Maltese

11/08/2026

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Fondazzjoni Sebħ employees and volunteers

January – February 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personThursday 14th January 2027
from 9:30am to 12:30pm		Fondazzjoni Sebħ, Ħamrun
Recorded materialThursday 14th January 2027 – Thursday 28th January 2027Recorded videos will be accessible online via our Moodle VLE platform
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamThursday 14th January 2027Thursday 28th January 2027
Reflective JournalThursday 14th January 2027Sunday 14th February 2027
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.

IL-FIDI GĦALL-ĠENERAZZJONI ĠDIDA

31/07/2026   3, Vincenzo Dimech Street, Floriana

Fl-ewwel ġurnata tal-kors ser tinġabar €10 b’risq Is-Soċjetà tal-M.U.S.E.U.M.

Dan il-kors joffri riflessjoni u formazzjoni għall-katekisti li jixtiequ jħabbru l-fidi b’mod rilevanti lill-ġenerazzjonijiet tal-lum. Permezz ta’ temi bħall-intelliġenza artifiċjali u l-evanġelizzazzjoni, l-identità tal-katekist bħala dixxiplu, il-karatteristiċi tal-Generation Alpha, u r-realtajiet tal-familji tal-lum, il-parteċipanti se jkunu mgħammra b’għarfien u ħiliet prattiċi biex iwasslu l-messaġġ tal-Evanġelju b’mod kreattiv, awtentiku u pastorali.

Soċji nisa tal-Museum u katekisti nisa li jgħallmu fl-oqsma tal-Museum.

Target Audience Age: 18+

Il-kors ser isir mis-6:30pm sat-8:30pm f’ 3, Triq Vincenzo Dimech, Floriana.

DataTema
14 ta’ Settembru 2026L-AI u l-Evanġelizazzjoni
15 ta’ Settembru 2026Il-Qalb tal-Katekist
Katekisti… Dixxipli qabel Għalliema
16 ta’ Settembru 2026Generation Alpha fil-Klassijiet tal-Katekeżi
Ir-Realtajiet tal-Familji llum

Dan il-kors għandu tlett tipi ta’ ċertifikati:

1. Ċertifikat ta’ Attendenza

Sabiex jinkiseb Ċertifikat ta’ Attendenza, l-istudenti huma meħtieġa jattendu 80% tas-sessjonijiet tal-kors.

2. Ċertifikat ta’ Partiċipazzjoni

Sabiex jinkiseb Ċertifikat ta’ Partiċipazzjoni, l-istudenti huma meħtieġa jattendu 80% tas-sessjonijiet tal-kors u jgħaddu minn eżami multiple-choice qasir. Dan isir fuq il-pjattaforma tal-Moodle tal-istitut.

3. Ċertifikat ta’ Kisba

Sabiex jinkiseb Ċertifikat ta’ Kisba, l-istudenti huma meħtieġa jattendu 80% tas-sessjonijiet tal-kors, jgħaddu minn eżami multiple-choice qasir. Dan isir fuq il-pjattaforma tal-Moodle tal-istitut kif ukoll minn written assignment.

Lingwa: L-applikanti għandhom ikollom fehma tal-Malti u jkunu fluwenti fl-Ingliż.

Teknoloġija diġitali: L-applikanti huma meħtieġa li jkunu fluwenti fl-użu tad-dinja diġitali, inkluż li jkunu jafu kif jaċċessaw l-internet u jużaw office suites bħal Microsoft Word.

Fl-ewwel ġurnata tal-kors ser tinġabar €10 b’risq Is-Soċjetà tal-M.U.S.E.U.M.

Introduction to Gregorian Chant Notation: Reading, Understanding, and Singing the Neumes of the Western Liturgical Tradition

27/07/2026

This course provides a solid introduction to the reading of Gregorian chant notation, guiding participants through the graphic system that has preserved and transmitted the liturgical repertoire of the Church for over a millennium.

Through a gradual, practice-oriented approach, participants will become familiar with the fundamental elements of Gregorian notation, including the four-line staff, clefs, simple and compound neumes, the principal rhythmic signs, expressive markings, and the interpretative principles that transform notation into a living musical practice.

Each topic will be explored through the analysis and performance of well-known chants from the Gregorian repertoire, carefully selected for their pedagogical value as well as their liturgical and musical significance. Examples may include Ubi caritas, Salve Regina, Puer natus est, Victimae paschali laudes, Veni Creator Spiritus, together with other chants representing the principal seasons of the liturgical year.

Particular attention will be devoted to the relationship between the Latin text and the melody, ecclesiastical Latin pronunciation, musical phrasing, and the liturgical context of the repertoire, enabling participants to approach Gregorian notation not merely as a writing system but as a means of expressive and informed musical interpretation.

Choir directors, singers, organists, music students, music educators, seminarians, liturgical cantors, animators and anyone wishing to acquire a foundational knowledge of Gregorian chant notation. No previous experience with Gregorian notation is required but a basic knowledge of music is essential.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on Wednesdays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm (CET).

The course will be delivered online via Zoom only

DateSession
7th October 2026Introduction to Gregorian Chant
14th October 2026The Language of Gregorian Notation
21st October 2026Reading the Neumes
28th October 2026From Notation to Performance
4th November 2026Exploring the Repertoire
11th November 2026Guided Reading and Practice

This course has two exit certificate options:

  1. Certificate of Attendance

To obtain a Certificate of Attendance, students must attend 80% of course contact hours. 

2. Certificate of Achievement 

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must fulfil the criteria for a certificate of attendance and successfully pass an assessment at the end of the course.

Language: Participants must have a primary level understanding of English.

Digital: Participants must know how to access the internet.

Introduction to the Basics of the Catholic Faith – A Short Course for Parent

22/07/2026   Iklin Parish Centre

This introductory course offers parents a simple and accessible overview of the core beliefs of the Catholic faith. Through practical explanations, and guided discussion, parents will strengthen their own understanding and be better equipped to accompany their children in catechism. The course covers the Creed, the Sacraments, prayer, the Bible, and how to live faith daily. No prior knowledge is needed—just openness and curiosity.

Parents and guardians of children enrolled in the Holy Communion and Confirmation programme at Iklin Parish

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on four Sundays from 9:30am to 11:00am at Iklin Parish Centres

DateSession
11th October 2026 The Bible: God’s Word for Families Today
8th November 2026What Do Catholics Believe? (The Creed Made Simple)
10th January 2027Catholic Prayer and How to Pray with Your Child
14th February 2027Living the Faith at Home and in the Parish

This course has one exit certificate option:

  1. Certificate of Attendance

To obtain a Certificate of Attendance, students must attend 80% of course contact hours. 

Language: Participants must have a primary level understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital: Participants must know how to access the internet and use office suites.

Healing and Growth: Spiritual, Psychological and Social

21/07/2026

This short course opens a structured conversation between Catholic theology, pastoral practice and the mental health professions. It explores how spiritual, psychological and social dimensions of life contribute to healing and growth, while respecting the distinct aims, languages and responsibilities of pastoral ministry, spiritual direction, counselling, psychotherapy and psychiatry.

The programme proceeds from an integral view of human development: persons grow within relationships, communities, cultures and the wider environment, and in openness to God’s active presence in the world. It also takes seriously the insights of the psychological sciences into wellbeing, suffering, resilience and care.

The programme is intended primarily for mental health professionals and trainees, priests, religious, spiritual directors, chaplains, pastoral workers and lay ministers who accompany people experiencing emotional, relational or spiritual difficulty.

Target Audience Age: 18+

The course will take place on two Saturdays at Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta

Programme – 10th October 2026

DateTimeSession
10th October 2026 9:00am – 9:30amOpening: why healing and growth need each other
10th October 20269:30am – 10:15amWhat do we mean by “soul” and “psyche”?
10th October 202610:15am – 11:15amThe human person in Christian perspective: redemption and divinisation
10th October 202611:15am 12:30pmThe human person in psychological perspectives: medical, relational, developmental and political lenses
10th October 202612:30pm – 1:15pmThe human person in Malta today: contextual challenges
10th October 20261:15pm 2:00pmDistinguishing remits and forms of accompaniment

Programme – 17th October 2026

DateTimeSession
17th October 20269:00am – 10:00amAfflictions of the soul: from the Desert Fathers to DSM-5-TR
17th October 202610:00am – 11:15amThe soul’s growth: existential concern, conscience, freedom and grief
17th October 202611:15am – 12:15pmPoints of tension: when spirituality blocks growth and when psychology harms
17th October 202612:15pm – 1:00pmIntegration and next steps
17th October 20261:00pm – 2:00pmConcluding dialogue

This course has two exit certificate options:

  1. Certificate of Attendance

To obtain a Certificate of Attendance, students must attend 80% of course contact hours. 

2. Certificate of Achievement 

To obtain a Certificate of Achievement, students must: 

  • attend 80% of course contact hours;  
  • a reflective essay

Language: Participants must have a primary level understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital: Participants must know how to access the internet and use office suites.

Previous courses / training: prior professional, clinical or ministerial formation.

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for San Anton Senior School

09/07/2026

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

San Anton Senior School contributors

October – November 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personFriday 30th October 2026
from 9:00am to 12:00pm		San Anton Senior School, Imġarr
Recorded materialFriday 30th October 2026 – Friday 13th November 2026Recorded videos will be accessible online via our Moodle VLE platform
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamFriday 30th October 2026Friday 13th November 2026
Reflective JournalFriday 30th October 2026Monday 30th November 2026
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for Duwa (2026/2027)

09/07/2026

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Duwa contributors

August – September 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personSaturday 29th August 2026
from 9:00am to 12:00pm		Ta’ Mlit Pastoral Centre, Mosta
Recorded materialSaturday 29th August 2026 – Saturday 12th September 2026Recorded videos will be accessible online via our Moodle VLE platform
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamSaturday 29th August 2026Saturday 12th September 2026
Reflective JournalSaturday 29th August 2026Tuesday 29th September 2026
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.

Award in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults for Parroċċa tal-Marsa – It-Trinità Qaddisa

02/07/2026   Sala tal-Parroċċa tal-Marsa – It-Trinità Qaddisa

The short course – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults will assist staff and volunteers in recognising the key principles of safeguarding and in creating a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Parroċċa tal-Marsa – It-Trinità Qaddisa parishioners

September – October 2026
Lecturing Period
Mode of DeliveryDate & TimeVenue
In-personSaturday 12th September 2026
from 9:00am to 12:00pm		Sala tal-Parroċċa tal-Marsa – It-Trinità Qaddisa
In-person
(to watch recorded material)		Saturday 19th September 2026
from 9:00am to 11:00am		Sala tal-Parroċċa tal-Marsa – It-Trinità Qaddisa
Assessment Period
AssessmentAvailable FromDue by
Short Multiple-Choice Online ExamSaturday 12th September 2026Saturday 26th September 2026
Reflective JournalSaturday 12th September 2026Monday 12th October 2026
LO1 – Competence

By the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired a good enough combination of the below mentioned skills and knowledge, so much so that s/he will be competent enough to provide an emotionally, mentally and spiritually safe working environment for children and/or vulnerable adults; can recognise and deal with different signs of abuse; can comply with national laws, policies and procedures concerning safeguarding and can refer and collaborate with professionals in the field to ensure that the person in question is not being abused.

LO2 – Knowledge

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) identify the principles of safeguarding; b) familiarise himself/herself with safeguarding policies; c) identify signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; d) know the disclosures of abuse; e) know the legal obligations related to the Protection of Minors; (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minor Protection (Alternative Care) Act (2019).

LO3 – Skill

By the end of the programme, the learner will be able to: a) practice the principles of safeguarding; b) practice professional boundaries; c) use a standard response to a disclosure of abuse; d) be able to recognise signs and symptoms of different types of abuse; e) identify the actions to take if you have a concern and also identify who can help;

This course has three exit certificate options: 

  1. Certificate of Attendance

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • do not submit any course assessments.
  1. Certificate of Participation 

A Certificate of Participation will be rewarded to students who:

  • attend the in‑person session,
  • watch all the recorded material, and
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  1. Certificate of Achievement 

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully concluded the course, that is;

  • attending the in‑person lecture and completing all online videos,
  • submit and pass a short online multiple‑choice examination
  • submit and pass a short reflective journal.

Students who obtain the Certificate of Achievement will also receive an MFHEA‑recognised certificate and transcript at MQF Level 4 (1 ECTS credit).

Click here to view the PFI’s Grading System

Awarding Body: Pastoral Formation Institute

There are no qualifications required for this course. The only requisites are:

Language competences: The student is required to have an end of primary school level of understanding of Maltese and English.

Digital competences: The student is required to be digitally literate, including knowing how to access the internet and use a word processor.

This course is mandatory requirement for all staff and volunteers working for the Church in Malta and part of the Safeguarding Clearance Certificate.