Statement and Report Writing – Scotland (Level 3) Course

Course/Event Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Course/Event Duration: 1 Day

Course/Event Description

This one-day online course explores how to write statements and reports that document the valuable information needed for effective investigation in child protection cases.

The course content is focused purely on Scottish law.

It is held online, via Zoom, and will not be recorded. The course times are in GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).

You will learn how to use your records and notes to gather evidence on which to base statements and reports including what kind of information is deemed admissible.

You'll also find out more about the formalities (and where relevant, rules) that govern statements and reports, and the structures of effective statements and reports including layout, style, terminology and use of imagery.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop an objective and critical eye for evidence by assessing statements and reports, and receiving feedback on your analysis to help improve your own skills.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

Identify the issues and the factual information from your records and notes relevant for inclusion in professional statements and reports
Describe the requirements for professional statements and reports in terms of specifications determined by the different court systems, and appropriate format and language
Produce professional witness reports that can be used to settle child protection cases or as a basis for giving oral evidence

The atmosphere of the session made it easy to talk about concerns and mistakes.

Target Audience

Paediatric trainees ST6-8
SAS doctors
Consultant paediatricians

Course/Event Venue: Online

This course is targeted at the following specialty Groupings:

Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Paediatrics
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