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County Lines and Knife Crime Training in Swindon

Understand how criminal gangs exploit children through county lines drug networks, and recognise the signs that a young person is being drawn into knife crime.

Half day Level 1–3 Online or classroom Certificate on completion
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About this course

Our County Lines and Knife Crime course gives your team the confidence and competence to respond when it matters. Delivered by experienced, friendly tutors, it blends practical, hands-on practice with clear guidance — so learners leave genuinely ready, not just certified. Training runs at your own premises anywhere across Swindon and Wiltshire, or at our dedicated training suite on Welton Road.

Who is it for?

Suits teachers, pastoral and youth workers, social care staff, police and community workers, and anyone supporting adolescents at risk of criminal exploitation.

What the course covers

  • What county lines are and how the model operates
  • Criminal exploitation, cuckooing and debt bondage
  • Vulnerability and recruitment of children into gangs
  • Recognising the signs of involvement and going missing
  • The drivers and consequences of knife carrying
  • The link to modern slavery and the National Referral Mechanism
  • Safeguarding responses and reporting concerns

What you’ll walk away with

  • Recognise the signs of county lines and criminal exploitation
  • Take appropriate safeguarding action for at-risk young people
  • Certificate on completion evidencing awareness training

Delivery & group options

We run this course for whole teams, small groups and individuals. On-site delivery is ideal if you have several people to train — it’s cost-effective and works around your shifts. Prefer a smaller setting? Join a scheduled course at our Swindon centre. Every booking includes course materials and certification, with digital certificates issued promptly.

Reviews

Rated 4.9/5 by our learners

Real reviews from people we’ve trained, on Google.

★★★★★

“Standard of training was top notch. Tom was very professional and his technique was a good tool to have.”

KKarl Knight Google review · Local Guide
★★★★★

“Excellent facilities, air con, lunch and two very excellent instructors. Thanks Jason & Thomas.”

MMasau Phiri Google review
★★★★★

“Amazing and very supportive when I did my first aid at work course. Huge thank you to the team.”

IIsabella Graney Google review
Questions

County Lines and Knife Crime FAQs

Are your courses accredited and recognised?
Yes. Our regulated courses are aligned to Ofqual/RQF standards and HSE guidance, and certificates are nationally recognised by employers, Ofsted and inspectors.
Do you deliver training at our workplace?
Absolutely. We deliver on-site anywhere across Swindon and the surrounding areas, or you can bring your team to our dedicated training suite in Swindon.
Can you train individuals as well as groups?
Yes — we run courses for whole teams, small groups and individuals, with dates to suit shift patterns and busy schedules.
How long are the certificates valid for?
Most first aid certificates are valid for three years. We’ll happily send a reminder when it’s time to requalify so you never fall out of compliance.
How do I book or get a quote?
Call us, email or send an enquiry through the website. Tell us the course, rough numbers and your location and we’ll come back with dates and a quote within one working day.

Book County Lines and Knife Crime today

Get friendly, expert training for your team — on-site across Swindon and Wiltshire or at our centre. Request your no-obligation quote now.