Setting Up Apple ID

I am trying to create an apple ID for my son but when I do I get this message.
"This email address is already in use or you may already have an Apple ID associated with this email address. Please try again or sign in using your existing Apple ID." this may be because he may be associated with my Apple ID - how do I get round this and create an account for him.

That sounds to me like there is an Apple ID associated with the email address.
I don't know what you've done nor how you did it. But the typical procedure is to create an Apple ID and associate it to an email address for yourself. The Apple ID and email address need not be the same but you must use a valid email address. Typically, the Apple ID will be your personal email address. That's how I have mine set up.
Frequently asked questions about Apple ID
How to Change Your Apple ID
How to find out if you have multiple Apple IDs
iTunes- How to set up an Apple ID within iTunes
Manage My Apple ID

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