Overview
Section 1: Understanding the Principles of safeguarding adults
Cover the main types of abuse and harm an individual may be at risk of experiencing, as well as the importance of being treated with dignity and respect when coming forward about a case of abuse.
Section 2: Reducing the Likelihood of abuse
Learn the expected levels of dignity and rights within a caring environment and examine the importance of individualised care, the various safeguarding policies in place and managing potential risks.
Section 3: Responding to suspected or disclosed abuse
Look at what course of action to take if abuse of an adult is suspected, as well as local whistleblowing policy procedures.
Section 4: Protecting people from harm and abuse – locally and nationally
Discover the possible barriers to alerting or referring relevant agencies to an alleged case of abuse, as well as legislation in place currently which relates to the sharing of information.
Section 5: Safeguarding Children
Explore what procedures to follow if a child or young person is suspected of experiencing abuse.
Benefit
- Automatic enrolment with an immediate start
- Fully online course
- Study from anywhere, at any time
- Perfect for an introduction or refresher in a subject
- A great addition to a CV
- Receive a digital e-certificate upon completion
- Nationally recognised
- Official CPD-certified course
- Access to an award-winning e-learning platform
- No hidden costs
FREE
CPD
CPD (Continued Professional Development)
Distance Learning is suitable for those who wish to study at their own pace, at a pace that suits them. These courses are designed to be part of you Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
Age 19+
EU/UK resident for the last three years
Start Date: To Be Advised
Time: At a time to suit you
Day: Work at a day to suit you - Distance Learning only
Duration: 4 Weeks
Online
Accredited Distance Learning courses