About this course
This short, auto-marked programme is ideal for your staff to develop their knowledge of key issues surrounding the safeguarding of adults and children.
Beneficial for all who work in the health and social care sector or related fields, this CPD certified course evidences your business's commitment to safeguarding and increases your employees' general knowledge.
The course is available online, giving your staff the freedom to choose when and where they learn. With auto-marked assessments, learners receive instant feedback.
- Place of study: Learn from home
- Type of course: Online distance learning course with no exams
- Course duration: An average of 2 hours.
Full tutor and customer service support will be provided throughout the course.
Section 1: Understanding the principals of safeguarding adults
This section covers the main types of abuse and harm as well as the importance of ensuring adults are treated with dignity and respect.
Section 2: Reducing the likelihood of abuse
This section covers dignity and rights within a care environment, as well as the importance of individualised care, safeguarding policies and managing risk.
Section 3: Responding to suspected or disclosed abuse
This section explores what to do 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
This section covers possible barriers in alerting or referring relevant agencies, as well as legislation and the sharing of information.
Section 5: Safeguarding children
This section explores what procedures to follow based on profession if a child or young person is suspected of being abused.
