Is this course for me?
The course is designed for learners who have contact with vulnerable adults their working environment including voluntary work. It promotes awareness and sensitivity to safeguarding enabling learners to be able to identify issues and emphasises the responsibility to ensure that concerns are reported and acted on appropriately.
What will I learn?
The content of this course has been designed to build knowledge and confidence. It will teach you to be able recognise abuse and neglect, what you responsibilities and how to report any concerns.
The course covers the following topics:
- Safeguarding legislation and guidance
- Indicators of abuse or neglect
- Communicating worries and concerns
- Roles and responsibilities
- Sharing information
- Allegations and complaints
- Reporting allegations and complaints
One of our trainers will deliver this course at your premises on a date of your choice. The timings could also be arranged to suit your requirements.
Assessment and Certification
You will be continually assessed throughout the duration of the course by one of our qualified trainers. Upon successful completion you will receive a safeguarding of vulnerable adults certificate valid for three years.
On-Site Training Room Requirement
It is recommended that the room size should be approximately 20 x 30 feet for a full 12 person course. The room should be large enough to seat all candidates comfortably in a semicircle formation. The trainer will also require a flip chart if one is available.