About this course

This course provides an in-depth understanding of safeguarding practices essential for protecting vulnerable adults in Health & Social Care, domiciliary, and care home environments. Participants will explore key aspects such as identifying abuse, understanding legal obligations, implementing protective strategies, and promoting both online and offline safety. Interactive modules and practical exercises enhance learning, ensuring that participants are well-prepared to apply these practices in real-world scenarios.

Learning objectives

• Know how to recognise various types of abuse and their signs.

• Understand how to respond appropriately to suspected or alleged abuse.

• Recognise signs of self-neglect and how to address them.

• Understand the national and local contexts of safeguarding and protection from abuse.

• Know the roles and responsibilities of different agencies involved in safeguarding.

• Understand strategies to reduce the likelihood of abuse in care settings.

• Know how to recognise and report unsafe practices.

• Understand the principles of online safety and how to promote them.

• Recognise the connections between safeguarding and domestic violence.

• Appreciate the importance of person-centred care in safeguarding practices.

• Develop effective communication skills crucial for safeguarding adults.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to identify and act upon various forms of abuse and neglect in different care settings.

• Understand and apply the legal frameworks governing safeguarding in the UK.

• Implement effective strategies to minimise the risk of abuse in your care environment.

• Report and address unsafe practices, ensuring a high standard of care.

• Promote online and offline safety for vulnerable adults under your care.

• Recognise and respond to the signs of domestic violence, ensuring appropriate support and interventions.

• Employ person-centred care approaches to enhance the dignity and safety of individuals.

This course is suitable for

• Health and social care workers in domiciliary, residential, and care home settings.

• Professionals responsible for the well-being of vulnerable adults.

• Individuals seeking to understand the legal and organisational frameworks for safeguarding.

• Care managers and supervisors responsible for implementing safeguarding policies.

• Anyone interested in enhancing their knowledge of safeguarding practices in adult care.