Safeguarding Adults
Complete your safeguarding adults training online. Learn to recognise abuse, report concerns and follow the law.
Fully Accredited
CPD Approved
Course Description
Course Overview
This safeguarding adults training course is for anyone with a duty of care for adults in need of support. You will learn key safeguarding principles, the types of abuse, how to recognise signs, your reporting responsibilities and the legislation designed to protect vulnerable adults.
What You Will Learn
- Define key safeguarding terms and understand the principles of adult safeguarding
- Identify the ten types of abuse suffered by vulnerable adults
- Recognise the signs and indicators of abuse or neglect
- Know how to report concerns of abuse following correct procedures
- Understand the main safeguarding legislation and why it exists
- Support adults to make their own decisions and give informed consent
Course Modules
Introduction and Definitions
Key safeguarding terms, definitions and the principles that underpin adult safeguarding.
Types of Abuse and the Rights of
The ten types of abuse suffered by vulnerable adults and their right to live free from harm.
Recognising the Signs of Abuse
How to recognise the signs and indicators that an adult may be experiencing abuse or neglect.
What to Do if you Suspect Abuse
The correct steps to take and who to contact if you suspect an adult is being abused.
Safeguarding Legislation
The key legislation designed to protect adults at risk and the duties it places on organisations.
