This course is for care professionals, nurses, social workers, and volunteers working with vulnerable adults in various care settings. It provides essential safeguarding knowledge for both new and experienced staff.
Learning Outcomes:
To understand safeguarding legislation and it’s importance
To be able to recognise different types of abuse and how they occur
To be able to recognize signs of abuse and prevention measures
To understand safeguarding investigations
To be aware of whistleblowing and its role in safeguarding
What’s Covered:
Safeguarding Legislation: Key laws, policies, and professional responsibilities.
Types of Abuse: Forms of abuse, how they occur, and identifying risk factors.
Who is a Vulnerable Person? Characteristics and situations that increase vulnerability.
Signs, Symptoms & Prevention: Recognizing abuse and applying prevention strategies.
Safeguarding Investigations: Reporting concerns and understanding investigation processes.
Whistleblowing: Raising concerns, legal protections, and reporting poor practices.
Assessment:
Learners are required to complete a knowledge assessment at the end of this session to allow them to evidence their understanding of the content covered. This can be included in the portfolio of evidence for CPD and revalidation.
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01206 822 846
training@franklinstraining.co.uk
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