QA Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk (RQF)

• 1/2 day course
• Refresher training recommended every 3 years
• Ofqual regulated

Be prepared

Did you know that under current guidelines, organisations who work with children, young people and adults at risk have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare?

The QA Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification that has been designed to provide learners with the valuable skills and knowledge required to competently carry out their roles and responsibilities relating to safeguarding.

Ideal for those who have a responsibility for safeguarding and protecting in environments such as the NHS, education, healthcare, social services and those who work in voluntary/unpaid positions, this 1/2 day qualification covers all of the key aspects of safeguarding, such as current guidelines and legislation, different forms of abuse and responding to disclosure and suspected abuse.

What’s covered?

• Understanding safeguarding and protection responsibilities:

  • Current guidelines and legislation

  • Safe ways of working

• Different types of abuse, including:

  • Signs, symptoms and indicators

  • Why abuse is not always recognised

  • Factors to be considered when abuse is suspected

• Procedures for reporting, recording and responding to:

  • Suspected abuse

  • Disclosure of abuse

  • Alleged abuse

• The Government’s person centred approach to safeguarding and protection, including:

  • Duty of care

  • Best practice

• Support mechanisms available for staff and others following abuse