Free Level 2 BTEC Safeguarding in Education Course in Barrow-in-Furness
CostFREE
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 BTEC Safeguarding in Education Course in Barrow-in-Furness. Classes run at PHX Training Barrow, daytime with flexible attendance. This short course takes around one week to complete. You'll build knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities, the Prevent Duty, and online safety in learning environments. It covers what a duty of care means in practice and how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns. Entry requires a diagnosed learning need at this level and no previous qualification in this area at the same level or higher.
Who this course is for
The purpose of this qualification is to increase the learner?s knowledge and awareness of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding, including online safety.
By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge of safeguarding in an environment where they have a duty of care.
Entry requirements
A diagnosed learning need at this level from assessments and no previous qualifications in this area at the same/or higher level
What you will learn
You'll understand what safeguarding means in a learning environment.
You'll learn about the Prevent Duty and your responsibilities under it.
You'll explore online safety risks and how to address them.
You'll recognise signs that someone may be at risk of harm.
You'll understand what a duty of care means in practice.
You'll know how and when to report safeguarding concerns.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom sessions at PHX Training Barrow over approximately one week. Learning is delivered face to face, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is based on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Award framework, which uses knowledge-based tasks to confirm your understanding of safeguarding principles, the Prevent Duty, and online safety.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. PHX Training Barrow will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant, supporting pupils and following safeguarding procedures in school
Learning support assistant, helping students with additional needs in college settings
Early years practitioner, working with young children in nurseries or pre-schools
Cover supervisor, managing classrooms and upholding safeguarding duties
Youth worker, supporting young people in community or education settings
School administrator, handling sensitive information and safeguarding records
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People, for a deeper understanding of child protection responsibilities.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, a broader qualification for those working or aiming to work in school support roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to move toward a teaching or training role in a learning environment.
