Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, part-time during the day. This is a short course, taking around one hour to complete. You'll cover the key principles of safeguarding and the Prevent duty, building knowledge that applies across health, social care, education, and community roles. The course suits anyone fitting study around work or other commitments. Many employers in care, education, and public services expect staff to hold a safeguarding and prevent qualification.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand what safeguarding means and why it matters.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and harm.
You'll explore your responsibilities when you have a safeguarding concern.
You'll understand the Prevent duty and how radicalisation can happen.
You'll learn how to respond appropriately to concerns about extremism.
You'll understand the legal and policy framework behind safeguarding in the UK.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Bedford College. The course is assessed through written assignments or knowledge-based questions that test your understanding of safeguarding principles and the Prevent duty. Your tutor will guide you through the material during the session.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting vulnerable adults or children in care settings
Teaching assistant, working in schools where safeguarding awareness is required
Early years worker, in nurseries or childcare settings with safeguarding duties
Support worker, helping people with mental health or learning disabilities
Youth worker, engaging young people in community or charity settings
School administrator, where Prevent awareness is part of the role
Housing support officer, working with vulnerable tenants
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your knowledge and is suited to those taking on a designated safeguarding lead role.
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification for those moving into care work.
Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Safeguarding and Protect in Health and Social Care: for those wanting a more advanced safeguarding qualification recognised in professional settings.
