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Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Training Online – Bishop Auckland College Woodhouse Lane

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start1 Aug 2027
Study modeFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and personal commitments. The course typically takes up to one year to complete. You'll study two modules covering the Prevent Duty and safeguarding. The Prevent module explores radicalisation, extremism, and terrorism, and how to reduce risk. The safeguarding module covers recognising signs of abuse and how to respond. A third unit looks at online safety. This free safeguarding and prevent course is open to people in work and those not currently employed.

Who this course is for

Not everyone can attend regular classes. Flexible Learning means you can study at times and locations to suit you. More and more people are choosing to study on a Flexible Learning course to improve their general employability skills. The courses can be offered in a venue within the community and built around your training requirements. All our tutors are specialists in their vocational area and offer exceptionally high-quality one-to-one support. Whatever your background or experience, we believe there will be a programme of interest to you.

Funding eligibility criteria:

  • Candidate must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of current year
  • Residency � Ordinarily/legally resident in the UK on first day of learning
  • Home postcode must fall within the North East Combined Authority

Entry requirements

Learners must have a genuine interest in their chosen subject. Whether it is in a personal or professional capacity. Learners do not have to be in employment to enrol on this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the Prevent Duty and why it exists in the UK.
  • You'll explore the key themes of radicalisation, extremism, and terrorism.
  • You'll learn how to recognise the signs that someone may be at risk of radicalisation.
  • You'll identify signs of abuse or potential harm to individuals.
  • You'll know how to respond when abuse or harm is disclosed, suspected, or alleged.
  • You'll understand the risks of online safety and how to address them in a safeguarding context.

How you will learn

You study through online learning materials at your own pace. The course has two modules, each with activities built into the materials. Assessment is based on those activities and the information provided throughout the course. There is no end test or multiple-choice exam. You'll have access to one-to-one tutor support throughout your studies.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College Woodhouse Lane will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Safeguarding officer, supporting vulnerable adults or children in care settings.
  • Teaching assistant, where safeguarding awareness is a core requirement.
  • Care assistant, working with adults or children in residential or community care.
  • Early years worker, supporting children's welfare in nursery or school settings.
  • Youth worker, helping young people in community or charity roles.
  • Support worker, assisting vulnerable people in health or social care.
  • School administrator, handling safeguarding records and referrals.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your knowledge and is recognised for supervisory and lead safeguarding roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification for those moving into care management or senior support roles.
  • Level 2 Award in Child Protection: a focused qualification for those working specifically with children and young people.
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