Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Course in Lewisham. Classes run at Deptford Adult Learning, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. The course covers the Prevent duty, British values, safeguarding, and online safety. It takes around 98 hours to complete, part-time during the day. The knowledge you gain applies to a wide range of roles and helps organisations meet their statutory responsibilities under the Prevent Duty. You'll sit initial assessments in English and maths before you start, and attend an advice and guidance session.
Who this course is for
This course is for adults who want to develop their understanding of safeguarding, the Prevent duty and how to recognise and respond appropriately to concerns. It is suitable for people working in, or preparing to work in, roles where they may have responsibility for supporting or protecting children, young people or adults at risk.
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll understand the Prevent duty and what it means in practice.
You'll explore British values and why they matter in a work setting.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of radicalisation and extremism.
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding principles and responsibilities.
You'll understand how to keep people safe online.
You'll learn how organisations meet their statutory safeguarding requirements.
How you will learn
Learning is blended, combining online study with daytime sessions at Deptford Adult Learning. You'll work through course material online in your own time and attend the centre to consolidate your learning. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks that test your understanding of safeguarding, Prevent, and online safety. No practical placement is required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Deptford Adult Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting adults in residential or community settings
Support worker, helping vulnerable people with daily living
Teaching assistant, working in schools or education settings
Youth worker, supporting young people in community organisations
Healthcare support worker, assisting clinical staff in health settings
Volunteer coordinator, managing safeguarding responsibilities in a charity
Early years practitioner, working in nursery or childcare settings
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification for those moving into hands-on care roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to take on more responsibility or supervisory duties in health and social care.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: a deeper focus on safeguarding for those working in roles with specific statutory responsibilities.
