Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 6 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll study how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns, and understand the Prevent duty and how it applies in practice. This free safeguarding and prevent course for adults covers child and adult safeguarding, online safety, and the signs of radicalisation.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll identify the key principles of safeguarding children and adults.
You'll recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
You'll understand your responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and policy.
You'll explain the Prevent duty and how it relates to safeguarding.
You'll describe the signs that someone may be at risk of radicalisation.
You'll understand how to report concerns and follow correct procedures.
You'll explore online safety risks and how to address them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Poplar Campus. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material in class, and you'll apply what you learn to realistic workplace scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant, supporting pupil welfare in schools
Care assistant, applying safeguarding in adult or residential care
Early years worker, protecting children in nursery or childcare settings
Youth worker, identifying and responding to risk with young people
Support worker, safeguarding vulnerable adults in community settings
School administrator, understanding safeguarding responsibilities in education
Housing support officer, recognising risk and making referrals
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People: a deeper qualification for those moving into supervisory or lead safeguarding roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your knowledge for roles across the care sector.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles where safeguarding knowledge is essential.
