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Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Training in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Aug 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Safeguarding and Prevent Course in Liverpool. Evening safeguarding and prevent classes run at The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs over 10 weeks part-time, with around 8 hours of study per week. You'll cover how to identify signs of abuse, understand the Prevent duty, and apply safeguarding principles in roles that involve children, young people, or vulnerable adults. This includes work in schools, colleges, health and social care, local authorities, and community volunteering.

Who this course is for

In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Safeguarding is an essential part of any role that involves working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults. This nationally recognised Level 2 qualification delves into various aspects of safeguarding, including identifying signs of abuse, understanding legal and ethical responsibilities, implementing effective reporting procedures, and ensuring the well-being of children and young adults. On successful completion of your study you will achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 NCFE/CACHE qualification, be able to evidence your competency to employers, further your personal and professional development and know how to recognise signs of abuse or potential harm This course is delivered fully online with support from one of our experienced tutors, you will be able to learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college in person. Topics covered include: Understanding the Prevent Duty • Understanding Safeguarding • Understanding Online Safety

Entry requirements

Please vist: https://www.liv-coll.ac.uk/courses/Understanding-Safeguarding-and-Prevent-Level-2-Certificate

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what safeguarding means and why it matters in professional and voluntary roles.
  • You'll learn how to identify signs of abuse and neglect in children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
  • You'll explore the legal and ethical responsibilities that come with safeguarding roles.
  • You'll understand the Prevent duty and how radicalisation is identified and reported.
  • You'll learn how to follow effective reporting procedures when concerns arise.
  • You'll understand how to promote the well-being of the people you work with.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom and submit written assessments by agreed dates. Your tutor will be in regular contact to support you through the course. After you enrol online, your assigned tutor will arrange an induction with you. All assessments are submitted by set deadlines, and tutor contact is built into the course to keep you on track.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a PC or laptop with an internet connection to complete this course. The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Safeguarding support worker - applying Prevent and safeguarding duties daily
  • Teaching assistant - supporting safeguarding in school settings
  • Healthcare support worker - safeguarding vulnerable adults in care
  • Youth worker - working with young people in community or charity roles
  • Community volunteer coordinator - overseeing safeguarding in voluntary settings
  • Early years practitioner - protecting children in nursery or childcare roles
  • Local authority support officer - applying safeguarding policy in public services

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate in Safeguarding - deepens your knowledge and is suited to those moving into supervisory or specialist safeguarding roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care - a broader qualification for those working toward senior roles in care settings.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training - useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role in schools or colleges.
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