Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course in Harrogate. Evening classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course runs for 4 hours and covers safeguarding, the Prevent duty, and British Values. It deepens your knowledge in these areas and supports the work you already do in your role. You'll need to be aged 19 or over and meet funding eligibility criteria. Contact the centre to check whether you qualify. You'll complete the course with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area as an addional qualification to support their role.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of safeguarding and how they apply in practice.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and harm.
You'll explore your responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and guidance.
You'll understand the Prevent duty and how to identify radicalisation risks.
You'll learn what British Values mean and how they relate to your work.
You'll know how and when to refer safeguarding concerns to the right people.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Harrogate Civic Centre in an evening session. You'll learn through tutor-led teaching and group discussion. Assessment is through written questions or a short assessment task to confirm your understanding of safeguarding, Prevent, and British Values. The centre will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Safeguarding knowledge supports work in residential and home care.
Teaching assistant. Schools require staff to understand safeguarding and Prevent.
Early years practitioner. Childcare settings need staff with a safeguarding certificate.
Youth worker. Working with young people requires safeguarding awareness.
Support worker. Community and mental health roles require safeguarding training.
School administrator. Non-teaching school staff also need safeguarding qualifications.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding. Builds on this qualification with greater depth for those in senior or lead safeguarding roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. A broader qualification for those moving into or progressing within care work.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to deliver safeguarding training to others.
