Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course. Study online, at your own pace, over around 11 months. You need to be aged 19 or over and live in England to qualify for funding. This level 2 safeguarding qualification covers how to recognise and prevent radicalisation and extremism, the Prevent duty, online safety, and the promotion of British values. It suits anyone working or volunteering in education, care, or community settings who wants a solid grounding in safeguarding principles.
Who this course is for
Gain a detailed understanding of how to recognize and prevent radicalisation and extremism, the principles of safeguarding, the prevent duty and its importance in society, and the importance of online safety and British values.This nationally recognised qualification is ideal for learners who wish to increase their awareness and understanding of the issues surrounding Prevent, including radicalisation, extremism, propaganda, social media, safeguarding and the promotion of British values, such as democracy and the rule of law.This course is delivered online. Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.
Entry requirements
Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of safeguarding and why they matter in practice.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of radicalisation and extremism.
You'll explore the Prevent duty and your responsibilities under it.
You'll study how propaganda and social media are used to radicalise individuals.
You'll understand the importance of online safety for the people you work with.
You'll learn what British values are and how to promote them in your setting.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through course materials in your own time. Assessment is through written assignments or online tasks that test your understanding of safeguarding, Prevent, and British values. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from an assessor. No classroom attendance is required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils and following safeguarding procedures in school
Early years worker: keeping children safe in nursery or childcare settings
Support worker: applying safeguarding knowledge in adult care or community roles
Youth worker: recognising and responding to risks of radicalisation in young people
School administrator: understanding Prevent responsibilities in an education setting
Volunteer coordinator: ensuring safeguarding standards across a volunteer workforce
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your knowledge and is suited to those taking on a designated safeguarding lead role.
Level 3 Certificate in Education and Training: if you work or want to work in a teaching or training role, this builds on your understanding of safeguarding in learning environments.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your skills for progression into senior care or support roles.
