Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at University and Professional Development Centre, part-time during the day. This free safeguarding course for adults covers safeguarding principles, the Prevent duty, and British Values, including awareness of radicalisation. The course runs for approximately 12 weeks, around 120 hours of study in total. Classes are structured to fit around other commitments, making the pace manageable. You must be aged 19 or over on 31 August 2025, a UK resident, and living in England to be eligible. You'll earn a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values with certificate.
Who this course is for
The Safeguarding and Prevent course is ideal for those who wish to increase their awareness of issues including radicalisation.This is a 12-week (approx. 120 hours) Online Self-Study qualification course. It can be started anytime and accessed (via a learning portal) at times/days to suit you.To learn more about this course and book your place, click the following link to Eventbrite.Understanding Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
Entry requirements
Learners must meet the following eligibility criteria in order to access this course: Be aged 19+ on the 31/08/2025 Learners must be a UK resident and legally living in the UK on the first day of learning. (proof required) Due to Government funding criteria, we are unable to accept learners who live in Scotland, Wales, N Ireland, Ireland or a devolved postcode areas. Please check with us if you are unsure.
What you will learn
You'll understand what safeguarding means and why it matters in practice.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
You'll explore the Prevent duty and how to identify radicalisation risks.
You'll study British Values and how they apply in community and workplace settings.
You'll learn about your responsibilities when safeguarding concerns arise.
You'll understand relevant legislation and guidance that underpins safeguarding work.
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based, part-time course delivered during the day at the centre. Study is self-directed through a learning portal, giving you flexibility over when you work through the material. Assessment is built into the online qualification and completed as you progress through the course. The centre will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University and Professional Development Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Safeguarding officer, supporting vulnerable people in community or care settings.
Teaching assistant, applying safeguarding knowledge in schools.
Support worker, working with adults or children at risk.
Early years practitioner, meeting safeguarding requirements in childcare.
Youth worker, identifying and responding to concerns in youth settings.
Housing support worker, recognising safeguarding issues among tenants.
Community outreach worker, applying Prevent awareness in frontline roles.
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 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification for those moving into care management or senior support roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to deliver safeguarding training to others.
