Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. This is a short course, running over 4 hours. It covers safeguarding, the Prevent duty, and British values, giving you a solid grounding in all three areas. It suits people who want to strengthen their knowledge alongside an existing role.
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 your responsibilities
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and harm
You'll explore the Prevent duty and how it applies in practice
You'll understand what British values mean in a professional context
You'll learn how to respond to safeguarding concerns appropriately
You'll understand relevant legislation and guidance that underpins safeguarding practice
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions and group discussion. Assessment is based on written tasks or short-answer questions that test your understanding of safeguarding principles, Prevent, and British values. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant, supporting pupil welfare and safeguarding in schools
Learning support assistant, working with vulnerable learners
Care assistant, applying safeguarding knowledge in residential or home care
Early years worker, protecting children in nursery or childcare settings
Youth worker, keeping young people safe in community settings
Community support worker, recognising and reporting concerns
School administrator, understanding safeguarding responsibilities in a school office
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People: a natural next step if you work in education or children's services and want a deeper level of knowledge.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your safeguarding knowledge into a full care qualification recognised for senior support roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role where safeguarding awareness is essential.
