Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, so you can fit study around your working week. The course covers safeguarding principles, the Prevent duty, and British values. It takes around 4 hours to complete. This free safeguarding course for adults is designed to deepen your knowledge and support your existing role. You'll need to be 19 or over and meet funding eligibility criteria.
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 in practice.
You'll explore how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and harm.
You'll learn about the Prevent duty and how to identify radicalisation risks.
You'll understand British values and how they apply in your workplace or community role.
You'll know how to respond to safeguarding concerns and who to report them to.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting on an evening basis. You'll work through the qualification content with a tutor and complete assessment activities to demonstrate your knowledge. Assessment is based on the requirements of the TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Safeguarding knowledge is expected in most care roles.
Teaching assistant. Schools require staff to understand safeguarding and Prevent.
Early years worker. Childcare settings have statutory safeguarding duties.
Youth worker. Supporting young people requires awareness of harm and risk.
Support worker. Community and residential roles need trained safeguarding awareness.
School administrator. All school staff benefit from a safeguarding qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding. Deepens your knowledge for supervisory or lead safeguarding roles.
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 in your organisation.
