Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This free safeguarding course covers safeguarding principles, the Prevent duty, and British values. You'll study over around 6 months. To be eligible, you need to be aged 19 or over and have lived in the UK for 3 or more years. This level 2 safeguarding qualification is well suited to anyone working or volunteering in education, health, or care settings.
Who this course is for
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
Entry requirements
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
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 harm.
You'll explore your responsibilities for reporting and responding to concerns.
You'll study the Prevent duty and how it applies to your role.
You'll learn about British values and how they relate to safeguarding.
You'll understand relevant legislation and guidance that underpins safeguarding practice.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments or online tasks that you complete and submit digitally. There are no exams to sit in person. Stockton Learning and Skills Service will guide you through the requirements and let you know what you need to submit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockton Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant. Support pupils' welfare and safety in schools.
Early years worker. Safeguarding is central to childcare roles.
Care assistant. Protect vulnerable adults in residential or home care.
Youth worker. Work with young people in community or charity settings.
School support staff. Covers welfare, inclusion, and pastoral roles.
Volunteer coordinator. Manage safeguarding responsibilities within voluntary organisations.
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 or Diploma in Health and Social Care. Builds on safeguarding knowledge for a career in care or support work.
Level 3 Education and Training qualification. If you work or want to work in a teaching or training role where safeguarding awareness is required.
