Free Level 2 Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course. Study online, at your own pace, in around 8 weeks. This safeguarding in adult health and social care qualification covers how to protect vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, and neglect. You'll learn the responsibilities of care workers, the role of health agencies and the police, and how to uphold the rights and wellbeing of the people you support. There are no formal entry requirements.
Who this course is for
A total of 103,900 safeguarding reports about vulnerable adults were referred in 2014/2015. The responsibilities of care workers involved in protecting the health, well-being and human rights of individuals are far-reaching. Allowing individuals to live free from harm, abuse and neglect can often mean involving health agencies, government departments or the police. Understanding the fundamentals of safeguarding is essential for anyone working in adult health and social care.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of dignity and safeguarding in adult health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, harm, and neglect in vulnerable adults.
You'll explore the responsibilities of care workers in protecting individuals' rights and wellbeing.
You'll understand when and how to involve external agencies such as health services, government departments, and the police.
You'll learn how legislation and policy frameworks underpin safeguarding practice.
You'll understand how to respond to safeguarding concerns in a way that respects the individual.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. Total Training Provision will confirm the exact assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Total Training Provision will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Support worker: work with adults with disabilities, mental health needs, or learning difficulties.
Youth support worker: safeguarding knowledge applies directly in youth settings.
SEN teaching assistant: understanding safeguarding is essential in school support roles.
Teaching assistant: required knowledge for working with vulnerable children and young people.
Nursery practitioner: safeguarding is a core requirement in early years settings.
Adult educator: relevant for those teaching or supporting adults in community settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the main qualification for senior care roles and team leader positions in adult social care.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your safeguarding knowledge for supervisory or lead safeguarding responsibilities.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering the full range of adult care skills alongside safeguarding.
