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Level 2 Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course Online – Impact Futures The Urban Building

CostContact the provider
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

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About this course

Level 2 Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 weeks. The course is funded for all learners regardless of age, so there are no fees to pay. You'll learn how to identify safeguarding concerns and uphold high standards of care for vulnerable adults. The course covers dignity in care, recognising abuse and neglect, and understanding your responsibilities under safeguarding legislation. It suits people working in adult social care and those looking to move into the sector.

Who this course is for

This qualification is ideal for anyone who is currently working, or looking to work, in the adult health and social care sector. You should enrol on this course if you wish to learn how to identify safeguarding issues, and uphold excellent standards of care provision for vulnerable adults.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse and neglect in vulnerable adults.
  • You'll understand the legislation and policies that underpin adult safeguarding in the UK.
  • You'll explore how to respond to safeguarding concerns and who to report them to.
  • You'll learn how to promote dignity and respect in adult health and social care settings.
  • You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of different agencies involved in safeguarding.
  • You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches to care.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online through Impact Futures The Urban Building's learning platform. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. You work through the material at your own pace and submit your work digitally. There are no exams to sit in person.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Impact Futures The Urban Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assist vulnerable adults with daily living and care needs.
  • Care assistant: provide personal care in residential or home care settings.
  • Youth support worker: support young people's welfare and safeguarding.
  • SEN teaching assistant: work alongside teachers supporting pupils with additional needs.
  • Teaching assistant: support learning in schools, with safeguarding knowledge valued.
  • Nursery practitioner: work in early years settings where safeguarding is essential.
  • Adult educator: deliver learning programmes in community or care settings.

What you could study next

A Level 2 safeguarding in adult health and social care qualification is a solid foundation for further study in the sector. You could move on to a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, which is the standard qualification for senior care roles. If you work with children as well as adults, a Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People builds on this knowledge. For those moving into management, a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care Management is a natural next step.

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