Free Level 2 Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values Course in Burnley. Classes run at Chai Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over four weeks, you'll cover how to keep children, young people, and vulnerable adults safe, the Prevent duty, and British values in practice. The course suits people working or volunteering in education, childcare, health and social care, or community settings, as well as parents and carers. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The Certificate in Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values (RQF) Level 2 is for anyone who works or volunteers with children, young people, or vulnerable adults. It is ideal for people in education, childcare, health and social care, or community roles. It is also useful for parents or carers who want to understand how to keep children and adults safe.
Entry requirements
Resident of Lancashire, Cheshire or Cumbria - Over 19 Years Old - Currently Unemployed or Earning Less than £25,750 - Has Access to a Laptop, Tablet or PC
What you will learn
You'll understand your safeguarding responsibilities toward children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
You'll learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
You'll understand the Prevent duty and how to spot signs of radicalisation.
You'll explore British values and how they apply in education, care, and community settings.
You'll learn the relevant legislation and guidance that underpins safeguarding practice.
You'll understand how to report concerns and follow correct procedures.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chai Centre. Teaching is delivered face to face, with tutor-led discussion and group activities. Assessment is through written assignments or short-answer tasks that test your understanding of safeguarding principles, Prevent, and British values. No formal exam is required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chai Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary or secondary schools
Learning support assistant: helping students with additional needs
Childcare worker: working in nurseries, after-school clubs, or play settings
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or community care
Community support worker: working with vulnerable adults or families
School administrator: office and welfare support roles in schools
Youth worker: engaging young people in community or voluntary settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Child Protection: deepens your knowledge for supervisory or lead safeguarding roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: broadens your understanding of wellbeing alongside safeguarding.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the main qualification for progressing into senior care or support roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role in education or community settings.
