Level 2 Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time during the day over 6 weeks. You'll cover safeguarding principles, duty of care, and how to promote dignity in care settings. The course looks at how to recognise and respond to abuse, understand safeguarding legislation, and support individuals in making informed choices. You need to be 19 or over to enrol. A DBS check is not required for the course itself, but most employers will ask for one before you start work.
Who this course is for
Are you passionate about making a difference in adult health and social care? This course is ideal for those who want to ensure that vulnerable adults are treated with dignity and protected from harm in care environments. This course provides essential knowledge of safeguarding principles, duty of care, and how to promote dignity in practice. You'll explore how to recognise and respond to abuse, understand safeguarding legislation, and learn how to support individuals in making informed choices while maintaining their safety. This qualification is suitable for anyone working in or aspiring to work in adult health and social care. It offers valuable insights into the responsibilities and challenges of maintaining high standards of care and supports progression into roles where safeguarding and dignity are central to the support provided.
Entry requirements
Technical Entry Requirements: Age: 19 years or over (19+) Additional Non-Qualification-Based Entry Requirements: DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required for enrolment on this course. However, it is essential for those seeking employment or voluntary work involving vulnerable adults. This check is typically arranged through your employer or placement provider.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of safeguarding and how they apply in adult health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to recognise different types of abuse and neglect.
You'll understand how to respond appropriately when abuse is suspected or disclosed.
You'll study the key safeguarding legislation and guidance that governs adult care in the UK.
You'll look at what duty of care means in practice and how it protects vulnerable adults.
You'll develop knowledge of how to promote dignity and respect in care environments.
You'll understand how to support individuals in making informed choices about their own care.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Bispham Campus during the day. Learning is delivered through tutor-led sessions covering safeguarding principles, legislation, and practice. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that you complete as part of the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you with your assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker. Help individuals with daily living and personal care.
Safeguarding officer. Work to protect vulnerable adults from harm.
SEN teaching assistant. Support learners with additional needs in education.
Youth support worker. Work with young people in community or residential settings.
Nursery practitioner. Care for and support young children in early years settings.
Teaching assistant. Assist in classroom environments, including safeguarding responsibilities.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. The next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding. Deepens your knowledge for those taking on a designated safeguarding lead role.
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Broadens your skills across the wider care sector and supports employment in a range of care settings.
