About The Course

This safeguarding course provides essential knowledge and skills for protecting vulnerable individuals. It covers the definition and importance of safeguarding, relevant legislation, and ethical considerations. Participants learn to identify and respond to various forms of abuse and neglect, including physical, emotional, and financial abuse, through practical case studies. The course also addresses procedures for reporting and recording concerns, collaborating with agencies, and the specific roles of care workers and safeguarding teams. It includes detailed information on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and safeguarding practices for both adults and children, including risks like online abuse. Interactive scenarios offer hands-on experience in applying safeguarding principles.