Introduction to Safeguarding (Adults and Children) (02/05/2024)

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to safeguarding for all those who work with children and/or adults, whether in paid employment or as a volunteer. This is an intermediary course for those requiring a fundamental knowledge of safeguarding (more than basic awareness).

Learning Outcomes

Following this online session it is hoped participants will be able to:

• Describe different types of abuse
• Describe what ‘safeguarding’ means
• Identify a range of safeguarding issues/concerns
• Describe what signs and symptoms to look out for
• Recognise who might be affected by abuse and neglect
• Describe the Duty to Report, and when action may be required
• Demonstrate what to do and who to contact if you have a concern

Target Audience

All staff working within an organisation, staff who come into contact with children, young people and / or adults, whether in paid employment or as a volunteer. This is an intermediary course for those requiring a fundamental knowledge of safeguarding (more than basic awareness).