Safeguarding Awareness Course

This qualification will provide an understanding of safeguarding which can be used in a workplace, activity group or other environment where a person has contact with children or adults at risk.

The qualification provides learners with the knowledge to identify a safeguarding concern, listen and appropriately record a disclosure, and report to the appropriate person. It is regulated in the UK and awarded by First Aid Awards (FAA).

Topics covered include: 

• Be aware of safeguarding legislation and guidance
• Define safeguarding
• Know key safeguarding legislation
• Be aware of key safeguarding roles
• State which agencies the safeguarding partnership consist of
• Know who within an organisation has responsibility for safeguarding
• Be aware of different types of abuse
• Know different types of abuse
• Be aware of signs and indicators of abuse and neglect
• Give examples of indicators of the following types of abuse:
• Physical abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Neglect
• Know what action to take if a safeguarding concern arises
• Identify what action to take if a safeguarding concern arises
• Know who safeguarding concerns can be raised to

Entry requirements

The qualification is available to learners aged 14 or over. It is recommended that learners hold a minimum of level 1 in literacy or equivalent to undertake this qualification

Qualification assessment

The qualification is assessed through a written assessment and graded pass or referred.

Group bookings for 6 or more are available on demand either at our centre or at your premises nationally. Please contact us for a quote and availability.