What you will learn
This course gives you a basic introduction to safeguarding adults at risk of abuse and harm. It explains how to recognise possible abuse, respond appropriately to concerns, and report and record what you have observed.
Modules
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1. Overview and Tips
Begin with the course learning outcomes and guidance on how to navigate, pause and return to the training. This module also explains accessibility tools such as read aloud, browser zoom and translation.
2. Core Principles of Safeguarding
Learn what safeguarding adults means and understand key terms including ‘adult at risk’ and ‘significant harm’. This module explains who may be at risk, why safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and introduces relevant adult safeguarding legislation and guidance.
3. Creating a Safe Environment
Explore practical ways to create safer environments and understand what it means to be an active bystander. You will also learn how professional boundaries and safer online practice help protect both adults at risk and staff.
4. Recognising Abuse
Learn where abuse can happen, who may cause harm, and how to recognise the ten categories of adult abuse. The module covers common signs and indicators, including those connected with neglect, modern slavery, radicalisation, bullying and mental health.
5. Responding to Concerns
Understand the different ways an adult may disclose abuse and the barriers that may prevent them from speaking out. Learn how to listen calmly, respond appropriately and avoid promising confidentiality.
6. Reporting and Recording Concerns
Learn your responsibility to report and record concerns and how to make a clear, accurate record of a disclosure. This module also covers body maps, non-recent abuse, and concerns involving a member of staff.
7. Final Assessment
Complete a final assessment covering the course topics, including scenario-based questions. You need an 80% score to pass and can retake the assessment until you succeed.
8. Post Course Evaluation
Complete a short feedback questionnaire about your learning experience. Your responses help us review and improve the training.
Who is this course for?
- Care and support staff
- Volunteers and charity workers
- Faith group workers
- Administration and reception staff
- Anyone new to adult safeguarding
This course is suitable for anyone who may have contact with adults at risk during their day-to-day work or volunteering, and is a good starting point if you have not completed adult safeguarding training before.
Certification
This online Safeguarding Adults Basic Awareness course is accredited by The CPD Group.
Score 80% or more in the final assessment to receive your certificate, which is valid for 2 years.
Your personalised certificate is emailed to you automatically as a PDF, and you can download or reprint it from our LMS (Learning Management System). Each certificate includes a verification number so anyone can check it is genuine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the difference between this course and Safeguarding Adults?
This Safeguarding Adults Basic Awareness course is a short, general introduction to adult safeguarding, taking around 1 hour. Our Safeguarding Adults course covers the same topics in more depth over 2 to 3 hours, including case study scenarios.
Is this course suitable for volunteers?
Yes. The course is suitable for anyone who may have contact with adults at risk, whether paid or voluntary, including volunteers, charity and faith group workers, care and support staff, and administration staff.
We are based in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. Can we still take this course?
Yes. This basic awareness course covers general adult safeguarding terms and principles that apply across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
How long does the course take?
The course takes around 1 hour. You can take regular breaks, and your progress is saved automatically so you can return to the same point later.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. Score 80% or more in the final assessment and your personalised certificate is emailed to you. The certificate is valid for two years, and you can retake the assessment as many times as needed.
Can organisations buy the course for multiple staff?
Yes. Organisations can purchase multiple licences, with bulk discounts beginning at 10 learners. Our learning management system can be used to manage learners, monitor progress and hold certificates centrally.
I need more in-depth safeguarding training. Is this the right course?
This is an introductory, basic awareness course and needs no prior knowledge. If you are a safeguarding lead, or need more in-depth training, see our Safeguarding Adults or Safeguarding Lead Training courses.
