What you will learn
This course introduces safeguarding for both children and adults at risk and explains how to help create safer environments. You will learn how to recognise possible abuse, respond appropriately to concerns, and report and record information.
Modules
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1. Overview and Tips
This opening module explains the course learning outcomes and how to work through, pause and return to the training. It also introduces accessibility options such as read aloud, browser zoom and translation.
2. Core Principles of Safeguarding
Learn what child and adult safeguarding mean, who is responsible for safeguarding, and why some people may be at greater risk. The module also introduces the key legislation and guidance used across the UK.
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 consider professional boundaries and ways to keep yourself safe, including online.
4. Recognising Abuse
Learn how to recognise possible abuse involving children and adults at risk, including the main categories and indicators. The module also considers where abuse may occur and related concerns such as bullying, radicalisation, serious violence and mental health.
5. Responding to Concerns
Understand the different ways a person may disclose abuse and the barriers that can prevent them from speaking out. Learn how to listen and respond calmly and appropriately without promising confidentiality.
6. Reporting and Recording Concerns
Learn your responsibility to report and record safeguarding concerns and who they should be reported to. The module explains how to make an accurate written record, use a body map and respond when a concern involves a member of staff.
7. Final Assessment
Complete the final assessment and achieve a score of 80% or more to pass the course and receive your certificate. You can take as long as needed and retry the assessment until you pass.
8. Post Course Evaluation
Complete a short post-course evaluation about your learning experience. Your feedback helps improve the course for future learners.
Who is this course for?
- Staff and volunteers who work with children and adults at risk
- Charity, community and faith group workers
- Administration and support staff
- Anyone new to safeguarding
This basic safeguarding training is suitable for anyone who may have contact with children and adults at risk during their day-to-day work or volunteering, and is a good starting point if you have not completed safeguarding training before.
Certification
This online Safeguarding Children and 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 the separate Safeguarding Children or Safeguarding Adults courses?
This course is a short, general introduction to safeguarding both children and adults at risk, taking around 1 hour. It’s a good fit if your role or team covers both groups, or if you need to give staff a foundational awareness quickly.
Is this course suitable for volunteers?
Yes. The course is suitable for anyone who may have contact with children or adults at risk, whether paid or voluntary, including volunteers, charity and faith group workers, 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 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. You can retake the assessment as many times as you need. The certificate is valid for 2 years.
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 your role involves more in-depth work with children or adults at risk, see our Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults course or our Designated Safeguarding Lead Training.
