Non-Clinical Safeguarding Adults - Level 1 | Online Training Course | CPDUK Accredited

Course Duration	60 minutes
CPD Hours	1 hour
Accreditation	CPD Certification Service
Certification	CPD Certificate
Certificate Validity	3 years

Who is the course for?

This non-clinical safeguarding adults level 1 online course is designed for all staff in non-clinical roles within health and social care settings, including those who come into direct contact with the public, volunteers, care workers, residential and domiciliary care workers, and carers. It is crucial for those who wish to understand the basics of safeguarding adults at risk of abuse or neglect.

Course content

The non-clinical safeguarding adults level 1 online course includes:

Key definitions

Understand essential terms related to safeguarding.

Aims of safeguarding

Learn the goals of protecting adults in care.

Adults with care and support needs

Identify who is at risk.

Types of abuse

Recognise the various forms and how they manifest.

Making safeguarding personal

Tailor safeguarding approaches to individual needs.

Reporting a safeguarding concern

Procedures for reporting suspected abuse.

End of module assessment

Test your knowledge and understanding.

Course aims

The aims of this non-clinical safeguarding adults level 1 online course are to:

Foster a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of safeguarding adults, including recognising and responding appropriately to various types of abuse.
Enhance the capability of non-clinical staff to apply person-centred safeguarding practices effectively within their roles, ensuring the safety and dignity of adults with care and support needs.

Learning objectives

This non-clinical safeguarding adults level 1 elearning course will:

Outline the fundamental aims and principles of safeguarding adults to clearly understand the objectives of safeguarding practices.
Describe the various types of abuse, including physical, emotional, and financial abuse, and the specific indicators for each to enhance recognition skills.
Illustrate how to personalise safeguarding measures to effectively cater to individual needs and ensure dignity and respect in care settings.
Explain the correct procedures for reporting concerns about abuse, emphasising the ethical and legal responsibilities involved.
Discuss the key considerations that must be assessed before reporting abuse to ensure responsible and informed actions are taken.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this non-clinical safeguarding adults level 1 e-learning course, you will be able to:

Explain the term 'adult with care and support needs'.
State what to do when alerted to a concern that suggests an adult is experiencing abuse or neglect.
Describe adults with care and support needs.
Discuss the principles of safeguarding that are in line with one's role.
State the possible indicators of adult abuse and neglect.
Identify why some adults are more at risk from abusive behaviour than others.
Describe the role you must play in recognising and reporting a safeguarding concern.
Suggest the reason for the need to make safeguarding personalised.
Discuss the different types of abuse against adults.

Accreditation and Certification

This CPD-accredited non-clinical safeguarding adults e-learning course is externally peer-reviewed and accredited by the CPD Certification Service. Upon completion, participants will earn a CPD Certificate valid for three years.

The course meets comprehensive compliance requirements set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Regulatory and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) and Care Inspectorates (Wales and Scotland), Skills for Care Core and Mandatory Training Framework and the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) and other UK health and social care regulatory bodies.

Course demo (video)

Why is the course important?

Understanding how to safeguard adults is essential for anyone working in a care environment. This course equips non-clinical staff with crucial knowledge and skills to identify and report abuse, ensuring they can act appropriately to protect adults with care and support needs. It covers legal frameworks and practical steps for intervention and helps foster a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable adults.

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Non-Clinical Safeguarding Adults - Level 1 (CPDUK Accredited)