This safeguarding adults for homecare level 2 online course is designed for homecare workers who frequently interact with service users, their families or carers, and the public. It equips staff with advanced knowledge to manage complex safeguarding scenarios effectively.

This online safeguarding adults level 2 for homecare course covers the following:

Introduction:

• An overview of adult safeguarding in domiciliary care settings.

Abuse in adults: 

• Understanding various forms of abuse and their signs.

Advocacy:

• Importance and implementation of advocacy in safeguarding.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Clarification of professional roles in safeguarding contexts.

Information sharing and recordkeeping:

• Proper documentation and communication methods.

Legislation and guidance:

• Overview of key legal frameworks governing adult safeguarding.

Preventing radicalisation:

• Identifying and addressing radicalisation risks.

Summary and review: 

• Consolidation of learning points.

References and resources:

• Curated list of further reading and resources to expand knowledge beyond the course content.

Assessment: 

• Evaluation of understanding and readiness.

The aims of this online safeguarding adults level 2 for domiciliary care course are to:

• Equip participants with the skills to recognise and respond to abuse in adults.
• Enhance understanding of effective information sharing and recordkeeping.
• Raise awareness about factors leading to radicalisation and how to address them.

This safeguarding adults for homecare level 2 e-learning course will:

• Discuss the key terms and definitions in relation to safeguarding adults.
• Review the different types of abuse in adults.
• Consider how and when an adult might require an advocate in line with legislation and guidance.
• Consider how and when to refer to social care following organisational policies if an adult safeguarding concern is identified. 
• Discuss how to document safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Understand how to maintain appropriate records.
• Examine the relevant legislation in place to safeguard adults.
• Discuss the risk factors for radicalisation.

Upon completing this safeguarding adults level 2 for domiciliary care course, learners will be equipped to:

• Define safeguarding, harm and abuse.
• Define the different types of abuse and give examples of the signs, symptoms and indicators.
• Ensure effective advocacy is provided in line with legislation and professional guidance. 
• Describe your role, responsibilities, professional boundaries, and those of your colleagues in a multidisciplinary team and multi-agency environment.
• Analyse how and when to refer to social care following organisational policies if adult safeguarding concerns are identified. 
• Demonstrate how to document safeguarding concerns in a format that informs the relevant staff and agencies.
• Distinguish fact from opinion.
• State the key statutory and non-statutory guidance and legislation for adult safeguarding.
• State how to prevent radicalisation in adults and how to support those drawn into terrorist-related activities.

This CPD-accredited safeguarding adults level 2 e-learning course for homecare 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.

Understanding and implementing effective safeguarding practices is crucial in homecare settings. This course ensures that all participants are equipped to protect adults from abuse and neglect, supporting their right to live in safety and dignity. By fostering an environment of informed advocacy and compliance with legal safeguards, this course plays a vital role in promoting the well-being and security of vulnerable adults.

The aims, objectives, and learning outcomes of this course align with the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) and fulfil the requirements set by the CQC and other regulatory bodies, ensuring comprehensive compliance and high training standards.

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