Awareness of Safeguarding

Introduction

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

The qualification provides learners with th knowledge to identify a safeguarding concern, listen and appropriately record a disclosure, and report to the appropriate person.

A Level 1 Award in Awareness of Safeguarding will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment

Course code

SAWS

Location

Dumfries and Stranraer Campus

Duration

4 Hours

Price

£83.00

Availability

Location: Dumfries
Delivery – 25 Nov 2024 09:00

Entry Requirements

Learners must be aged 14, or over.

Course Content

A range of Safeguarding related subjects are covered, including:

  • Safeguarding legislation and guidance
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Abuse and neglect
  • Identifying concerns and disclosure
  • Making judgements
  • Reporing safeguarding concerns

Assessments

The qualification is assessed by a written assessment including open and multiple-choice questions. A learner must successfully pass the written assessment to achieve the qualification. There is no grading of the assessment; learners pass or are referred

Progression

Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults

Course Contact Details

Shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734199

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