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Safeguarding - Adults

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    Understand Safeguarding Fundamentals:
    Define safeguarding and explain its importance in adult care.
    Identify key legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
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    Recognize Types of Abuse and Risk Factors:
    Describe common forms of abuse (physical, emotional, financial, sexual, neglect, institutional, and modern slavery).
    Spot indicators of exploitation (e.g., coercion, isolation, unexplained injuries).
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    Apply Person-Centered Approaches:
    Balance safeguarding interventions with the individual’s rights, choices, and consent.
    Assess capacity using the Mental Capacity Act’s principles.
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    Follow Reporting and Response Protocols:
    Explain roles and responsibilities in raising concerns (whistleblowing, internal reporting, and referrals to local authorities).
    Document concerns accurately and confidentially.
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    Work Within Multi-Agency Frameworks:
    Understand the role of Local Safeguarding Adults Boards (SABs) and other partners.
    Participate effectively in safeguarding enquiries and meetings.
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    Practice Through Scenarios:
    Apply knowledge to real-life case studies and role-play exercises.
    Develop confidence in handling disclosures and difficult conversations.

Overview

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This Safeguarding Adults training is a vital one-day course designed for professionals who work with or support vulnerable adults. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their responsibilities in identifying, preventing, and responding to abuse and neglect in line with legal frameworks, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Through interactive discussions, case studies, and scenario-based exercises, this course equips attendees with the knowledge and confidence to:

Recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Understand the principles of person-centered safeguarding.

Follow correct reporting and escalation procedures.

Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to protect at-risk adults.

Ideal for social workers, healthcare staff, care providers, and frontline responders, this training ensures compliance with safeguarding duties while promoting dignity and safety for vulnerable individuals.

Delivery method
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Face to face

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Virtual

Course duration
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7 hours

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Delivery method
  • face to face icon

    Face to face

  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

Course duration
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7 hours

Competency level
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    Working

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