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Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Adult & Child Safeguarding
Thames College

2 in 1 CPD Accredited Course | 2 Free PDF Certificates | Instant Certificate After Completion

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Duration
4.2 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £8.99
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Overview

Safeguarding is one of the most important responsibilities within any organisation working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults. The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) acts as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns and plays a central role in protecting individuals from harm.

This Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Adult & Child Safeguardingcourse equips learners with the knowledge and confidence to take on that responsibility. It covers key elements such as identifying signs of abuse, handling disclosures appropriately, and following policies and procedures that ensure safety is maintained at all levels. Learners are guided through both common and complex scenarios they may encounter and are taught how to respond in a timely and appropriate manner. In an age where safeguarding is being scrutinised more than ever, the ability to confidently carry out this role is essential.

This Adult & Child Safeguarding Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Adult & Child Safeguardingcourse also recognises the growing role of safeguarding in digital spaces, in schools, healthcare, and other professional settings. With increased risks through online interactions and remote communications, the role of a DSL has evolved to cover more than just physical safety.

Courses we are offering:

  • Course 01: Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
  • Course 02: Safeguarding in the Digital World (Online Abuse and Exploitation)

The training explores not only traditional safeguarding methods but also the risks and responses needed for modern threats like online grooming, digital bullying, and social media exposure. Learners will also focus on safeguarding children with additional needs and how mental health plays a role in identifying safeguarding concerns.

Whether working in a school office, a care facility, or a community support role, this Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Adult & Child Safeguardingcourse lays the foundation for anyone who must lead, guide, and manage safeguarding processes confidently.

Learning Outcomes of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Adult & Child Safeguarding course:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the core principles of safeguarding and the legal responsibilities involved in UK-based organisations.

  • Describe the duties of a Designated Safeguarding Lead, including how to respond to and manage concerns.

  • Recognise the signs of abuse and neglect across different age groups and settings.

  • Follow correct reporting procedures and maintain accurate safeguarding records.

  • Identify online risks and apply digital safeguarding measures to protect children and vulnerable adults.

  • Adjust safeguarding practices to suit specific environments and the needs of children with additional needs.

Certificates

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

2
sections
20
lectures
4h 13m
total

    • 1: Module 1: Introduction to Safeguarding Preview 18:29
    • 2: Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead 20:48
    • 3: Module 3: Safeguarding Policies and Procedures 21:20
    • 4: Module 4: Recognising and Responding to Abuse 22:05
    • 5: Module 5: Online Safety and Digital Safeguarding 22:00
    • 6: Module 6: Safeguarding in Specific Settings 20:34
    • 7: Module 7: Safeguarding Children with Additional Needs 22:30
    • 8: Module 8: Mental Health and Wellbeing in Safeguarding 22:12
    • 9: Final Quiz 09:00
    • 10: Leave a Review 01:00
    • 11: CPD Quality Standard Certificate (Optional) 01:00

    • 12: Module 1: Digital Safeguarding Fundamentals 10:00
    • 13: Module 2: Types of Online Abuse 11:00
    • 14: Module 3: Profiling Online Exploiters and Abusers 10:00
    • 15: Module 4: Identifying Victims of Online Abuse 11:00
    • 16: Module 5: Leveraging Technology for Digital Protection 10:00
    • 17: Module 6: Implementing Strategies for Online Abuse Prevention 10:00
    • 18: Final Quiz 08:00
    • 19: Leave a Review 01:00
    • 20: CPD Quality Standard Certificate (Optional) 01:00

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Description

Course Curriculum of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL):

  • Module 1: Introduction to Safeguarding
  • Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead
  • Module 3: Safeguarding Policies and Procedures
  • Module 4: Recognising and Responding to Abuse
  • Module 5: Online Safety and Digital Safeguarding
  • Module 6: Safeguarding in Specific Settings
  • Module 7: Safeguarding Children with Additional Needs
  • Module 8: Mental Health and Wellbeing in Safeguarding

Who is this course for?

This Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) course is designed for:

  • Office administrators in schools, care homes, and youth services
  • Support staff looking to take on safeguarding responsibilities
  • New or aspiring Designated Safeguarding Leads
  • HR staff or compliance officers handling child protection policies

  • Anyone responsible for safety and wellbeing in a workplace involving children or vulnerable adults

Requirements

No formal entry requirements for this course!

Career path

With this Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) course, learners can pursue the following roles across schools, charities, care facilities, and public services:

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead – £30,000 to £45,000
  • Safeguarding Officer – £27,000 to £38,000
  • Child Protection Officer – £28,000 to £40,000
  • School Administrator with DSL Duties – £24,000 to £33,000
  • Family Support Worker – £22,000 to £34,000

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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