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Diploma in Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at QLS Level 5
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Summary

Price
£39 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
6 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
Achievement
Certificates
  • QLS Level-5- Hard copy certificate - £109
Assessment details
  • Assignment (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

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You want to become a confident and effective Designated Safeguarding Lead? Take this Diploma in Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at QLS Level 5 and gain the practical skills, legal knowledge, and leadership ability to safeguard children and vulnerable adults in education and other settings. One course. Job-ready.

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS), so the quality is guaranteed.

One course, QLS-endorsed quality, practical safeguarding skills, and a clear pathway to roles in education, social care, and safeguarding leadership — from practitioner to designated safeguarding lead. Everything you need is in one place.

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  • 1-to-1 tutor support when you need guidance
  • 24/7 access so you can study around your schedule
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More about the Diploma

This Diploma gives you the full pathway — from understanding the role of a DSL to implementing safeguarding strategies across education settings. You’ll build the skills, confidence, and credentials that employers and educational institutions across the UK are seeking.

What you’ll learn across the modules:

  • Introduction to Designated Safeguarding Lead: the role, responsibilities, and professional expectations
  • Safeguarding Children: recognising abuse, responding to disclosures, and applying safeguarding frameworks
  • Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: identifying risks, protecting adults at risk, and reporting procedures
  • DSLs in Education: implementing safeguarding policies, leading teams, and monitoring compliance

This course builds on your knowledge and equips you with the practical skills to act confidently as a Designated Safeguarding Lead in schools, colleges, and other educational or care settings.

More About the QLS Endorsement

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS), part of the Skills and Education Group — a long-established organisation with over 100 years of experience in high-quality education and training. QLS endorsement means the course has been reviewed for content quality, structure, and learning outcomes, ensuring you’re studying a professionally recognised programme that meets rigorous industry standards.

More about the TOTUM Discount Card

As a student of this course, you’ll also be eligible to apply for the TOTUM Discount Card — the UK’s #1 student discount card endorsed by the National Union of Students (NUS). Enjoy savings on hundreds of brands across travel, food, fashion, and entertainment while you study!

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If you want to become a highly effective DSL, this is the best course available. Everything you need is right here in one place.

Achievement

Certificates

QLS Level-5- Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £109

Assessment details

Assignment

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This Diploma in Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at QLS Level 5 takes you from understanding safeguarding fundamentals to acting as a competent and confident DSL.

This course builds your understanding of child and adult safeguarding, legal frameworks, and leadership responsibilities, preparing you for real-world scenarios. Assessments include multiple-choice quizzes, scenario exercises, and practical tasks to reinforce learning at every step.

⊱⊱ QLS Level-5-Designated Safeguarding Lead - DSL Course Course Curriculum ⊰⊰

Safeguarding Children

  • Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding
  • Module 02: Laws and Guidance
  • Module 03: Child Abuse
  • Module 04: Child Sexual Exploitation
  • Module 05: Responding to Disclosure and Reporting
  • Module 06: Risks and Risk Assessment
  • Module 07: Things to Do After Referral
  • Module 08: Record Keeping

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

  • Module 01: An Introduction to Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
  • Module 02: Safeguarding Legislation
  • Module 03: Understanding Abuse and Neglect
  • Module 04: Policy, Roles and Responsibilities
  • Module 05: Understanding the Importance of Communication in Care
  • Module 06: Sharing Information and Responding to a Disclosure
  • Module 07: Reporting Your Concern

Learning Format

  • 100% online – accessible 24/7 from any device
  • Interactive video and reading materials
  • Practical exercises and real-world safeguarding scenarios

Requirements

No formal qualifications or experience required

You’ll need:

  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access
  • Motivation to learn safeguarding practices

Everything else — including guidance, assessments, and support — is built into the course.

Career path

Completing this QLS-endorsed diploma opens doors across education, social care, and safeguarding roles in the UK. Graduates typically move into roles such as:

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead (Schools & Colleges) – £30,000 – £45,000 per year
  • Safeguarding Officer – £26,000 – £38,000 per year
  • Child Protection Coordinator – £28,000 – £40,000 per year

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Answer:

Dear Josephine, Thank you for your question. There are no hidden fees here. This course is including with a QLS Endorsed Certificate level 7. Thanks

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