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Safeguarding courses

Safeguarding is the process of protecting children and vulnerable adults from harm. It's a responsibility that everyone has, and it is especially important for those who work in professions where they come into contact with vulnerable people. This includes teachers, social workers, nurses, doctors, and many more.

Safeguarding courses can teach you the skills and knowledge you need to identify and respond to safeguarding concerns. These courses typically cover the following topics:

- What is safeguarding and why is it important?
- The different types of abuse and how to identify them
- How to report safeguarding concerns
- Your role and responsibilities as a safeguarding professional

A safeguarding course will allow you to play a vital role in protecting children and vulnerable adults, whilst creating a safer environment for everyone. Study safeguarding online or in a classroom, and gain the skills needed to achieve your personal and professional goals today.

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  • Coding and Programming Diploma

    ITonlinelearning
    Online Diploma accredited through the BCS, includes CV and Job Placement Support
    • 136 enquiries
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    • 6 months · Self-paced
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    Our Tech 10 (BCS accredited) Coding Diploma is designed to take an individual through a complete programme first laying the foundations before teaching you more advanced coding and programming languages enabling you to embark on a career pathway in programming, coding, or web/app …
    £2,195

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you. Study materials provided with tutor support. Learn coding fundamentals.
    • 17,475 enquiries
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    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
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    Coding is what makes it possible for anyone to create computer software. Websites, apps, and social media are all made with code - it is a language that tells computers what action to perform. This qualification is designed for anyone who is looking to gain an introduction to cod …
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  • Safeguarding in Sport

    Princeton X
    Interactive Video Lessons | Free E-Certificate | Tutor Support
    • Online
    • 0.7 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    ...credentials in the sports sector. Safeguarding in Sport 1.1 Understanding the importance of safeguarding in sports 1.2 Legal and regulatory frameworks for safeguarding 1.3 Roles and responsibilities of individuals and organizations in safeguarding 2.1 Different forms of abuse in sports …
    £19

  • Safeguarding for Taxi Drivers

    Online Training Academy
    CPD approved | 5 Free Bonus Courses | Free Certificate from Reed | Lifetime Access | Instance Access | 30 CPD Points
    • Online
    • 1 hour · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 30 CPD points
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    ...professionalism and ensuring compliance with safeguarding regulations. Course Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding for Taxi Drivers Module 02: Understanding Your Safeguarding Responsibilities Module 03: Understanding Key Safeguarding Principles Module 04: Understanding Abuse …
    £19.50

  • Safeguarding Children - Level 3 and 4

    Tyne Academy
    Advanced Level | Free PDF Certificate Included | 24/7 Tutor Support Included | No Hidden Fees | Lifetime Access
    • Online
    • 2.2 hours · Self-paced
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    ...confidence to act as a designated safeguarding lead or senior safeguarding professional. The training is aligned with national safeguarding frameworks, ensuring that learners meet required competency standards in Safeguarding Children . This Safeguarding Children course is ideal for …
    £22.99

  • Child Protection and Safeguarding in Education

    Online Training Academy
    CPD Accredited ! Free Certification | FREE Retake Exam | Lifetime Access | No Hidden Fees
    • Online
    • 2.6 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 10 CPD points
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    ...Effective Safeguarding Practices Module 06: The Role of Information Sharing in Safeguarding Module 07: Safeguarding Best Practices in Education Module 08: Handling Allegations Against School Staff Section 4: Specialized Safeguarding Contexts Module 09: Safeguarding in Sport and …
    £19

  • Safeguarding Adults Basics and Dementia Care (Level 1)

    Online Training Academy
    CPD Accredited ! Free Certification | FREE Retake Exam | Lifetime Access | No Hidden Fees
    • Online
    • 1.5 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 10 CPD points
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    ...Understanding Safeguarding Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding Adults Module 02: Recognising Abuse in Adults Module 03: Types and Categories of Abuse Section 2: Specialised Safeguarding Topics Module 04: Dementia Care and Safeguarding Module 05: Safeguarding and Mental Capacity …
    £19

  • Python Essential Course for Absolute Beginners

    Future Connect Training and Recruitment Ltd
    Course for Absolute Beginners is designed to teach you the fundamental concepts of Python programming language
    • 33 enquiries
    • Classroom
    • 2 months · Part-time or full-time
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    Start your coding journey with our Python Essentials Course for Absolute Beginners. Designed specifically for those with no prior programming experience, this beginner-friendly course provides a solid foundation in Python — one of the most widely used and versatile programming la …
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  • Safeguarding Children Level 2

    Online Training Academy
    CPD approved | Free Certificate from Reed | Lifetime Access | Instance Access | 10 CPD Points
    • Online
    • 2.6 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 10 CPD points
    • Tutor support
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    ...about safeguarding children. Enrol today in our Safeguarding Children level 2 course and become a trusted guardian of childhood. Together, let's safeguard the smiles, protect the dreams, and nurture the potential of our precious little ones Key Features This Safeguarding Children …
    £19

  • Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer

    Online Training Academy
    CPD approved | Free Certificate from Reed | Lifetime Access | Instance Access | 10 CPD Points
    • Online
    • 2.6 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 10 CPD points
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    ...Lifetime 50% Off with Coupon Code For Next Order ] Enrolling in a Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer Course is crucial in today's world, where safeguarding children's welfare has become paramount. Learning about child protection and safeguarding equips you with the skills to …
    £19

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding - CPD Certified

    Academy for Health & Fitness
    Flash Sale! 10 in 1 Bundle (100+ Trending Topics)| 250 CPD Points | Free Certificate (Worth £150) | Lifetime Access
    • Online
    • 45 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 100 CPD points
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    ...Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding Admission Gifts ◄◄◄ ★★ FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificates | PDF Transcripts | FREE Student ID | Assessment | Lifetime Access | Enrolment Letter ★★ Unlock the power of coding with this Understanding Coding bundle, designed to transform curiosity …
    £49

  • Software Engineering: HTML Coding, Python, CSS, Javascript and C++

    IOMH
    20-in-1 Career Booster Bundle! 20 FREE PDF & A Hard Copy Certificate | CPD Accredited | 24/7 Support | Unlimited Access
    • Online
    • 85 hours · Self-paced
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    • 200 CPD points
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    ...with Software Engineering: HTML Coding, Python, CSS, JavaScript and C++. Explore 20 unique CPD-accredited courses to expand your skills. Join Level 3 Health & Social Care Diploma - CPD Certified Diploma us today! Course 01: HTML and CSS Coding: Beginner to Advanced Course 02: …
    £100

  • Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Level 2 & 3 Diploma

    Learndrive
    02 Courses Package | CPDQE Accredited | Free Reed Certificate | Instant Access | Lifetime Validity
    • New course!
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    • 1.6 hours · Self-paced
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    ...Abuse, and Prevention Safeguarding: Safeguarding Communication Safeguarding: Study Guide_ Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals.docx Safeguarding: UK Safeguarding Principle and Law Safeguarding: 1.4 Take Action Safeguarding: 2.1 Pillars of protection Safeguarding: 2.2 The Legal Blueprint …
    £20

  • Coding Courses for Beginners

    Career Smarter
    Coding Courses for Beginners Aspiring Web Developers and Software Engineers
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    • 240 hours · Self-paced
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    The Coding for Beginners course is a beginner-friendly course designed to launch your career in software development. Choosing to learn coding, opens doors to exciting opportunities, both professionally and personally. Here’s why pursuing coding can be one of the smartest care …
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    £695 £995

  • Level 2 & 3 Safeguarding Adults, Children & Vulnerable Adults: Essential Training

    Empower UK Employment Training
    02 Courses Package | CPDQE Accredited | Free Reed Certificate | Instant Access | Lifetime Validity
    • New course!
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    • 1.6 hours · Self-paced
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    ...Rights Safeguarding: 6.4 The Playbook Safeguarding: 6.5 You are Not Alone Safeguarding: Study Guide_ Safeguarding Adults L2 Training.docx Safeguarding: UK Safeguarding Principle, Practice, and Law. Safeguarding: Safeguarding Children and Responding to Abuse. Safeguarding: Child Development …
    £20

  • Level 2 Advanced Safeguarding Children

    Online Training Academy
    CPD Accredited ! Free Certification | FREE Retake Exam | Lifetime Access | No Hidden Fees
    • Online
    • 2.2 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 10 CPD points
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    ...postings requiring safeguarding skills over the past five years. Thus, this Safeguarding Children course not only offers significant career advantages but also contributes to the crucial societal goal of safeguarding children. Key Features: CPD Certified Safeguarding Children Course …
    £19

  • Coding (Web Development, C++, HTML, Python, JavaScript & IT)

    NextGen Learning
    20 in 1 Career Guided Programme | 200 CPD Points | Free 20 PDF & a Hardcopy Certificate | Tutor Help & Lifetime Access
    • 13 students
    • Online
    • 132 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 200 CPD points
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    ...knowledge, the Coding package has something for everyone. As part of the Coding (C++, HTML, Python, JavaScript & IT) package, you will receive complimentary PDF certificates for all courses in Coding bundle at no extra cost. Equip yourself with the Coding bundle to confidently …
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  • Safeguarding Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (UK Standard)

    NextGTraining
    All Inclusive - 98% Discount + 2 PDF Certificate + Transcript + Endorsement Letter + Lifetime Access | 2025 Update
    • Online
    • 4.1 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
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    ...Innovations in Safeguarding Practices Lesson 3: Policy and Practice Developments Lesson 4: Case Studies: Innovations and Trends Lesson 1: UK Legislation for Safeguarding SEND Lesson 2: SEND Code of Practice Lesson 3: OFSTED and Safeguarding Lesson 4: Safeguarding Policies and Procedures …
    £19

  • Care Certificate - 15 Standards + Health & Social Care, Mental Health & Safeguarding

    Skills Boost
    6 Courses Bundle | CPD Accredited | Lifetime Access | Money Back Guarantee | 24/7 Tutor Support | 100% Pass Rate
    • Online
    • 17.9 hours · Self-paced
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    ...Certificate [Optional] Module 1 An Overview of Safeguarding Adults Module 2 Identifying Vulnerable Adults Module 3 Risk Assessment and Management Module 4 Reporting and Responding to Abuse Module 5 Safeguarding in Different Settings Module 6 Safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Module …
    £19

  • Coding and Programmer Job Guarantee Programme

    ITonlinelearning
    Includes Recruitment Support, CV Review and LinkedIn rewrite
    • 466 enquiries
    • Online
    • 80 hours · Self-paced
    • Professional certification
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    Imagine yourself as a skilled programmer: someone who can build smart solutions that move technology forward and shape the digital world around us. As a programmer, you’ll learn a wide mix of skills to create software, design step-by-step solutions (algorithms), and tackle challe …
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  • Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Child Psychology & Counselling with Child Safeguarding + Care

    Online Training Academy
    CPD approved | 12 Courses Bundle + 9 Free Courses | Free Certificate from Reed | Lifetime+Instance Access
    • Online
    • 17.2 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 130 CPD points
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    ...Mental Illness Course 12: Safeguarding Practices for Support Workers 01: Introduction to Safeguarding and Legal Obligations 02: Types of Abuse and Recognising Concerns 03: Responding to Disclosures and Reporting Safeguarding Issues 04: Embedding Safeguarding into Practice and Continuous …
    £25

  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Nutrition with Child Safeguarding

    Online Training Academy
    13 Courses Bundle + Free Career Guide Bundle | 140 CPD Points + 13 Free Certificates | Quiz Included
    • Online
    • 20 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 140 CPD points
    • Tutor support
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    ...Get Free Lifetime 50% Off with Coupon Code For Next Order ] If you’re working in, or planning to build a career in, child safeguarding, mental health, or child development , this Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Nutrition with Child Safeguarding & Psychology Bundle is especially …
    £30

  • Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work, Counselling, Safeguarding and Young People's Mental Health

    Care Skills Training
    Last Updated 2025 | CPD Accredited | PDF Certificate | Expert tutor support | 14 day money back guarantee
    • Online
    • 5.9 hours · Self-paced
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    ...youth-focused settings Level 2 & 3 Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults – £25.00 (Bonus Course) Understand statutory requirements and safeguarding frameworks Learn to identify and respond to signs of abuse, neglect, or exploitation Apply safeguarding strategies to protect children …
    £25

  • Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work, Counselling, Safeguarding and Young People's Mental Health

    High Skills Training
    4 in 1 Courses | Updated: January, 2025 | Massive Price Drop | Worth £250 | Discount Ends Soon | Money back guarantee
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    • 4.4 hours · Self-paced
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    ...Ethical Principles and Codes of Conduct Specific to Youth Work Lecture 6: Reflective Practice and Supervision Habits from Day One Highlights of Foundations, Values and Professional Identity Section 2: Law, Safeguarding and Risk Section Overview of Law, Safeguarding and Risk Lecture 7: …
    £19

  • Care Certificate (Standards 1 to 15) with Level 2 Safeguarding Children Training

    Study Hunt
    Instant Access | 3 Premium Courses & PDF Certificate as a Gift | *Winter Sale* | Standards 1-to-15 | 24/7 Tutor Support
    • Online
    • 6.2 hours · Self-paced
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    ...Diagnosis Mental Capacity Assessing Capacity Summary Module 12: Safeguarding Adults Introduction Safeguarding Types of Harm and Abuse Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: the Principles A Person‐centred Approach Safeguarding Adults Boards Identifying and Managing Risk Suspected or Disclosed …
    £19

  • Coding and Programming Bootcamp - Complete Career Guide For Today's Job Market

    Janets
    Mid-Year Sale! (was £1,299) | Career Plan Programme For Today's Job Market | Job Searching Support & Expert Consultation
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    • 2 months · Self-paced
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    • 600 CPD points
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    Land a Job and Earn 40,000 to 70,000 in 3 Months! Coding and Programming Bootcamp Programme Enrolment Gifts: FREE PDF & Hard Copy Certificate | PDF Transcripts | FREE Student ID | Enrolment Letter | Lifetime Access | Free Assessment The gap between supply and demand for Codi …
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  • WordPress : Learn Web Design without Coding

    Course Drive
    Developed by a Google Developer Expert | CPD Accredited Course | Free PDF Certificate | Lifetime Access
    • 17 students
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    • 4.9 hours · Self-paced
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    ...importance of website backup and security measures, teaching students how to implement regular backups and implement security practices to safeguard their WordPress sites against potential threats. Basic SEO Optimization: Students will gain insights into optimizing their WordPress sites …
    £19

  • Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work, Counselling, Safeguarding and Young People's Mental Health

    Training Express Ltd
    Level 4 QLS Endorsed+CPD Certified | 3 Free Courses | Free PDF+Hardcopy Certificates | Free Retake Exam| Lifetime Access
    • 1,232 students
    • Online
    • 1.3 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 370 CPD points
    • Tutor support
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    Highly rated
    ...development, taking an in-depth look at mental health and the different types of work. You will also gain an excellent understanding of the ethical codes of practice and social welfare policy in criminal justice, such as youth detention centers and correctional facilities. What’s more, throughout …
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  • Safeguarding Adults Awareness Wales Group A - CPD Accredited

    The National Training Academy Ltd
    Online course, checkpoint at the end of each module, certificate when complete, 12 months unlimited access
    • Online
    • 2 hours · Self-paced
    • 1 CPD point
    • Tutor support
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    ...to have an awareness of safeguarding. This involves being able to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse and know how to manage and record a disclosure of abuse. Well trained staff are more confident, they know what to do and they ensure that safeguarding is at the forefront of …
    £30

  • Medical Secretary and Clinical Coding Bundle

    Janets
    Flash Sale (was 399) | 20 in 1 Courses Bundle | CPD Certified | 200 CPD Points | FREE PDF Certificates | Lifetime Access
    • Online
    • 1 month · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 200 CPD points
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    ...accurately recorded and seamlessly managed. Behind the scenes, it’s the medical secretaries and clinical coders who ensure everything runs efficiently—bridging communication, safeguarding data, and supporting patient care. As the NHS and private practices expand digital records and streamlined …
    £100

  • Clinical Coding & Medical Billing

    Janets
    All-in-One 15 Courses Bundle | CPD Certified | 150 CPD Points | Free PDF Certificates | Tutor Support | Lifetime Access
    • Online
    • 150 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 150 CPD points
    • Tutor support
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    ...Inpatient Training: DRG-ICD Course 02: Medical Coding Inpatient Training: DRG-PCS Course 03: Learn Medical Coding Using 3M Software Course 04: Level-4 Medical coding Training: ICD-10-CM Course 05: Medical Coding Training: Develop Inpatient DRG Course 06: Pharmacology Course 07: …
    £150
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FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Safeguarding courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Safeguarding courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Safeguarding course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Safeguarding courses, you might also be interested in Care, Dementia training and Youth work. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Safeguarding courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Safeguarding courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Safeguarding courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Safeguarding course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Safeguarding course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Safeguarding courses from a variety of learning providers.
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