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Standard 10: Safeguarding Adults
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Care Certificate | Includes Assessment & Certificate | UK CPD Accredited | Instant Certificate | 24/7 Tutor Support

Summary

Price
£30 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
1 CPD hours / points
Achievement
Endorsed by Skills for Care
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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This comprehensive Standard 10: Safeguarding Adults course equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to protect vulnerable adults from abuse, harm, and neglect.

What you'll learn
  • Understand the various forms of abuse and neglect
  • Clarify the legal and ethical obligations in safeguarding adults
  • Develop skills for identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns
  • Promote a proactive approach to preventing abuse and neglect
Who the course is for
  • Healthcare professionals, social workers, care home staff, and support workers
  • Suitable for those new to the sector or existing professionals seeking to update their knowledge
Key features
  • Suitable for learners wanting flexibility
  • Online via Reed Courses with immediate start
Skills & outcomes
  • Skills-based course designed to build practical knowledge in safeguarding adults
  • Beneficial for enhanced roles within healthcare settings, adult social care, and community support services

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Overview

This comprehensive Standard 10: Safeguarding Adults course, available on Reed Courses, is meticulously designed to provide participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to protect vulnerable adults from abuse, harm, and neglect. The course is structured to ensure learners understand their roles and responsibilities in creating a safe environment for adults in need of care and support.

Achievement

CPD

1 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

Course media

Resources

Description

Course Content Standard 10: Safeguarding Adults Course :

  • Introduction to safeguarding principles and how they apply to vulnerable adults.
  • Understanding types of abuse and neglect, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and discriminatory abuse.
  • Legal framework and policies related to safeguarding adults, including the Care Act 2014.
  • Roles and responsibilities of professionals in safeguarding adults.
  • Procedures for reporting and managing concerns about abuse or neglect.
  • Best practices for promoting a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable adults.

Aims of the Standard 10: Safeguarding Adults Course :

The primary aim of this course is to equip learners with the essential understanding and abilities to effectively safeguard adults at risk. It seeks to:

  • Enhance awareness of the various forms of abuse and neglect.
  • Clarify the legal and ethical obligations of those working with vulnerable adults.
  • Improve the skills necessary for identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns.
  • Foster a proactive approach to preventing abuse and neglect.

Assessment

online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 80%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don't pass don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need. Although you need to purchase the same course again when you used all ten (10) attempts.

Certificate

Our online social care courses are accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and are nationally recognised. Once you have completed your assessment you will be awarded a free accredited certificate in PDF format which is immediately available. Hard copies of the certificate are available for an additional fee. All evidence of learning and certification will remain in our system for your future reference.

Who is this course for?

  • Healthcare professionals
  • Social workers
  • Care home staff
  • Support workers
  • Anyone involved in the care or support of adults at risk

This course is tailored for individuals working in roles that involve contact with vulnerable adults, aiming to improve their understanding of safeguarding practices. It's suitable for those new to the sector or existing professionals seeking to update their knowledge.

Requirements

For new users, the course requires no prior healthcare experience. It's designed as an entry-level induction, providing essential training in care principles. Participants will need commitment to complete the modules, access to a learning platform, and support from their employer to apply practical skills in their workplace

Career path

  • Enhanced roles within healthcare settings, such as hospitals and clinics.
  • Specialized positions in adult social care, including residential and nursing homes.
  • Opportunities in community support services for vulnerable adults.
  • Potential for career advancement into safeguarding and compliance roles within various organizations.

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