Introduction
This qualification will provide an understanding of safeguarding, which can be used in a workplace, activity group, or any environment where a person has contact with children or adults at risk.
The qualification provides learners with the knowledge to identify a safeguarding concern, listen and appropriately record a disclosure, and report to the appropriate person.
A Level 1 Award in Awareness of Safeguarding will be issued to the learner, subject to successful assessment
Course code
SAWS
Location
Dumfries and Stranraer Campus
Duration
4 Hours
Price
£83.00
Entry Requirements
Learners must be aged 14, or over.
Course Content
A range of Safeguarding related subjects are covered, including:
- Safeguarding legislation and guidance
- Roles and responsibilities
- Abuse and neglect
- Identifying concerns and disclosure
- Making judgements
- Reporting safeguarding concerns
Assessments
The qualification is assessed by a written assessment including open and multiple-choice questions. A learner must successfully pass the written assessment to achieve the qualification. There is no grading of the assessment; learners pass or are referred.
Progression
Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults
Course Contact Details
Shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
01387 734199