Online Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Course. Level 1
Course last updated: June 2026
Course certificate valid for 3 years
Internationally accredited training
Course duration: 2 hrs
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Course format: Three video training modules, with a multiple-choice section at the end of each module.
Entry Requirements: Anyone can complete this course, whether they have previous experience or not.
HSEDocs offers this Level 1 Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults course, which is an introductory training course for anyone working or volunteering with children or vulnerable adults. It covers understanding what safeguarding is, recognising signs of abuse and neglect, knowing how to report concerns, and understanding legal responsibilities to protect people from harm. The course provides essential knowledge on different types of abuse, how to respond to disclosures, and the importance of acting on and reporting concerns to the appropriate authorities.
The learning topics covered in this course include:
- Introduction to Safeguarding: Explains the meaning of safeguarding and its importance in protecting children and vulnerable adults from harm.
- Recognising Abuse: Teaches how to identify the signs and indicators of different forms of abuse and neglect.
- Responding to Concerns: Provides guidance on how to respond if a victim discloses abuse and how to act on any concerns you may have.
- Reporting and Recording: Outlines the correct procedures for reporting safeguarding concerns to the appropriate authorities and emphasises the importance of documentation.
- Legal Framework: Covers relevant UK legislation and guidance related to safeguarding.
- Target Audience: Suitable for anyone who interacts with children and vulnerable adults in their work or voluntary activities, including managers, staff, and volunteers.
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