Safeguarding Of Vulnerable People

Course Description

This course is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of Safeguarding Vulnerable People.

Delegates completing this course will be in a better position to implement their company protection policy and the procedures they should follow.

This course has been designed to be delivered within all areas of Great Britain, taking into account the differences of England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Duration

3 – 6 hours

Syllabus

• Types of abuse
• Who is a vulnerable person?
• Who is an abuser?
• How to recognise abuse
• Guidelines for dealing with abuse
• ‘No Secrets’, ‘In Safe Hands’, ‘A Shared Responsibility’ and ‘Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007’
• Dealing with disclosure
• Summary and evaluation

The training is in line with the current legislation and guidelines and can be adapted to suit the particular client group; adults or children.