Key Learning Points
- Respond appropriately when a cause for concern is identified
- Have increased understanding of the legal requirements
- Apply the principles to practice
- Work safely with members of vulnerable groups
Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk of Harm - Overview
The course will explore the transition from protection to safeguarding, and delegates will consider different types of abuse and their characteristics. The individual’s responsibility for raising a concern and subsequent actions and involvement will also be outlined.
Delegates will look at the general principles applying to children and young people, the legal framework and safeguarding process. The principles and duties of safeguarding adults will be reviewed. Delegates will also explore the proactive requirements for working safely with members of vulnerable groups.
This course will then look at the issues which arise in the context of joint working between agencies and professionals. Shortcomings, lessons learnt and recommendations made by enquiries will be discussed.
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