This course is designed to meet the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) Level 3 competencies, ensuring participants are equipped with the advanced knowledge and skills required to safeguard vulnerable adults effectively. It provides a comprehensive understanding of adult safeguarding, grounded in legal frameworks and practical application, to empower professionals in protecting individuals from harm and abuse.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the key legislation underpinning safeguarding practices, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Human Rights Act 1998.
Recognise and respond to signs of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and other safeguarding concerns.
Implement safeguarding processes, including making referrals, managing disclosures, and supporting investigations.
Demonstrate effective multi-agency collaboration and coordination to ensure a robust safeguarding response.
Support adults with mental capacity concerns, balancing autonomy with protection in line with the Mental Capacity Act.
Promote ethical, person-centred approaches that prioritise dignity, respect, and individual rights.
Key Course Features:
1. Alignment with CSTF Competencies
Comprehensive coverage of CSTF Level 3 requirements, ensuring participants meet nationally recognised standards for safeguarding practice.
2. Legal Frameworks and Ethical Practice
Exploration of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and associated laws.
Guidance on implementing safeguarding measures that respect autonomy and legal compliance.
3. Types of Abuse and Neglect
In-depth analysis of different forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, institutional abuse, and self-neglect.
Practical strategies to identify, report, and prevent harm.
4. Safeguarding Processes
Practical steps for recognising, reporting, and investigating safeguarding concerns.
Emphasis on dynamic risk assessment, information sharing, and making safeguarding personal (MSP).
5. Multi-Agency Collaboration
Insights into working with local authorities, police, healthcare providers, and other agencies.
Strategies for effective communication and joint decision-making.
6. Supporting Complex Cases
Handling disclosures sensitively and managing challenging safeguarding scenarios.
Recognising and responding to issues such as self-neglect, financial abuse, and coercive control.
7. Leadership in Safeguarding
Developing a safeguarding culture within organisations.
Understanding the role of supervision, reflective practice, and advocacy in safeguarding leadership.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for health and social care professionals, including those in leadership and supervisory roles, who are responsible for safeguarding adults and meeting CSTF Level 3 competencies.
Delivery Format:
The course incorporates a blend of theoretical learning, practical case studies, and reflective exercises to ensure participants can apply safeguarding principles effectively in their practice. Knowledge checks and interactive discussions reinforce learning and build confidence in managing safeguarding responsibilities.
Ticket Prices: £120 per person payable in advance (plus Eventbrite fees).