HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE COURSE
Safeguarding Of Vulnerable People
An Adult Support & Protection course for healthcare and support workers in Scotland, covering the legal landscape, types of harm and abuse, and the practical skills to foster a safe and protective environment for those in your care.
Duration
3 Hours
3 hour session covering safeguarding
Format
In person
Face-to-face classroom training
Location
Onsite
At our training facility in Dumfries
Certificate
Valid For 3 Years
CTC certified
How The Course Runs
- Introduction and legal framework
The session opens with a grounding in the legislative context, covering the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and your duties as a care professional. This sets the foundation for everything that follows - Types of harm, abuse and neglect
Participants explore the different categories of harm and abuse, including physical, emotional, financial, and institutional abuse. Real-world case studies are used to ground learning in recognisable scenarios. - Recognition and observation skills
Facilitated group discussions and practical activities develop your ability to spot indicators of harm, understand contextual risk factors, and recognise environments in which abuse is more likely to occur. - Risk minimisation & ethical response
Participants work through strategies for minimising risk and responding appropriately, balancing professional duties with ethical considerations and the rights of the individual being supported. - Assessment, Q&A and certification
Continuous assessment runs throughout the session via practical demonstrations and knowledge checks. The session closes with Q&A and, on successful completion, certification is awarded.
What you'll learn
✓ Understanding your duties and the legislative framework
✓ Identifying types of harm and abuse affecting vulnerable adults
✓ Developing observation skills to recognise signs of harm
✓ Understanding environments where abuse is more likely to occur
✓ Applying risk minimisation strategies in your day day to day role
✓ Navigating ethical considerations in safeguarding situations
✓ Promoting a culture of safety across your organisation
✓ Demonstrating practical safe handling skills
Before you arrive
Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear, you'll be taking part in practical exercises throughout the day.
Certificate
CTC Certified for 3 years
Assessed through practical demonstrations and knowledge checks throughout the course. Successful completion earns a certificate valid for 3 years, and the training can be recorded as part of your SSSC Continuous Professional Learning (CPL). Renew through further training when your certificate expires.
Where it takes place
Training can be delivered at our Dumfries training facility or onsite at your organisation’s premises, with sessions available for up to 8 delegates.
Location
We offer onsite training, accommodating both large and small organisations. Our experienced trainers can deliver the course at your organisation's premises, ensuring convenience and relevance to your specific care environment.
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