Safeguarding Adults – Awareness

Overview

In this course, Delegates will be encouraged to explore their own feelings and responses to abuse whilst gaining an understanding of the definition of abuse, its forms and indicators, and their role in safeguarding adults. The course includes an Introduction to The Care Act 2014 and updates, local policies, and any other relevant Safeguarding legislation.

Who is Safeguarding Adults – Awareness aimed at?

Staff working in adult social care

Course Length

Half Day

Learning Outcomes

On conclusion of the course participants will be able to:

• List the different forms abuse can take
• Describe the main indicators of abuse
• Describe the Introduction to Care Act 2014, Local Policies, and any
  other relevant Safeguarding legislation, including the relevant flowcharts
• Explain appropriate ways to respond to cases of abuse