Health and Social Care Statutory Training

Certificate in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (accredited) Level 2

Online Course Title

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (accredited) Level 2 (non-accredited)

How to register

If you are an individual - book an online course
If you are an organisation - contact us

Fee per Course (includes all modules)

£99.00 + VAT (inclusive: online training, trial assessments, 1 (one) final assessment for each module, certificate, online and phone student support)

Course Modules

1. Vulnerability and Protection
2. Recognising Abuse
3. Understanding the Law and Managing Risk
4. Taking Action to Protect Vulnerable Adults

Training method

e-Learning, Online (over the Internet)

Assessment method

e-Learning, Online (over the Internet), Multiple choice questions (instant results)

Evidence of achievement

BYTSYZ e-Learning Certificate of achievement and student transcript.

This BYTSYZ online course is suitable for

Any individual who has a responsibility to recognise and protect vulnerable adults from abuse. This course of study will also be relevant to any individual who has to interact with and protect vulnerable adults in their daily work (eg. charity workers, youth organisations, voluntary organisations, college staff/students, school staff, care organisations, NHS trusts etc). It will be of particular benefit for people who work in health and social care settings.

This BYTSYZ online course meets the following Common Induction Standards for newly appointed individuals working with adults in a social care setting: 1.1.1, 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.4.3, 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 5.1.3, 5.2.1, 5.3.1, 5.4.1, 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.5.1, 5.5.2, 5.5.3, 5.5.4.

Course Description

This BYTSYZ online course will enable students to have a clear understanding of the concept of vulnerability and the safeguarding of vulnerable adults in a range of care settings, some of which are regulated under the Care Standards Act 2000. The online course provides a detailed examination of the Protection of Vulnerable Adults (PoVA) framework and its implementation process.

The study will focus in detail on the various forms that abuse can take, whilst distinguishing between its types and patterns. Students will consider the definition of adult abuse and develop a clear understanding of who is a vulnerable adult and who the potential abusers are.

The course will enable students to recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse by working through some real-life scenarios to develop understanding and the actions to be taken where abuse is disclosed.

The course covers the key legislation and regulatory frameworks surrounding interagency collaboration. This includes a review of the implementation of PoVA and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) Vetting and Barring Scheme, which is explored in the context of recruitment and employment in adult caring professions. There is an emphasis on the "NO Secrets" guidance and how this creates a framework in which organisations operate in terms of their policies, procedures and protocols.

Students will consider the concept of consent in determining the risk of abuse or harm and the procedures to follow in the event of a disclosure of abuse. It is important for students to recognise basic human rights and protect the rights of vulnerable adults but at the same time, acknowledging acceptable levels of risk. Risk assessment is explained, with examples to embed the student's understanding of why risk assessment plays a part in care service delivery.

The course has a practical focus on actions that should be taken to minimise the risk of abuse in a care setting. The issue of zero-tolerance to abuse in all its forms is explored along with the need to identify and report actual or potential abuse and initiate formal investigation procedures.

Finally the student will be encouraged to develop a personal action plan to enhance their understanding and develop their practice. BYTSYZ encourages the participation of line managers in the development and evaluation of this plan.

Course Objectives

1. Explain the concepts of protection and vulnerability
2. Define the terms "vulnerable adults" and "protection of adults" and identify the scope of health and social care settings where adults can be at risk
3. Explain the concept of the Protection of Vulnerable Adults (PoVA) in a care setting
4. Define the term "abuse" distinguishing between the various patterns of abuse
5. Recognise the types of abuse and their related signs
6. Identify the range of people who may be potential abusers in given contexts
7. Describe the key points of government legislation and regulation to protect vulnerable adults
8. Explain in detail the content and implications of the "No Secrets" document
9. Explain the risk management process and its importance
10. Identify the organisational issues involved in implementing the requirements of PoVA
11. Explain the importance of reporting and whistle blowing on actual or potential abuse
12. Take personal action to, reduce the risk to and protection of, vulnerable adults in your care

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