QNUK Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults in a Health and Social Care Setting

Safeguarding isn’t just a policy — it’s a duty. Whether you’re supporting older people, adults with disabilities, or anyone at risk, understanding how to spot and respond to concerns is vital. The QNUK Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care provides a solid foundation in safeguarding responsibilities, rights, and actions for anyone working in a health or care environment.

Mapped to Standard 10 of the Care Certificate, this course helps learners understand how and when to take action, promotes dignity and respect, and reinforces the importance of working in partnership with others to protect vulnerable adults. The content is clear, respectful, and practical — because protecting people means more than ticking boxes.

Who is the Course For?

This course is designed for:

• Health and social care workers in residential, domiciliary or clinical settings
• Volunteers or support staff in adult care roles
• Anyone who needs an understanding of safeguarding vulnerable adults as part of their work

If your role involves working with adults at risk, this course is essential knowledge.

Syllabus

• Key principles of legislation, codes of practice and policies which relate to the safeguarding of adults at risk
• Roles and responsibilities of those safeguarding and protecting individuals
• Why an individual may be vulnerable to harm or abuse
• Common types of abuse
• Characteristics of different types of abuse
• Promoting an individual’s dignity and rights
• Importance of individualised, person centred care
• Ways in which individuals can be supported in keeping themselves safe.
• Sources of information and advice related to the prevention and protection of individuals
• How to report cases of suspected abuse
• Agencies with which information may be shared
• The importance of multi-agency working

Prerequisite

• Learners must be 18 years or over
• Recommended minimum of Level 1 literacy or equivalent
• No prior safeguarding training required

Course Duration

• 6 guided learning hours (contact hours)
• Good Skills Training normally deliver this course over 1-day, 09:30 – 16:30

Course Certification

This qualification is an OFQUAL qualification awarded by QNUK and aligned to Care Certificate Standard 10.

Qualification Code

603/1398/5

Delivery Type

• Face-to-Face (at your site or ours)
• Remote Learning via Microsoft Teams (live, tutor-led)

Maximum Learners Per Tutor

16 learners — to allow for discussion, interaction, and meaningful engagement.

Assessment Method

Multiple choice exam paper.

Re-Qualification

There is no formal expiry, but regular CPD is recommended. Many care settings require refresher training every 1–3 years, so check your employer’s policy.

Booking a course

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