Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care College Certificate

Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Adult Health and Social Care College Certificate Course Details This awareness session is an introduction aimed at those working in a wide range of adult Heath and Social Care settings. It introduces the important area of safeguarding individuals from abuse. It identifies different types of abuse and the signs and symptoms that might indicate abuse is occurring. It considers when individuals might be particularly vulnerable to abuse and what a learner must do if abuse is suspected or alleged. The awareness training will also explore the Mental Capacity Act, how capacity is assessed together with issues of Deprivation of Liberty, role of IMCA and will cover power of attorney Learners will attend a 6 hour workshop which will provide underpinning knowledge regarding safeguarding issues Learners will be provided with resources required on the day. A Course for All staff working in the adult health and social care sectors who are involved in the support and/or care of vulnerable adults. Entry Requirements None required. Assessment Continuous assessment throughout the day. Learning Outcome There aresixlearning outcomes. The learner will: 1Know how to recognise signs of abuse. 2Know how to respond to suspected or alleged abuse. 3Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse. 4 Understand ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse. 5Know how to recognise and report unsafe practices. 6Gain introduction to Mental Capacity Act. 7Understand issues relating to Deprivation of Liberty and Power of Attorney. Progression after Programme The underpinning knowledge from this session could be used in conjunction with the Level Two Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults).