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Safeguarding & Prevent

Course Code: CSAP
  • Level: 2
  • Qualification: Certificate
  • Course type: Part-time, Short course
  • Duration: Distance learning (you will have 12 weeks to complete the course from the date of enrolment)
  • Time of day: Flexible
  • When you'll study: Distance learning (learn at a time and pace to suit you from the comfort of your own home or workplace)

What's it all about?

In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguarding and the Prevent duty and how to include these principles in their day-to-day work practices. This level 2 course will give you a greater awareness of safeguarding and the Prevent duty, the responsibilities and procedures involved, and how to raise concerns effectively.

Course information

The course includes the following units:

  • unit 1 – understanding the Prevent duty
  • unit 2 – understanding safeguarding
  • unit 3 – understanding online safety.

Please note that this course is only available to those 19 years old or over.

There are no other specific entry requirements for this course.

You will be assessed via a portfolio of evidence.

This course will give you the skills to gain employment in the care industry, and is also an excellent qualification for those wishing to upskill. You may progress to a range of care courses at the College. https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/subject-areas/childcare-health-social-care/

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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