Safeguarding Adults in health and social care.

Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care is a core course designed to help professionals protect vulnerable adults from abuse, harm, and neglect while promoting their rights, dignity, and independence. Course Description This course focuses on understanding who adults at risk are, the different forms of abuse they may experience, and the legal and professional responsibilities of health and social care workers in preventing and responding to safeguarding concerns. What the Course Covers • Understanding safeguarding What safeguarding means, why it’s important, and how it applies in health and social care settings. • Adults at risk Identifying adults who may be vulnerable due to age, disability, mental health conditions, illness, or social circumstances. • Types of abuse and neglect Including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, discriminatory, institutional abuse, neglect, and self-neglect. • Recognising signs and indicators of abuse How to spot physical, emotional, behavioural, and environmental warning signs. • Legislation and policies Key laws such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks that guide practice (UK-focused). • Roles and responsibilities Understanding what is expected of support workers, carers, nurses, social workers, and managers. • Reporting and responding to concerns How to raise a safeguarding alert, record concerns accurately, and follow organisational procedures. • Person-centred and ethical practice Respecting choice, consent, dignity, confidentiality, and empowerment while ensuring safety. • Multi-agency working How health services, social services, police, and other professionals work together to protect adults. Who the Course Is For • Support workers and care assistants • Nurses and healthcare assistants • Social workers • Senior care staff and managers • Anyone working with adults in health or social care Why the Course Is Important • Protects vulnerable adults from harm • Ensures legal and professional compliance • Builds confidence in handling safeguarding concerns • Promotes safe, respectful, and ethical care In simple terms, this course equips workers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to notice abuse early, act correctly, and keep adults safe while respecting their rights and independence.