Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

In 2015-16, a total of 102,470 safeguarding enquires took place in the UK. Over 50% of these cases involved physical abuse and neglect, making these the most common cause of safeguarding alerts.

Have you ever thought about how you could help protect innocent and vulnerable people who might be suffering from abuse, harm, or neglect within the adult health and social care industry? This qualification will provide you with a thorough understanding of the importance of dignity and safeguarding, which could help reduce these shocking statistics.

This qualification is ideal for anyone who is currently working, or looking to work, in the adult health and social care sector. You should enrol in this course if you wish to learn how to identify safeguarding issues and uphold excellent care provision standards for vulnerable adults.

This course is split into four manageable units, covering topics such as:

Unit 1: Understanding safeguarding in adult health and social care

Unit 2: Principles of dignity in adult health and social care practices

Unit 3: Understanding the duty of care in adult health and social care

Unit 4: Understanding dilemmas and public concerns in adult health and social care

Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure that you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor and customer service advisor.

This course is available for Online Paper-based and Paper-based learning with online assessments.

EQUAL features:

Exciting and engaging content

Interactivity – featuring videos and games to enhance learning

Virtual tutors who offer hints, tips, and guidance throughout the course.

You will gain a nationally recognized qualification; Study will enhance personal and professional development; The program is delivered via distance learning, allowing you to choose where and when you study.

On average, the course should only take between 10-16 weeks to complete.

Personal tutors are assigned to each learner to ensure you have the necessary support needed to be successful.

As a student at Riverside College, you will be at the centre of everything we do. We have a simple ambition: We want you to reach your full potential during your valuable time with us.

We aim to provide t he very best teaching; personal tutors and teachers who really care for you; a wide range of enrichment activities from sport to trips, visits, and student clubs; additional support for those students who require extra help with their studies; a friendly, caring and safe environment with high standards at all times.

We have made significant investments in creating a state of the art vocational facilities. This ensures that you develop skills using the latest technology and equipment essential for today’s job market.