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Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent – Level 2

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Safeguarding and Prevent
Courses Code
QD2LCPRE
Study method
Part Time
Location(s)
Online Learning

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  • Is this course for you?

    The purpose of this qualification is to increase your knowledge and awareness of safeguarding, the Prevent duty, and online safety.

    This qualification is aimed at anyone who has a responsibility for safeguarding children, young people or vulnerable adults. It will be particularly useful for people working in a training / educational setting, youth workers, and those involved in the running of youth sports teams and community groups that support children and young people.

    The course also provides employers with a structured training programme that will meet the training needs of their employees, giving peace of mind that staff are equipped with the knowledge they need to promote the safety and well-being of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

  • Required qualifications

    Learners should be aged 19 and over, but otherwise there are no specific entry requirements for this programme.

  • What skills will I develop?

    As well as attaining a nationally recognised qualification upon completion, you will gain a thorough understanding of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding processes.

    The course comprises of three assessments:

    Assessment 1 – Understanding the Prevent Duty

    This assessment explores how and why the Prevent duty and British Values have become part of our everyday life. The course explains the key themes and definitions of terrorism, extremism and radicalisation and the different ways the risk of radicalisation can be recognised and reduced.

    Assessment 2 – Understanding Safeguarding

    This unit examines key legislation and explores the roles different agencies play in protecting vulnerable individuals. You will also learn how to recognise signs of abuse or harm and know how to respond if abuse is alleged, suspected or disclosed.

    Assessment 3 – Understanding Online Safety

    The final assessment concentrates on online safety. You will learn about inappropriate and illegal online activity and how to reduce the risks posed online. You will also be aware of how to spot signs and behavioural changes, in an individual, which may cause concern.

  • Careers

    By undertaking this programme, you will be able to further your own continuous professional development, improving your career prospects.

    The course is designed to raise your awareness of safeguarding, Prevent duty and online safety, including the relevant policies, procedures and support available within these areas.

    This course is particularly useful as an overall introduction to the subjects particularly if you are interested in pursuing a career within this area or are currently working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.

    You may complete other distance learning courses, which will complement your safeguarding and Prevent qualification such as L2 Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs, L2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems, Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health and Level 2 Counselling Skills.

    You may also progress on to further education qualifications, such as courses in Health and Social Care (*entry requirements may apply).

  • English and maths

    Your work will be assessed for appropriate English and maths; corrections will be identified, and any development points will be highlighted to you.

  • Other important information

    The course should be completed within 12 weeks from receiving your course materials or online password. You must complete all assessments in the agreed timescales and submit these for marking by our team of qualified tutors.

    If your course is paper-based, your course materials are sent out to you in the post and you return your assessments to us for marking. If you are studying online your course materials are uploaded to your dedicated personal learning area. Your assessments are submitted electronically and directly to your tutor.  Your tutor will then provide you with feedback along with advice and guidance to help you successfully complete the course.

    If you have a learning difficulty or difference, there is support available from our Learning Support Team. Please let us know if you would like to access this support.

    Upon successful completion of two assessments you will be awarded the CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent.

  • Is this course for you?

    The purpose of this qualification is to increase your knowledge and awareness of safeguarding, the Prevent duty, and online safety.

    This qualification is aimed at anyone who has a responsibility for safeguarding children, young people or vulnerable adults. It will be particularly useful for people working in a training / educational setting, youth workers, and those involved in the running of youth sports teams and community groups that support children and young people.

    The course also provides employers with a structured training programme that will meet the training needs of their employees, giving peace of mind that staff are equipped with the knowledge they need to promote the safety and well-being of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

  • Required qualifications

    Learners should be aged 19 and over, but otherwise there are no specific entry requirements for this programme.

  • What skills will I develop?

    As well as attaining a nationally recognised qualification upon completion, you will gain a thorough understanding of the Prevent Duty and safeguarding processes.

    The course comprises of three assessments:

    Assessment 1 – Understanding the Prevent Duty

    This assessment explores how and why the Prevent duty and British Values have become part of our everyday life. The course explains the key themes and definitions of terrorism, extremism and radicalisation and the different ways the risk of radicalisation can be recognised and reduced.

    Assessment 2 – Understanding Safeguarding

    This unit examines key legislation and explores the roles different agencies play in protecting vulnerable individuals. You will also learn how to recognise signs of abuse or harm and know how to respond if abuse is alleged, suspected or disclosed.

    Assessment 3 – Understanding Online Safety

    The final assessment concentrates on online safety. You will learn about inappropriate and illegal online activity and how to reduce the risks posed online. You will also be aware of how to spot signs and behavioural changes, in an individual, which may cause concern.

  • Careers

    By undertaking this programme, you will be able to further your own continuous professional development, improving your career prospects.

    The course is designed to raise your awareness of safeguarding, Prevent duty and online safety, including the relevant policies, procedures and support available within these areas.

    This course is particularly useful as an overall introduction to the subjects particularly if you are interested in pursuing a career within this area or are currently working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.

    You may complete other distance learning courses, which will complement your safeguarding and Prevent qualification such as L2 Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs, L2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems, Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health and Level 2 Counselling Skills.

    You may also progress on to further education qualifications, such as courses in Health and Social Care (*entry requirements may apply).

  • English and maths

    Your work will be assessed for appropriate English and maths; corrections will be identified, and any development points will be highlighted to you.

  • Other important information

    The course should be completed within 12 weeks from receiving your course materials or online password. You must complete all assessments in the agreed timescales and submit these for marking by our team of qualified tutors.

    If your course is paper-based, your course materials are sent out to you in the post and you return your assessments to us for marking. If you are studying online your course materials are uploaded to your dedicated personal learning area. Your assessments are submitted electronically and directly to your tutor.  Your tutor will then provide you with feedback along with advice and guidance to help you successfully complete the course.

    If you have a learning difficulty or difference, there is support available from our Learning Support Team. Please let us know if you would like to access this support.

    Upon successful completion of two assessments you will be awarded the CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent.

Testimonials

Leah Silverwood Safeguarding and Prevent Certificate

"If you're interested in safeguarding or work in a setting that it could be useful, I would definitely recommend having a look at the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and the Prevent Duty through South Staffordshire College's online distance learning"

Leah Silverwood

Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent – Level 2

Nicki Truman

"Your assessor for this qualification is highly trained and skilled in supporting vulnerable young people and adults, particularly in the areas of safeguarding and prevent. "

Nicola Truman

South Staffordshire College

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  • Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Level 2 (LF)

    Online Learning

    Start Date: Start Any Time

    Code: QXD2LCPRE

    Part Time: 12 Weeks

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