Protection of At-Risk Adults Online Course - Xpertlearning

About this course:

This course is suitable to provide a general awareness of safeguarding responsibilities in the workplace, recognisepotential safeguarding concerns, and be able to act upon them appropriately.

The objective of this course is to ensure every adult is protected from abuse and can exercise their basic human rightirrespective of race, religion, gender or location. If you aspire to or already work in the health and social caresectors, you will need to learn about the legislation as well as the nuances of the subject matter. The course providesan in-depth overview of how to tackle safeguarding issues and help adults preserve their basic rights.

Not all abuse can be seen because not all mistreatment is physical and this course helps you understand when and how tomake assumptions regarding abuse. We trace the roots of abuse and neglect, which can appear in many forms, and describethe types and possible indicators of various types of abuse: physical, emotional, sexual, domestic, discriminatory andfinancial. Older people suffering abuse can be afraid and embarrassed to talk about it so we show you how to spot signsof abuse in older people. We discuss the importance of communication in care settings in detail. Communication isdefined by more than the words we use and we cover different channels, including verbal, non-verbal and writtencommunication. The course also demonstrates how listening and paying attention plays an important role in handlingcomplaints from either the client or their family.

What Will You Learn?

• Identify and Address Adult Mistreatment
• Grasp the concepts of vulnerability and risk factors among adults in various settings.
• Recognize the importance of safeguarding as a proactive approach to ensuring the well-being of at-risk adults.
• Navigate Legislation and Ethical Responsibilities for Comprehensive Protection
• Explore the legal frameworks and ethical obligations that guide safeguarding practices for both adults and children.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities of professionals in social care, teaching, and related fields.