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Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults Course

Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF)

Our Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who work with, support or have responsibility for the welfare of children, young people or vulnerable adults.

This one-day course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles, helping them recognise signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation, understand their safeguarding responsibilities and respond appropriately to concerns.

By developing safeguarding knowledge and confidence, learners can help create safer environments and ensure that concerns are identified, reported and managed in accordance with safeguarding best practice.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults course is ideal for:

  • Teachers and school staff
  • Early years and childcare professionals
  • Childminders and nursery practitioners
  • Healthcare and social care workers
  • Charity and voluntary sector staff
  • Sports coaches and activity leaders
  • Youth workers
  • Foster carers and support workers
  • Anyone with safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role


No previous safeguarding training is required.

What Will You Learn?

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of safeguarding and protection
  • Recognise the signs and indicators of abuse, neglect and exploitation
  • Identify different types of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial and discriminatory abuse
  • Understand the factors that may increase vulnerability and risk
  • Recognise the importance of safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures
  • Understand individual roles and responsibilities in safeguarding
  • Know how to respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and disclosures
  • Understand the importance of accurate recording, reporting and information sharing
  • Recognise the importance of professional boundaries
  • Understand how to contribute to a culture of safeguarding within an organisation
  • Promote the welfare and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults

Assessment and Certification

Assessment is carried out through successful completion of the qualification assessment and participation throughout the course.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive the Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults, an accredited qualification.

There is no requirement to renew this qualification. However, refresher training is recommended to ensure safeguarding knowledge remains current and aligned with best practice and legislative developments.

Course Duration

  • 1 day (9:00am–5:00pm)
  • Classroom-based training
  • Delivered by experienced and qualified safeguarding trainers

Course Prices and Dates

Course prices vary depending on the number of learners, course location and delivery requirements.

For current prices, availability and upcoming course dates, please email info@seffirstaidassistance.co.uk and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Alternatively, you can call us on 01422 292155 or complete the enquiry form on our Contact Us page if you prefer.

We aim to respond to all email enquiries as quickly as possible.

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