Safeguarding Adults at Risk Advanced
Advanced safeguarding adults training helps your team care for adults at risk and keep them safe from abuse. They gain a greater understanding of the processes and procedures involved when a safeguarding concern is raised. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Care for adults at risk and understand the safeguarding process
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand who needs safeguarding
- Know who a person at risk is
- Know whose responsibility it is to safeguard
- Be aware of the structures and agencies involved in safeguarding adults
- Understand risk factors for abuse
- Understand the relevance of the safeguarding legislations
- Be aware of all the different types of abuse
- Recognise signs of abuse
- Recognise a potential abuser
- Understand the whistleblowing procedure
- Know what to do in the event of a disclosure
- Know how to report abuse
- Understand how safeguarding referrals are processed
- Be aware of your responsibilities during the referral process
- Recognise your responsibilities during safeguarding enquiries and investigations
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Adults at Risk
- Facts and statistics
- What is safeguarding?
- Who is safeguarding aimed at?
- Who is an adult at risk?
- Additional risk factors
- Risk of harm in care and at home
Safeguarding Responsibilities
- Who is responsible for safeguarding?
- Who are local services?
- Powers and responsibilities
- The six safeguarding key principles
- Making Safeguarding Personal
Legislation
- The Care Act 2014
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Duty of Candour
- Data Protection Act 2018
- Equality Act 2010
- Human Rights Act 1998
- Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 / DBS
- Public Interest Disclosure Act (PIDA) 1998
- The Care Standards Act 2000
- Domestic Abuse Act 2021
- Health and Care Act 2022
Recognising Abuse
- Categories of abuse
- Physical abuse
- Discriminatory abuse
- Financial & material abuse
- Organisational/institutional abuse
- Neglect and omission
- Self-neglect
- Domestic abuse
- Modern slavery
- Intellectual and verbal abuse
The Abuser
- What does an abuser look like?
- Risk factors of being an abuser
- Can you prevent a potential abuser from abusing?
Reporting Abuse and Disclosure
- Disclosure
- When someone discloses to you
- Why victims don’t always disclose
- Whistleblowing — reporting the abuse
- Why staff are afraid of whistleblowing
Referrals
- Action of adult social care on receiving a referral
- Assessment of risk and urgency
- Medical assessments
- Consultation with police
- What happens next
Enquiries and Investigations
- Aims of the safeguarding enquiry
- Progressing the enquiry
- Involving and informing the adult
- Where staff are implicated
- Evidence gathering in criminal cases
- Investigator’s reports
Additional Responsibilities for Senior Staff and Nurses
- Safeguarding Adults Boards
- Right to independent advocacy
- The NMC Code — registered nurses
- Notifying CQC
- Learning disability and autism training
Keep exploring
Related mandatory courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Safeguarding Adults at Risk Advanced course?
It runs as a full day – 6 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Safeguarding Adults at Risk Advanced training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our mandatory training range. Also explore clinical training and first aid courses.