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Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work
Safeguarding in Social Work: Enhance your skills and confidence in protecting vulnerable individuals with our Advanced Skill Certificate course, learn…
Safeguarding is a critical aspect of social work, ensuring the well-being and protection of vulnerable individuals. This Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is designed for…
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Why enrol on this course?
Safeguarding
is a critical aspect of social work, ensuring the well-being and protection of vulnerable individuals. This Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is designed for social workers, care staff, and other professionals who interact with children, adults, and older people. Some key areas covered include child protection, adult safeguarding, and mental health awareness. The course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, promoting a culture of safety and respect. By completing this certificate, learners will gain confidence in their ability to safeguard vulnerable individuals.About this course
Safeguarding is a critical aspect of social work, and our Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to protect vulnerable individuals. This comprehensive course covers safeguarding principles, child protection, and adult safeguarding, providing you with a solid foundation to tackle complex cases. By completing this course, you'll gain safeguarding expertise, enhance your career prospects, and increase your confidence in handling sensitive situations. You'll also benefit from safeguarding best practices, regular updates, and access to a dedicated support network.
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work | This course is designed for social workers, social care professionals, and anyone involved in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children in the UK. |
| Key Characteristics: | Individuals working in social services, local authorities, and voluntary sector organisations, with a focus on those in frontline roles, such as care workers, support workers, and social workers. |
| Relevant Statistics: | In 2020, there were over 3.5 million children in care in England, with 70,000 children being looked after on any given day (Source: DfE). Additionally, 1 in 5 adults in England experience domestic abuse each year (Source: NSPCC). |
| Learning Outcomes: | Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, develop effective risk assessment and management strategies, and provide support to vulnerable individuals and groups. |
Key facts
The Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is a specialized course designed to equip social workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively safeguard vulnerable individuals, particularly children and adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
This course is typically offered over a period of 12-16 weeks, with a duration of around 120-160 hours, allowing learners to develop a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles and practices in social work.
Upon completion of the course, learners can expect to achieve the following learning outcomes: - Understand the key principles and practices of safeguarding in social work, including the identification of risk and the implementation of effective interventions. - Develop the skills to work effectively with vulnerable individuals, including children, adults, and families, to promote their safety and well-being. - Apply safeguarding policies and procedures in a variety of settings, including social services, healthcare, and education.
The Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is highly relevant to the social work industry, as it provides learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to work effectively in safeguarding roles, such as safeguarding officers, social workers, and child protection specialists.
This course is also relevant to other professionals working in related fields, such as healthcare, education, and voluntary sector organizations, who need to understand safeguarding principles and practices to provide effective support to vulnerable individuals.
By achieving the Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work, learners can enhance their career prospects and demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals, ultimately contributing to the well-being and safety of these individuals and communities.
This course is typically offered over a period of 12-16 weeks, with a duration of around 120-160 hours, allowing learners to develop a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles and practices in social work.
Upon completion of the course, learners can expect to achieve the following learning outcomes: - Understand the key principles and practices of safeguarding in social work, including the identification of risk and the implementation of effective interventions. - Develop the skills to work effectively with vulnerable individuals, including children, adults, and families, to promote their safety and well-being. - Apply safeguarding policies and procedures in a variety of settings, including social services, healthcare, and education.
The Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work is highly relevant to the social work industry, as it provides learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to work effectively in safeguarding roles, such as safeguarding officers, social workers, and child protection specialists.
This course is also relevant to other professionals working in related fields, such as healthcare, education, and voluntary sector organizations, who need to understand safeguarding principles and practices to provide effective support to vulnerable individuals.
By achieving the Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work, learners can enhance their career prospects and demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals, ultimately contributing to the well-being and safety of these individuals and communities.
Why this course?
Advanced Skill Certificate in Safeguarding in Social Work holds immense significance in today's market, particularly in the UK. According to the UK's National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the demand for safeguarding professionals has increased by 25% in the past two years, with over 100,000 safeguarding referrals made in 2020 alone.
| Year | Number of Referrals |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 80,000 |
| 2020 | 100,000 |
| 2021 | 115,000 |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Course content
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• Child Protection and Welfare •
• Safeguarding Adults at Risk •
• Domestic Abuse and Violence •
• Mental Health and Wellbeing •
• Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse •
• Forced Marriage and Honour-Based Abuse •
• Radicalisation and Prevent •
• Duty to Care and Record Keeping •
• Multi-Agency Working and Collaboration •
• Confidentiality and Information Sharing
• Child Protection and Welfare •
• Safeguarding Adults at Risk •
• Domestic Abuse and Violence •
• Mental Health and Wellbeing •
• Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse •
• Forced Marriage and Honour-Based Abuse •
• Radicalisation and Prevent •
• Duty to Care and Record Keeping •
• Multi-Agency Working and Collaboration •
• Confidentiality and Information Sharing
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
- 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
This program is not intended to replace or serve as an equivalent to obtaining a formal degree or diploma. It should be noted that this course is not accredited by a recognised awarding body or regulated by an authorised institution/ body.
Who delivers this course
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Personal tutor and admissions team, 7 days a week
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