Train staff to recognise and respond to safeguarding risks
Equip every team member with the necessary depth of safeguarding knowledge. Ensure compliance with Level 1, 2 or Designated Lead courses, delivered fully online and certified by CPD.
Safeguarding Training Courses
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Every Human Focus course is independently reviewed and certified to ensure accuracy, legal compliance and relevance to industry standards. You get training that helps build capability, supports compliance and delivers credentials your workforce and regulators can trust.
Why Choose Human Focus
Human Focus is a leading health and safety training provider, offering a wide range of online courses that provide guidance for both general and specific work areas. Online training offers benefits such as:
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About Our Safeguarding Courses
We offer safeguarding training courses specific to working with children and adults. Both pathways offer comprehensive and up-to-date training to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to recognise, prevent, and respond effectively to instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in their field.
Why is Safeguarding training Important?
In England, 541,535 concerns of vulnerable adult abuse were raised during 2021-22, according to the National Health Service (NHS). Figures are similar for children. According to the NSPCC, about half a million children in the UK suffer from abuse every year. These statistics emphasise the need for proactive measures to address abuse and safeguard vulnerable individuals.
Safeguarding training teaches users to identify signs of abuse and take appropriate action to prevent harm and ensure the safety and well-being of those at risk. By raising awareness, developing knowledge and promoting a culture of vigilance, these courses play a significant role in breaking the cycle of abuse and protecting vulnerable children and adults.
Are You Aware of Your Responsibilities?
Every individual who comes into contact with a child or vulnerable adult has a responsibility and a role to help keep them safe. If your work involves interacting with or providing services to vulnerable children and adults in the UK, you must understand the relevant safeguarding laws and regulations.
Legislation that underpins the responsibilities for safeguarding children includes:
- The Children Act 1989
- Equality Act 2010
- Children and Families Act 2014
- The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child 1992
- The Human Rights Act 1998
- Keeping Children Safe in Education 2019
- Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018
- The Children and Social Work Act 2017
- The Education Act 2002
Legislation related to safeguarding vulnerable adults includes:
- Care Act 2014
- Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006
- Health and Social Care Act 2012
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Equality Act 2010
- Human Rights Act 1998
- Data Protection Act 2018
- Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998
Our safeguarding training courses are designed for those who work with children and vulnerable adults, such as teachers, school staff, volunteers and social workers. Participants will receive a safeguarding training certificate after successfully completing each e-Learning programme.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Safeguarding courses are programmes designed to train anyone working with children and vulnerable individuals at risk of abuse, neglect, or harm.
Safeguarding training is structured into three distinct levels. Level one serves as an introductory course to familiarise individuals with basic safeguarding principles. Level two is designed for individuals needing a more advanced understanding of safeguarding, especially those regularly in close contact with vulnerable children or adults. The next level is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training that provides a comprehensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of a DSL.
Poor practice in safeguarding refers to actions or behaviours that fall below expected standards when working with children or vulnerable adults. This may not always be deliberate abuse, but it can create risks or allow harm to occur. Examples include:
Failing to follow safeguarding procedures (e.g. not reporting concerns or delays in reporting)
Ignoring signs of abuse or neglect
Breaching confidentiality inappropriately
Using inappropriate language or behaviour
Not maintaining professional boundaries
Inadequate supervision or lack of staff training
Poor practice undermines trust, weakens safeguarding systems, and may allow abuse or harm to continue unchallenged. Staff must understand what constitutes poor practice to avoid mistakes and uphold their legal and ethical responsibilities.
To get your training certificate, you must participate in the course content and pass all assessments. All courses are online, and assessments are usually multiple choice, depending on the level of training you’re completing. After you’ve completed the necessary assessments, you’ll be able to download and print your certificate immediately.
Yes. Our safeguarding courses are certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certification service.
It is recommended that you refresh your training at least every two years to ensure your knowledge stays current with safeguarding best practices and legislation.
Online safeguarding courses offer flexibility, accessibility and cost-effectiveness. You can complete any course at your own pace and from anywhere with internet access. Online learning is also generally more affordable as it avoids the overheads of in-person training.
Discounted rates are available for bulk purchases. Click on ‘Discount’ beneath the ‘Buy Now’ button for more details.
Poor practice in safeguarding refers to actions, behaviours or omissions that do not meet expected standards when working with children or vulnerable adults. While not always intentional or malicious, poor practice can compromise safety, enable harm, or weaken trust in safeguarding systems.
Examples include:
Not reporting safeguarding concerns or delaying reports
Dismissing or ignoring signs of abuse, neglect or exploitation
Breaching confidentiality without a valid justification
Using inappropriate or discriminatory language
Failing to maintain professional boundaries
Providing inadequate supervision or support
Not keeping safeguarding knowledge or training up to date
Poor practice increases the risk of harm and may breach legal or organisational responsibilities. Staff must understand these risks and follow proper safeguarding procedures to maintain a safe and protective environment.
Yes. Our Bespoke Training Solutions allow you to convert your internal content into professional, task-specific online safety training. Get in touch to learn more.
Yes. Discounted rates are available for bulk purchases. Click on ‘Discount’ beneath the ‘Buy Now’ button for more details.
