Course Duration: 45+ minutes
This CPD-certified Safeguarding Adults Level 1 Training course provides users with an understanding of the main concepts and principles of safeguarding.
The course is designed for those who work in settings which may bring them into contact with vulnerable adults, but do not work directly with them. The course provides an understanding of abuse, how to identify abuse and what to do if you suspect abuse is occurring.
| Course Duration | 45+ minutes |
|---|---|
| Approval body | CPD |
| Format | Fully online |
| Assessment | Multiple choice |
| Certification | Same-day digital certificate |
| Certificate Valid For | 3 years |
This course contains the following sections:
Provides an overview of what safeguarding adults means and why it’s important.
Covers legislation addressing safeguarding and its key principles.
Defines abuse and explains why it can be difficult to understand how or why it happens.
Explains what is considered physical abuse with a range of examples.
Defines sexual abuse and provides examples.
Explain what emotional or psychological abuse is and provide examples.
Explains what is meant by modern slavery and discusses some of its major examples.
Defines financial or material abuse and provides examples.
Explains what is meant by neglect or acts of omission with examples.
Defines organisational abuse and provides a real-life example.
Explains self-neglect and provides examples.
Explains what is considered domestic abuse and provides some of its types and examples.
Explains what is bullying and harassment, the difference between the two, and the effects bullying and harassment can have on a victim.
Discusses forms of bullying and harassment with examples.
Outlines physical, behavioural, emotional, financial, and other signs of abuse to keep an eye out for.
Explains what to do if you belive you have spotted the signs of abuse.
The course certificate includes:
A CPD-certified Safeguarding Adults Level 1 Training certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
A score of 80% is required to pass.
Safeguarding vulnerable adults is a legal responsibility. Anyone who works with or around adults at risk must understand their duties under the Care Act 2014 and related guidance. Duties include knowing how to spot the signs of abuse or neglect and raising concerns through the correct channels.
This Level 1 training course provides the essential knowledge staff need. It covers the basics of adult safeguarding, including principles, types of abuse, warning signs and reporting concerns. It’s designed to meet legal requirements for employees across sectors such as health, social care, education and housing.
Completing this course will help you meet legal duties and protect vulnerable adults. It supports legal compliance, strengthens organisational safeguarding arrangements and ensures staff are able to recognise and act on concerns. Users who complete the course will be better equipped to meet their safeguarding duties and protect adults at risk.
This online Safeguarding Adults Level 1 Training course is designed for staff who may come into contact with vulnerable adults during their work but do not provide direct care or support. It’s suitable for roles such as administrators, maintenance staff and transport workers in health and social care settings — anyone who may notice signs of abuse or neglect while carrying out their duties.
The course introduces the core principles of adult safeguarding and the legal framework that underpins it. It explores different forms of abuse, including neglect, bullying, harassment and modern slavery, and explains how to recognise warning signs, respond to concerns, and follow safeguarding policies and procedures.
Completing this course helps your organisation meet its safeguarding responsibilities. It gives staff the awareness needed to recognise abuse and take the appropriate steps, strengthening safeguarding arrangements and reducing the risk of harm going unnoticed.
Safeguarding Adults Level 1 is an introductory course that covers the basics of adult safeguarding. It explains how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation, and how to respond appropriately. The course is aimed at staff who may come into contact with vulnerable adults during their work but do not provide direct care or support.
Those who have regular, direct contact with vulnerable adults should see our Safeguarding Adults Level 2 training course.
Yes. It’s recommended that safeguarding training is refreshed every three years to keep knowledge up to date. (Our training certificates are valid for three years in line with this guidance.) However, some organisations may require more frequent training based on their own policies and safeguarding procedures.
This training is suitable for individuals who may encounter vulnerable adults as part of their work. Suitable roles include:
The training certificate is valid for three years. After this, it’s necessary to retake the training to renew your certification and refresh your knowledge.
Yes. This course is certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service.
The course is priced at £35 + VAT for a single trainee. Discounted rates are available for bulk purchases. Click on ‘Discount’ beneath the ‘Buy Now’ button for more details.
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