Course overview
Build a thorough understanding of your safeguarding responsibilities with this CPD accredited safeguarding adults training course, designed for anyone who works with or supports adults at risk of abuse or neglect. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and the Care Act 2014 established a clear legal framework for protecting adults who have care and support needs and may be unable to protect themselves from abuse or neglect. This course equips you with the knowledge to recognise the different categories of abuse — including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and organisational abuse, as well as neglect, self-neglect, and modern slavery — and to respond appropriately when concerns arise. You will learn about the six principles of safeguarding (empowerment, prevention, proportionality, protection, partnership, and accountability), how to handle disclosures sensitively, the correct procedures for making a safeguarding referral to the local authority, and the role of Safeguarding Adults Boards. The course also covers the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its relevance to safeguarding decisions. This training is suitable for staff working in health and social care, community services, housing, education, and any setting where adults at risk may be present. Upon completion, you will receive a CPD accredited certificate showing the course you have completed.
Safeguarding Adults at a glance
Safeguarding Adults is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 2-3 hours to complete.
The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Entry type | Course |
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| Provider status | Published |
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| Duration | 2-3 hours, self-paced |
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| Certificate | CPD Accredited, download after passing |
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| Study and retakes | Any device, unlimited retakes within your chosen access period. |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK
hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside.
This course is included in the training bundle, with 12, 24 or 36 months
of access for one person. Certificate information is listed for this course above.
Frequently asked questions
Is safeguarding adults training mandatory?
Under the Care Act 2014 in England, organisations that work with adults at risk must make sure staff can recognise and respond to abuse and neglect. Safeguarding training is how most employers in care, health, and support roles evidence that staff are competent to do this.
What level of safeguarding adults training is this?
This is an awareness-level course suitable for most frontline staff and volunteers who come into contact with adults at risk. Designated safeguarding leads and managers usually need additional higher-level training on top of awareness.
What does safeguarding adults training cover?
It covers the types and signs of abuse and neglect, who counts as an adult at risk, the legal framework including the Care Act 2014, how to respond to a disclosure, and how and when to raise a safeguarding concern.
Who needs safeguarding adults training?
Anyone working with adults at risk, including care and support workers, nurses, social care staff, housing and community workers, and volunteers. Many roles require it before you start and as a regular refresher.
