Social Care
Safeguarding Adults Online Course
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 recognised by employers, the Care Quality Commission, and local safeguarding partnerships across the UK.
Your Safeguarding Adults certificate is included in the £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, along with 130+ other CPD accredited courses. One payment, 12 months of access, no subscription.
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.
| Duration | 2-3 hours, self-paced |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CPD Accredited, instant download |
| Price | £35 licence covering all 130+ courses |
| Access | 12 months, any device, unlimited retakes |
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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. Your £35 licence covers this course and 130+ others, all CPD accredited, with 12 months of access.
What this course costs elsewhere
| Comparison | Typical single certificate | Chefs Bay Academy licence, all 130+ courses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £10-£40 per course, usually + VAT | £35 once, VAT included |
| Covers | One course | All 130+ courses |
| Access | Typically 60-90 days | 12 months, one person |
| Retakes | Often charged again | Unlimited, any course |
| Refunds | Varies by provider | Full refund within 14 days, if no certificate downloaded |
Market range from provider price lists, checked August 2026. £35 is the whole licence, covering all 130+ courses for 12 months, not a per-course price.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Safeguarding Adults
- The Six Principles of Safeguarding
- Types of Abuse and Neglect
- Recognising Signs and Indicators of Abuse
- Responding to Concerns and Disclosures
- Making Safeguarding Referrals
- The Care Act 2014 and Legal Framework
- Your Role and Responsibilities in Safeguarding
Who Needs This Course
Care workers, support workers, nurses, social workers, healthcare assistants, and anyone working in health, social care, or community settings who has a duty to safeguard adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
Your Certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download as a PDF the same day, with your name and the course title on it. Print it, email it to a manager, or attach it to a CV.
- PDF download, same day you pass
- CPD accredited by The CPD Certification Service
- Retake the assessment as often as you need
These are training courses, not Ofqual-regulated qualifications. Read how our accreditation works.
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Safeguarding Adults
Want the background before you start? Read our guide: Safeguarding training: who needs it and what it covers
Care settings that need safeguarding-aware staff hire DBS-checked kitchen staff through Chefs Bay, our sister agency.
Start Learning in 2 Minutes
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Buy Your Licence
One payment of £35 for all 130+ courses, 12 months. No subscriptions, no hidden fees.
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Get Instant Access
Login details arrive by email, and the confirmation page has a set-up link so you can start straight away.
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Complete Courses
Work at your own pace on any device. All 130+ courses unlocked.
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Download Certificates
CPD accredited certificates ready for your employer or CV.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Safeguarding Adults plus 130+ more courses, all CPD accredited. One person, 12 months, no subscription.
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