Adult Support & Protection

Adult Support & Protection Online Training
Develop the knowledge and confidence needed to recognise, respond to, and report concerns relating to abuse, neglect, and safeguarding within healthcare and social care settings.
This Adult Support & Protection online training course is designed to help healthcare professionals and care staff understand their safeguarding responsibilities while protecting vulnerable adults and adults at risk.
Online Adult Support & Protection Training for Healthcare Staff
This online safeguarding training module provides learners with the essential knowledge needed to identify abuse, understand legal responsibilities, support vulnerable adults, and follow correct reporting procedures within healthcare and care environments.
The course explores safeguarding legislation, Mental Capacity Act principles, consent, whistleblowing, reporting concerns, and best practice approaches to protecting adults at risk.

Who Should Complete This Course?
This course is suitable for:
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Nurses
• Senior Carers
• Care Home Staff
• Domiciliary Care Staff
• Clinical Support Staff
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Team Leaders and Supervisors
• Social Care Staff
• Any staff working with vulnerable adults

Course Duration
• Approximately 1 hour online learning
• Self-paced training
• Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Certificate issued on successful completion
• 6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim
The aim of this course is to provide healthcare and care staff with the knowledge and understanding required to recognise signs of abuse, protect adults at risk, respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, and work in line with current UK safeguarding legislation and guidance.

What You Will Learn
By the end of the course learners will be able to:
• Recognise adults who may be vulnerable to abuse
• Identify signs, indicators, and patterns of abuse
• Understand factors that increase the risk of abuse
• Recognise different categories of abuse
• Understand safeguarding responsibilities within healthcare settings
• Know how to report suspected or alleged abuse
• Work in ways that minimise the risk of abuse
• Understand the principles of mental capacity and consent
• Understand the legal framework surrounding adult safeguarding
• Recognise the importance of whistleblowing and professional accountability
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Course Modules
Module 1: Who is an Adult at Risk?
Understand who may be considered vulnerable or at risk within healthcare and social care settings.

Topics include:
• Definitions of adults at risk
• Vulnerability factors
• Safeguarding responsibilities
• Supporting independence and dignity
• Identifying increased risk factors

Module 2: What is Abuse?
Learn about abuse, neglect, and safeguarding concerns affecting vulnerable adults.

Topics include:
• Definition of abuse
• Neglect and exploitation
• Harm and safeguarding concerns
• Recognising abusive behaviour
• Professional responsibilities

Module 3: Who May Be at Risk?
Explore factors that increase vulnerability and safeguarding risks.

Topics include:
• Age-related vulnerability
• Physical and mental health conditions
• Cognitive impairment
• Social isolation
• Dependency and care needs

Module 4: Categories of Abuse
Develop an understanding of the different forms of abuse experienced by adults at risk.

Topics include:
• Physical abuse
• Emotional and psychological abuse
• Financial abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Neglect and acts of omission
• Discriminatory abuse
• Organisational abuse
• Domestic abuse

Module 5: Indicators of Abuse
Learn how to recognise signs and indicators that may suggest abuse or neglect.

Topics include:
• Physical indicators
• Emotional and behavioural signs
• Financial warning signs
• Environmental concerns
• Changes in behaviour or presentation

Module 6: Patterns of Abuse
Understand how abuse can occur over time and recognise repeated safeguarding concerns.

Topics include:
• Repeated incidents
• Escalating concerns
• Grooming and coercion
• Neglect patterns
• Hidden abuse indicators

Module 7: Who May Abuse?
Explore who may be responsible for abuse and safeguarding concerns.

Topics include:
• Family members
• Care staff and professionals
• Other residents or service users
• Strangers and external individuals
• Organisational factors

Module 8: Where Abuse May Happen
Recognise where abuse and neglect may occur across healthcare and community settings.

Topics include:
• Care homes
• Hospitals
• Community settings
• Domestic environments
• Day services and supported living settings

Module 9: Restraint
Understand the legal and ethical considerations relating to restraint.

Topics include:
• Types of restraint
• Lawful and proportionate restraint
• Least restrictive approaches
• Patient dignity and safety
• Recording and reporting restraint

Module 10: Covert Medication
Learn about covert medication and the legal requirements surrounding its use.

Topics include:
• Definition of covert medication
• Mental capacity considerations
• Best interest decisions
• Legal and ethical responsibilities
• Documentation requirements

Module 11: Mental Capacity Act 2005
Develop an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and decision-making principles.

Topics include:
• Principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Assessing capacity
• Supporting decision-making
• Best interest decisions
• Deprivation of Liberty considerations

Module 12: Disclosure
Understand how to respond appropriately when someone discloses abuse or neglect.

Topics include:
• Responding to disclosures
• Listening and reassurance
• Professional boundaries
• Recording information accurately
• Escalation procedures

Module 13: Best Interests
Learn how best interest decisions support vulnerable adults who lack capacity.

Topics include:
• Best interest decision-making
• Involving families and advocates
• Supporting dignity and rights
• Least restrictive options
• Documentation requirements

Module 14: Reporting Concerns
Understand the correct procedures for reporting safeguarding concerns.

Topics include:
• Safeguarding reporting procedures
• Escalation pathways
• Recording concerns
• Multi-agency safeguarding
• Confidentiality and information sharing

Module 15: Consent
Learn the importance of consent within healthcare and safeguarding practice.

Topics include:
• Valid consent
• Capacity and consent
• Refusal of care
• Professional responsibilities
• Respecting individual rights

Module 16: Care Act and Legal Responsibilities
Understand the legal framework supporting adult safeguarding in England.

Topics include:
• Care Act safeguarding duties
• Legal responsibilities of providers
• Duty of care
• Organisational safeguarding responsibilities
• Accountability and compliance

Module 17: Whistleblowing
Explore the importance of whistleblowing and raising professional concerns.

Topics include:
• Whistleblowing procedures
• Raising concerns safely
• Professional accountability
• Protecting vulnerable adults
• Organisational responsibilities

Module 18: Case Studies
Apply safeguarding knowledge through practical healthcare scenarios.

Topics include:
• Realistic safeguarding examples
• Identifying risks and concerns
• Responding appropriately
• Reporting procedures
• Reflective learning exercises
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Assessment and Certification
Learners will complete an end of course assessment to test their understanding of adult safeguarding principles, reporting responsibilities, and legal requirements.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an Adult Support & Protection certificate.

CPD Information
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continuing professional development requirements
UK Guidance and References

This course aligns with current UK safeguarding guidance including:
• Care Act 2014
• Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Safeguarding Adults procedures
• CQC Fundamental Standards
• UK safeguarding and whistleblowing guidance

Why Choose This Course?
• Designed specifically for healthcare and social care staff
• Flexible online learning
• Supports safeguarding awareness and compliance
• Improves confidence in recognising and reporting abuse
• Covers legal and ethical safeguarding responsibilities
• Helps promote safer care environments
• Instant certification on completion

Additional Information
If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly:
• Telephone: 0208 3266 704
• Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.
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Strengthen your safeguarding knowledge, improve your confidence in recognising abuse, and help protect vulnerable adults with Adult Support & Protection online training today.



Requirements:
It is necessary to complete 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points) of relevant CPD within the three-year period since your last registration renewal or since joining the register.
Of these 35 hours (35 Nursing CPD Points), a minimum of 20 hours (20 Nursing CPD Points), should be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves engaging in activities that facilitate interaction with other professionals.