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Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (POVA)

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Overview - Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (POVA)

This e-learning course looks at the issues relating to safeguarding adults including notable drivers that have helped shape the UK's approach towards safeguarding adults. It is aimed at anyone who comes into contact with vulnerable adults during the course of their work.

This course includes scenarios to help you to think about what you would do in a given situation.

On completion of this module learners will be able to:

  • Apply the external policies and procedures that relate to safeguarding adults
  • Explain who is covered by the term vulnerable adult
  • Identify signs and indicators of abuse
  • Know who to go to if you have concerns
  • Create a safe environment

Please note this module was reviewed and updated May 2010.

Lesson Plan

  • Welcome and Learning Objectives
  • Relevant Regulations
  • Definitions and Useful Terms
  • Roles & Responsibilities

Accreditation

The content of this course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines

Certification

On completion of this course you will be able to download a Virtual College certificate.

Duration

Approximately 2 hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like, and there is no limit on how long you can take to do the course.

Target Audience

This module is aimed at anyone who comes into contact with vulnerable adults.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Testimonials

"I liked the ease at which the course is accessed, how it was interactive and the course was fairly priced for what is gained"
ML, Welsh Ambulance Service 29/04/2009

"Very informative"
MJ, Incommunities 09/04/2009

"Very polite and helpful staff"
HT, 1ST Choice Homecare 20/03/2009

Cost

£30.00 + VAT (£36.00 inc. VAT)

Discounts are available for multiple purchases - phone 01943 605976, or email info@virtual-college.co.uk for details

£30.00+ vat
for full package
Discounts
Available for purchases of 10 or more courses. They are automatically calculated when you add courses to your cart.
Corporate Purchasers
If you have 10 or more learners and want to track their progress or, for details of how we can help you with a corporate e-learning solution, please contact us
On average this course contributes

2 hours

towards your CPD

Testimonials
"Clear and conducive
to learning"
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