Safeguarding Adults Level 2 Course
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Our Safeguarding Adults Level 2 course explores the signs and symptoms of abuse and how to reduce this risk of abuse. Discover what to do if abuse is suspected as well as the importance of whistleblowing and multi-agency cooperation.
Course Level: Level 2
8 Modules (Duration: 3 CPD Points)
Accreditation: CPD Certified
Certificate: Self-Printed Certificate
Last Updated: 17th October 2025
Description
When it comes to safeguarding adults and minimising the risk of abuse and neglect, there are a number of important responsibilities involved for those who may encounter vulnerable adults within their role.
Our safeguarding adults level 2 training addresses these responsibilities and gives learners a deeper understanding of key safeguarding topics, enabling them to apply the knowledge to their workplace.
It introduces safeguarding as a topic, covering jargon, multi-agency working and best practice, as well as explaining how to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, what to do if someone discloses information, and what you should do if you suspect a vulnerable adult is being abused.
We also offer Safeguarding Adults Training at Level 3
Unsure if you require Level 2 or 3 Safeguarding Adults training? Check out our short guide to find the course that best matches your needs and requirements here.
It is a statutory requirement for anyone who works with vulnerable adults to have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding policies, legislation and guidance so they can proactively focus on keeping them safe from harm and maintain the ability to act on any concerns about their safety and welfare.
This course comprises twenty components, including an overview of safeguarding, definitions of specific terms and jargon, multi-agency working, the types of abuse and how to recognise it.
This course also covers key topics such as FGM, trafficking, and safer recruitment to ensure learners have a well-rounded understanding of key safeguarding areas. This ensures learners are equipped with the knowledge need to spot potential abuse in a wide range of forms.
As we recognise that roles and responsibilities differ, the information in the course regarding how to deal with abuse is tailored to the needs of a Level 2 learner. We have used immersive real-world scenarios to bring the responsibilities to life, enabling the learners to apply the techniques and learning in their workplace.
What you'll learn
- Understand why safeguarding is important
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of abuse
- Know what to do if an adult discloses information
- Know how to help adults who you suspect are subject to abuse
- Recognising and reporting unsafe practices
- Understand the importance of multi-agency working
- Understand the roles of agencies in multi-agency working
Suitable for
- Safeguarding teams
- Reception managers
- GP Practice safeguarding administrators
- GP practice managers
- Clinic reception managers
- Healthcare students
- Healthcare professionals
Course Structure
The course starts by explaining what safeguarding is, the aims of safeguarding adults and looks at some of the legisltation that underpins it. It also looks at when and how abuse can happen and what adults at risk means. The training includes an interactive challenge to check your knowledge.
Certification
Self-Printed Certificate Option
Upon completion of the course, a digital certificate will be available to download instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Level 2 Safeguarding courses are designed for those who regularly come into contact with vulnerable adults such as teachers, doctors, nurses and many more. Level 2 Safeguarding training will give you in depth knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation.
We offer Level 2 Safeguarding training courses for Adults, Children and Everyone. Our CPD approved courses are delivered online and take around 1-2 hours to complete.
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