Safeguarding Adults

Course prices
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Course overview
This Safeguarding Adults eLearning course from Highfield offers a vital foundation in recognising, preventing, and responding to abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults. The course frames safeguarding within both physical and online settings, enabling learners to understand how digital environments, social media, and care contexts can intersect with risk.
 
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Describe the role, responsibilities and rights relevant to safeguarding adults
Identify different types and indicators of abuse, neglect, exploitation or harm
Understand how mental health, physical health, social factors and life circumstances can increase vulnerability
Explain the relevant legislation, policies and safeguarding principles
Recognise signs of abuse, abuse patterns and risk factors
Know how to respond appropriately and report concerns
Understand how safeguarding applies in online and social media contexts
Be aware of pathways for support, referral, and multi-agency working
Ideal participants
 
This course is suitable for:
Staff, volunteers, carers, or managers in health & social care settings
Anyone who comes into contact with adults who may be at risk
New recruits, current staff seeking refresher training, or those updating their safeguarding skills
 
Format & duration
Self-paced online modules accessible via Highfield’s Learning Management System
Interactive content, case studies, and scenario-based learning
Knowledge checks or quizzes built into modules
Approximate completion time: 1 to 2 hours (depending on learner pace and prior knowledge)
 
Assessment & Certification
Learners must pass module quizzes or assessments (e.g. multiple choice)
On successful completion, a Highfield eLearning certificate is awarded—downloadable and printable
Certificates can be used for compliance, audits, or proof of continuing professional development (CPD)
 
Why choose this course?
Developed by subject matter experts to Highfield’s quality standards
Engaging content and scenario-driven learning to embed real understanding
Flexible access so staff can train when it suits them
Digital tracking and certificate management for organisations