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Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk

Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk

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Course Overview

HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk, designed for learners developing foundational competence in recognising abuse, responding to safeguarding concerns, and supporting vulnerable individuals. The qualification introduces safeguarding frameworks, legal responsibilities, and reporting procedures aligned with international standards. Learners gain the skills required to identify risks, act appropriately, and produce audit‑ready documentation for compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk
Total Credits 10
Guided Learning Hours 20
Qualification Time 40
  1. Introduction to safeguarding principles: Purpose, scope, and international frameworks.

  2. Recognising signs of abuse and neglect: Physical, emotional, sexual, and financial indicators.

  3. Safeguarding children and young people: Legal duties, child protection policies, and reporting.

  4. Safeguarding adults at risk: Vulnerability factors, capacity issues, and protection measures.

  5. Roles and responsibilities in safeguarding: Employer duties, staff responsibilities, and multi‑agency cooperation.

  6. Responding to safeguarding concerns: Immediate actions, confidentiality, and escalation procedures.

  7. Reporting and documentation requirements: Records, forms, and audit‑ready evidence.

  8. Legal and regulatory frameworks: National legislation, international conventions, and compliance.

  9. Creating safe environments: Policies, training, and preventive measures.

  10. Practical assessments and portfolio development: Case studies, simulations, and compliance‑ready documentation.

  • Builds essential skills in safeguarding and protection

  • Strengthens ability to recognise and respond to abuse and neglect

  • Enhances compliance with organisational and regulatory safeguarding requirements

  • Provides audit‑ready documentation and practical assessment experience

  • Supports progression into Level 3 and Level 4 safeguarding qualifications

  • Employees working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults

  • Supervisors and team leaders responsible for safeguarding duties

  • Individuals seeking foundational safeguarding and protection skills

  • Learners preparing for higher‑level safeguarding and compliance qualifications

  • Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written exam and portfolio review

  • Format: MCQs, safeguarding simulations, documentation tasks, oral discussion

  • Total Questions: 40 theory plus multiple practical tasks

  • Passing Score: 70 percent

  • Duration: 6–10 weeks (100–140 hours)

  • Certification: Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Adults at Risk

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