The Abuse and Neglect Awareness eLearning course provides learners with an introduction to abuse and neglect, including how to recognise potential signs and indicators, understand different forms of abuse and respond appropriately to concerns.

The course explores individual responsibilities in relation to safeguarding, factors that may increase a person's vulnerability, and the importance of recognising and reporting concerns through appropriate workplace procedures. It also considers how individuals can contribute to creating safer environments and supporting people who may be at risk.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees who may work with or support vulnerable individuals.
• Health, care and support workers.
• Employees working in community or service-based roles.
• Managers and supervisors with safeguarding responsibilities.
• New starters requiring introductory safeguarding awareness.
• Anyone who would benefit from a greater understanding of abuse and neglect.

What You Will Learn

• What is meant by abuse and neglect.
• Different forms and types of abuse.
• Signs and indicators that may suggest abuse or neglect.
• Factors that can increase an individual's vulnerability.
• The importance of recognising and responding to concerns.
• Individual responsibilities in relation to safeguarding.
• How to respond appropriately if abuse or neglect is suspected or disclosed.
• The importance of recording and reporting concerns.
• Following organisational safeguarding procedures.
• Supporting a safer environment for individuals who may be at risk.

Course Delivery

This course is delivered as self-directed eLearning through the ELMO learning platform.

Learners can work through the course at their own pace and can move backwards and forwards through the learning content as required. The course does not need to be completed in one sitting, allowing learners to leave and return to their training where necessary.

Interactive activities may be included throughout the course to reinforce key learning points.

Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are checked through online assessment activities. Depending on the course content, these may include multiple-choice questions, matching exercises, drag-and-drop activities and image-based questions.

A minimum score of 70% is required to successfully complete the course.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, learners will receive a UK Rural Skills (UKRS) Accredited Certificate of Training.

Course Duration

The course is self-directed and learners can progress through the content at their own pace. Completion time may therefore vary depending on the individual learner.