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The QNUK Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care (RQF) qualification is for candidates to understand the key principles of safeguarding adults. The qualification is aimed at those working in the health and social care sector. The qualification has been mapped against standard 10 of the Care certificate.
This qualification prepares Learners for employment within the health and social care setting however can also be undertaken by those already working in the sector as part of continual professional development.
Guided learning hours (GLH) = 6
Total Qualification Time (TQT) = 6
The QNUK Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care (RQF) qualification is intended for those that are working in, or are looking to start work in health and social care.
The qualification introduces the key principles associated with safeguarding adults at risk in a health and social care setting.
Learning outcomes Assessment criterion
Understand the principles of safeguarding adults at risk in health and social care
Define key terms including:
Safeguarding
Harm
Restrictive practices
Identify key principles of legislation, codes of practice and policies which relate to the safeguarding of adults at risk
Outline the roles and responsibilities of those safeguarding and protecting individuals
Be able to identify those at risk from harm
Outline why an individual may be vulnerable to harm or abuse
List common types of abuse
Identify the characteristics of different types of abuse
Know how to reduce the likelihood of abuse in health and social care
Describe how to promote an individual’s dignity and rights
Explain the importance of individualised, person centred care
Identify ways in which individuals can be supported in keeping themselves safe.
Identify sources of information and advice related to the prevention and protection of individuals
Know how to respond to suspicion or reports of abuse
Explain how to report cases of suspected abuse
List agencies with which information may be shared
Outline the importance of multi-agency working
A multiple-choice question paper is used to assess that candidates meet the required level of competence. Candidates are required to score a minimum of 66% to be deemed competent.
This qualification is available to those over 18 years. Candidates should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent
