Level 5 Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Online Course

Advance your safeguarding expertise with our Level 5 Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) online course, designed to provide a deep understanding of safeguarding principles, legislation, roles, responsibilities, and effective practice. This course equips learners with the advanced skills required to lead safeguarding practices within organizations, ensuring the protection of vulnerable adults and promoting their well-being. Covering essential areas such as UK safeguarding laws, abuse recognition, incident reporting, communication, and multi-agency collaboration, this training provides the confidence to act as a trusted safeguarding leader.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate advanced safeguarding knowledge and ethical responsibilities effectively.
2. Identify abuse types, warning signs, and indicators with confidence.
3. Apply UK safeguarding legislation in professional safeguarding practices effectively.
4. Communicate appropriately with vulnerable adults during safeguarding situations.
5. Implement clear reporting and information sharing procedures within organizations.
6. Lead safeguarding practices as a responsible Designated Safeguarding Lead professionally.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Principles for Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Understand safeguarding principles, independence promotion, rights, and ethical considerations.

Module 02: UK Safeguarding Laws and Legislations
Examine safeguarding laws, legislations, and compliance responsibilities of organizations.

Module 03: Understanding Aspects of Abuse and Neglect
Identify abuse types, signs, and symptoms to ensure early detection.

Module 04: Roles and Responsibilities for Safeguarding Adults
Learn safeguarding roles, responsibilities, and importance of multi-agency collaboration.

Module 05: Communication During Safeguarding
Develop effective communication skills to support adults facing abuse sensitively.

Module 06: Information Sharing and Incident Reporting
Understand legal requirements for information sharing and incident reporting.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.