Safeguarding vulnerable people for Holistic therapists

IntroductionThe Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 was introduced in response to serious cases of abuse involving children, the elderly, disabled individuals, and other vulnerable adults. This legislation aims to protect vulnerable people by implementing safeguarding measures. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is responsible for vetting individuals who seek to work with vulnerable groups, ensuring that those on the DBS barred list cannot gain employment in such settings.

As UK legislation evolves, this course will be updated to reflect any relevant changes. Who is This Course For. Holistic therapists often work in various settings, including health and social care environments where safeguarding knowledge is essential.

This course provides a fundamental understanding of safeguarding principles to help therapists operate safely and ethically in these areas. What You Will Learn:Key legislation related to safeguarding vulnerable groupsTypes of abuse and their indicatorsSigns and symptoms of abuseThe role of an "alerter" - responsibilities in safeguardingReporting and recording - when and how to disclose concernsSpecific safeguarding issues, including:Domestic violence and abuseModern slaveryHomelessnessThe Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)The Disclosure and Barring System (to be added)Course CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Udemy Certificate of Completion. Students also have the option to request an additional, personalised, certificate of completion directly from us.

To qualify, students must: complete all lessons, submit any required assignments for assessment. Disclaimer: This course provides general educational guidance on safeguarding practices. It does not constitute legal advice or professional certification.