Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (SOVA)
Short course
Online
Description
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Type
Short course
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Level
Beginner
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
Flexible
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Start date
Different dates available
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
This course aims to increase awareness of the abuse of vulnerable adults in the care sector. It includes information on the types and signs of abuse, recording and reporting, as well as updated information about the Disclosure and Barring Service (previously ISA and CRB). Suitable for: Anybody wishing to increase their knowledge of adult protection/safeguarding
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
None
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Subjects
- Safeguarding
- SOVA
- Elderly care
- Healthcare
- Carer
- Social care
- Care Education
- Care Management
- Dementia
- Adult care
- CPD
Teachers and trainers (1)
e-Learning e-Learning
e-Learning
Course programme
Our comprehensive, user-friendly e-learning courses allow learners to learn wherever, whenever and the easy-to-use app (available free from Google Play or the App Store) means that they can be accessed at the touch of button. There's also downloadable course material so you can learn offline too, and keep for future reference! We also offer free retakes so if you do not reach the required 70% pass mark, you can retake the assessment straight away.
Although log-in details for our courses are usually emailed within 2 hours please allow up to 24 hours for delivery, especially on orders placed outside of office hours. If you have not received an email in this time, please check the "Spam" folder of your email account then contact us.
This course covers:
What is a Vulnerable Adult?What is Abuse?
Risk Factors
Types of Abuse
Signs of Abuse
What To Do If You Suspect Abuse
Preserving Evidence
The Importance of Recording
Reporting Concerns
Following Up
Reducing the Likelihood of Abuse
Disclosure and Barring Service
Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (SOVA)