Safeguarding of Vulnerable People (SOVA)

Safeguarding of Vulnerable People (SOVA)
Overview
This course is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of Safeguarding Vulnerable People. Staff completing this course will be in a better position to implement their company adult protection policy and the procedures they should follow.
Outline of Programme
On completion of the course, delegates will understand:
The different types of abuse they may come across
The definition of a vulnerable adult and an abuser
Sign and symptoms relating to abuse
How to deal with abuse
Legislation relating to abuse
How to report cases of abuse
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The syllabus includes:
Types of abuse
Who is a vulnerable adult?
Who is an abuser?
Recognising abuse: signs & symptoms
Guidelines for dealing with abuse
Department of Health – ‘No Secrets’
Dealing with Disclosure
The training is in line with the current legislation and guidelines and can be adapted to suit the particular client group.
Duration: Half a day
Cost: £35 + per person
Minimum No: 10
Maximum No: 15