Our Level 2 Safeguarding Training is an essential course for anyone who comes into contact with children, young people, and their families through their work or volunteering. This comprehensive online course provides the knowledge and skills required to identify, report, and respond to concerns about the safety and well-being of a child or young person.

You can take this Level 2 Safeguarding Training course for many reasons. Firstly, this course is developed in line with the latest UK legislation and government guidance, including ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023’. 

Secondly, a Level 2 safeguarding certificate is often a requirement for roles in education, healthcare, social care, and the charity sector. This Level 2 Safeguarding Training course will enhance your professional profile and open up new career opportunities. 

Thirdly, our 100% online format allows you to learn at your own pace, from anywhere, and at any time. The course is compatible with all devices, so you can learn on the go. 

Fourthly, this course is practical and engaging as it uses real-life scenarios, interactive quizzes, and case studies to help you apply your learning to practical situations. You’ll gain confidence in your ability to act effectively when a child is at risk.

Finally, the course material has been developed by experienced safeguarding professionals and is regularly updated to reflect changes in legislation and best practices.

What you will learn:

• Understanding safeguarding: Define safeguarding and child protection and understand the importance of your role in protecting children.
• Recognising abuse: Learn to identify the signs and indicators of different types of child abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect.
• Responding to concerns: Know how to respond appropriately to a child who discloses abuse and understand your responsibilities for reporting concerns.
• Legal framework: Gain an understanding of the key legislation, policies, and procedures that underpin safeguarding practice in the UK.
• Information sharing: Learn about the principles of effective information sharing and when to share information to protect a child.

Online safety: Understand the risks that children face online and how to promote e-safety.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this Level 2 Safeguarding Children Training course, you will be able to – 

• Define safeguarding and its principles
• Explain the purpose of child safeguarding
• Describe different types of child abuse and their consequences
• Explain the child protection system in the UK
• Identify the acts related to safeguarding and child protection
• Explore the disclosure procedure and act accordingly
• Outline the responsibilities of different professionals in child safeguarding

Why choose this course from us?

• This course is developed by an expert in the field
• This course is self-paced with unlimited access
• Supported on any device; desktop, laptop, tabs, smart phones
• Tutor support is available via Email
• 24/7 dedicated customer support to solve any issues you face
• Comparatively lower course price
• Entirely FREE pdf certificate upon course completion

Assessment Method

You will get an MCQ assessment at the end of the course. You need to score at least 60% to complete the course and be eligible for certification. Please note that you can retake the exam for FREE with an opportunity to attempt unlimited until you pass. 

Certificate of Accomplishment

You will be able to download the FREE certificate as soon as you complete the course. If you face any problem while downloading, you can email us instantly. Our team will assist you. Moreover, if you want to purchase the CPD certificate, you need to fill out the certificate order form and submit accordingly. You will receive the PDF certificate within 24 hours. In case of hard copy, you will receive it within 7 working days. 

Who is this course for?

This Level 2 Safeguarding Training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals and volunteers, including:

• Teachers, teaching assistants, and school staff
• Nursery and childcare professionals
• Healthcare professionals (e.g., nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals)
• Social care workers and support staff
• Youth workers and sports coaches
• Volunteers working with children and young people

Entry Requirements

There is no prerequisite to enroll in this course. You need to be over 16 years old and have good language skills. We expect you to be enthusiastic about learning new things. 

Career Path

This Level 2 Safeguarding Training course will not directly qualify you for any job. However, In the UK, a Level 2 Safeguarding Children training course is typically required for individuals who have regular or frequent contact with children and young people in their professional role.

Relevant job positions that often require Level 2 Safeguarding Children training include:

• Education: Teachers, teaching assistants, school administrators, and school governors.
• Healthcare: All clinical staff who have some degree of contact with children and young people, including nurses, doctors, pharmacists, dentists, and ambulance staff.
• Early Years and Childcare: Nursery staff, early years practitioners, and childminders.
• Social Care: Carers, social workers, and family support workers.
• Community and Leisure: Sports coaches, youth workers, and community safety officers.
• Other: Housing officers, counsellors, and anyone in a role that involves direct responsibility for investigating, reporting, and recording safeguarding concerns.