Award in Understanding Safeguarding for Work, Education and Life Level 1 (WOR24S020)
Employability
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Mode of attendance: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 14 January 2025
End date: Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Number of weeks: 10
Time: 09:30 - 11:30
Tutor: Sarah Birkett
Venue: Workington Library
Venue address: Vulcans Lane, Workington, Cumbria. CA14 2ND
Free Course
About the course:
This level 1 course aims to give you an improved knowledge of the meaning of safeguarding in the workplace, education and in life in general. You will learn about different forms of abuse and learn ways that you can recognise if abuse may be taking place. You will find out about the safeguarding issues caused by modern technology and learn about discrimination and victimisation. Finally you will learn what to do if your have safeguarding concerns and the importance of disclosing information to professionals. This is an ideal introductory course for anyone working or volunteering with children or vulnerable adults or who would like to improve their understanding of safeguarding in general.
How will the course be delivered?
The course will be delivered by one of our specialist employability tutors. You will be taught in one of our centres or in our virtual classroom (via Zoom).
Activities will often include discussions, group and pair work, written work, Q&A and worksheets. Your tutor will ensure that the lessons are engaging, interactive and supportive.
What do I need to bring?
You need to bring a pen, notebook and any other items guided by your tutor.
If your course is in our online classroom (Zoom) you will need a computer, smart phone or tablet and a good internet connection.
What are the entry requirements?
As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you.
What can I do next?
If you want to keep learning we have a range of other courses you can progress to. These include other employability courses as well as digital, maths and English.
At the end of your course your tutor will discuss the options for further learning with you.
How well am I doing?
Your tutor will feedback to you verbally and in written comments in a supportive and constructive way helping you to see how to improve. There is a multiple choice test at the end of this course which you must pass in order to gain the qualification and your tutor will prepare you for this by practising exam techniques and questions before the test.
You will also have a Individual Progress Record (IPR) to track your progress and enable you to set personal targets.
Additional transferable skills:
Self Confidence, Independent Learning Skills, Working with others, Communication Skills
Enquiries
Centre: Workington Adult Learning
Contact number: 01900 706023
Email address: workingtonadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk