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OUR PASS RATE
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Vulnerable Patients - Safeguarding Children

The purpose of this module is to provide an update on the latest developments within safeguarding children. This includes raising awareness of the nature and scope of 'vulnerability' in the context of healthcare and consider the effects and consequences of poor oral care amongst children. This programme addresses the role of dental professionals, other healthcare professionals, and carers in safeguarding the welfare of children.

Modules

On completion of this CPD course, you should be able to:

  • Raise awareness of the nature and scope of ‘vulnerability’ in the context of healthcare
  • Recognise and identify a person who may be a victim of neglect or abuse (including behavioural indicators)
  • Identify and recognise the clinical maxillofacial and oral signs of neglect or abuse and know what to do about it (whistleblowing/reporting)
  • Explain and illustrate the physical and social impact of poor oral health
  • Highlight the diverse and sometimes obscure reasons for specific oral health problems
  • Enable dentists and DCPs to provide oral health education to carers, ancillary workers, family and friends, including practical help, support and guidance on oral health routines (general and specific)

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Vulnerable Patients - Safeguarding Children.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

A safeguarding children course helps professionals and carers understand how to recognise, prevent and respond to abuse or neglect. The Vulnerable Patients – Safeguarding Children course focuses on identifying vulnerability in healthcare settings and ensuring that children’s welfare is always prioritised.
Safeguarding children courses are designed for anyone working with children, young people or vulnerable patients. The Safeguarding Children course is particularly suited to dental care professionals, carers, healthcare workers and ancillary staff who may come into contact with children.
Absolutely, this safeguarding children course is available entirely online through the learndirect learning platform. You can study at your own pace, fitting your safeguarding training around your personal and professional commitments.
This safeguarding children training covers recognising and responding to neglect or abuse, understanding vulnerability in healthcare, and identifying clinical and behavioural indicators of harm. The course ensures learners are equipped to take appropriate action when safeguarding children and vulnerable patients.
Completing this safeguarding training course demonstrates your commitment to professional development and your ability to work safely with children, young people and vulnerable adults. The safeguarding course equips you with knowledge and confidence to handle potential safeguarding issues, improving your workplace effectiveness and employability.
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Tuesday 20th October
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Tuesday 20th October

Vulnerable Patients - Safeguarding Children

The purpose of this module is to provide an update on the latest developments within safeguarding children. This includes raising awareness of the nature and scope of 'vulnerability' in the context of healthcare and consider the effects and consequences of poor oral care amongst children. This programme addresses the role of dental professionals, other healthcare professionals, and carers in safeguarding the welfare of children.

Modules

On completion of this CPD course, you should be able to:

  • Raise awareness of the nature and scope of ‘vulnerability’ in the context of healthcare
  • Recognise and identify a person who may be a victim of neglect or abuse (including behavioural indicators)
  • Identify and recognise the clinical maxillofacial and oral signs of neglect or abuse and know what to do about it (whistleblowing/reporting)
  • Explain and illustrate the physical and social impact of poor oral health
  • Highlight the diverse and sometimes obscure reasons for specific oral health problems
  • Enable dentists and DCPs to provide oral health education to carers, ancillary workers, family and friends, including practical help, support and guidance on oral health routines (general and specific)

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Qualifications

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Vulnerable Patients - Safeguarding Children.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

A safeguarding children course helps professionals and carers understand how to recognise, prevent and respond to abuse or neglect. The Vulnerable Patients – Safeguarding Children course focuses on identifying vulnerability in healthcare settings and ensuring that children’s welfare is always prioritised.
Safeguarding children courses are designed for anyone working with children, young people or vulnerable patients. The Safeguarding Children course is particularly suited to dental care professionals, carers, healthcare workers and ancillary staff who may come into contact with children.
Absolutely, this safeguarding children course is available entirely online through the learndirect learning platform. You can study at your own pace, fitting your safeguarding training around your personal and professional commitments.
This safeguarding children training covers recognising and responding to neglect or abuse, understanding vulnerability in healthcare, and identifying clinical and behavioural indicators of harm. The course ensures learners are equipped to take appropriate action when safeguarding children and vulnerable patients.
Completing this safeguarding training course demonstrates your commitment to professional development and your ability to work safely with children, young people and vulnerable adults. The safeguarding course equips you with knowledge and confidence to handle potential safeguarding issues, improving your workplace effectiveness and employability.
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