Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Public and Allied Health
Learning Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Workshop
Module Offerings
5000HS-JAN-CTY
Aims
After completing this module, students will be able to apply their knowledge of safeguarding to real life situations where children or vulnerable adults might be at risk and to formulate context specific information for service users as well as safeguarding policies for work-based settings.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Examine the concept of safeguarding in contemporary society
2.
Apply legislation, national guidance and context specific knowledge to safeguarding practice
3.
Analyse the importance of safeguarding children or vulnerable adults in ensuring the safety of people needing health and social care services
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:The context of safeguarding in contemporary society
Vulnerability and safeguarding in a range of specific circumstances
Recognising Safeguarding concerns and defining abuse
Assessment, sharing information and record keeping
Underpinning legislation
Contemporary safeguarding policy, practice and multi-agency approaches
Reflection on own responsibility in safeguarding practice
Responsibilities of the individual and organisations
Learning from critical incidents, improvements and responding to new challenges
Module Overview:
The aim of this module is for you to able to apply knowledge of safeguarding to real life situations where children or vulnerable adults might be at risk and to formulate context specific information for service users as well as safeguarding policies for work-based settings.
The aim of this module is for you to able to apply knowledge of safeguarding to real life situations where children or vulnerable adults might be at risk and to formulate context specific information for service users as well as safeguarding policies for work-based settings.
Additional Information:This module will reflect contemporary policy as it is developed and published and will be aligned with local and national guidance. Independent study is essential in ensuring students develop a deep understanding of their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding.