This Care Certificate Standard 10 Safeguarding Adults course provides healthcare workers with the essential knowledge and understanding required to protect adults from harm, abuse, or neglect. It forms part of the Care Certificate framework and can be taken as a standalone module or as part of the full package.

The course covers definitions and forms of abuse, the principles of safeguarding, and the importance of person‑centred care. Learners will also explore serious case reviews, multi‑agency working, and the correct procedures for alerting abuse. In addition, the module highlights the responsibility of staff to report concerns, use whistleblowing procedures when necessary, and work collaboratively to deliver safe and compassionate care.

By the end of this Care Certificate Standard 10 Safeguarding Adults training, participants will understand how to reduce the likelihood of abuse, respond appropriately to concerns, and protect people from harm both locally and nationally.

Why Care Certificate Standard 10 Safeguarding Adults Matters

Safeguarding is a legal and moral duty for everyone working in health and social care. Without proper training, staff may miss signs of abuse or fail to act, which can put vulnerable adults at risk. Therefore, this standard ensures workers know their responsibilities, follow agreed procedures, and contribute to a culture of safety and accountability.

What You’ll Learn

• The principles of safeguarding adults
• Definitions and forms of abuse
• The importance of person‑centred care in safeguarding practice
• How to reduce the likelihood of abuse
• How to respond to suspected or disclosed abuse
• The role of serious case reviews and lessons learned
• Multi‑agency working and alerting abuse
• Whistleblowing and reporting unsafe practices

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the principles of safeguarding adults
• Recognise and reduce the likelihood of abuse
• Respond appropriately to suspected or disclosed abuse
• Protect people from harm and abuse at both local and national levels
• Report unsafe practices and use whistleblowing procedures when required

Who Should Take This Course

• New starters completing the Care Certificate
• Existing care staff needing a refresher
• Healthcare assistants, support workers, and nurses
• Managers and supervisors in health and social care