Safeguarding Vulnerable Populations
6 ECTS
Safeguarding Vulnerable Populations
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Module Description
The module focuses on defining vulnerability and identifying the different groups of individuals who may require safeguarding, including children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities or mental health issues. Students will explore the various forms of abuse and how to recognise the signs.
An important component of this module is the legal framework surrounding safeguarding. Students will be introduced to key legislation, guidelines, and protocols that govern safeguarding in care settings.
The module also addresses the ethical challenges that can arise when safeguarding concerns come into conflict with individual autonomy, as well as the importance of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
By the end of the module, students will be able to critically assess safeguarding practices in care environments and contribute to the creation of safer, more supportive care settings for vulnerable individuals.
Entry Requirements
- A qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent) in Care or a related field and English Language at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
- In the case of students who do not possess all the formal required academic qualifications, then the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process could be applied such that if evidence of equivalent learning is found then the applicant could still be accepted on the course. Such RPL process will subject applicants to an interview held with a board of experts within the field, chosen specifically by IDEA College, so as to verify their experiences and prior learning.
*Students whose first language is not English and do not possess an ‘O’ level pass in English Language will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
The programme targets the following groups:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in the field of care.
- Individuals wanting to pursue a wide range of career paths within the care profession.
- Individuals seeking to enhance their ability to interpret, assess, and communicate care-related information.
- Individuals already working in care who wish to progress to more advanced positions.
- Individuals aiming to continue their studies in health and social care at higher levels.
Career Paths
This qualification prepares students for advanced roles in direct care provision, including:
- Senior Care Assistant
- Community Support Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Pediatric Care Assistant
- Personal Care Assistant
- Disability Support Worker
- Palliative / End-of-Life Care Worker
- Rehabilitation Support Worker
- Residential Care Worker
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Identify situations and indicators of abuse and neglect amongst vulnerable individuals or groups.
- Comprehend legal and ethical frameworks, regulations, and policies surrounding safeguarding.
- Take effective action when responding to safeguarding concerns.
- Implement safeguarding strategies and techniques in care settings.
- Assess the effectiveness of safeguarding measures in the context of care.
Knowledge
By the end of the module/unit, the students will be able to:
- Identify situations and indicators of abuse and neglect amongst vulnerable individuals or groups.
- Comprehend legal and ethical frameworks, regulations, and policies surrounding safeguarding.
- Take effective action when responding to safeguarding concerns.
- Implement safeguarding strategies and techniques in care settings.
- Assess the effectiveness of safeguarding measures in the context of care.
Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Identify and act on signs of abuse and neglect in vulnerable populations.
- Assess environments which increase the risk of abuse and neglect.
- Comply with national legal regulations and requirements on safeguarding.
- Abide by the organisation’s safeguarding policies when handling cases of abuse and neglect.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the safeguarding of vulnerable populations.
- Implement safeguarding plans that promote patient safety, dignity, and well-being.
- Establish clear policies and procedures for reporting concerns in care settings.
Module-Specific Learner Skills
The learner will be able to:
- Foster a culture of accountability and transparency.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find, download, and upload assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc.