Higher Education Designated Safeguarding Officer (HEDSO®) Programme
Upcoming Courses:
20th to 22nd August 2025 9.30am - 4.30pm (Online)
12th, 19th & 26th November 2025 9.30am - 4.30pm (Online)
Who’s it for?
This three-day programme is designed for Higher Education Professionals and partners with specific responsibilities in Safeguarding (DSO, DSL, Heads of Service, Directors), to give them the tools and knowledge to make a difference to a student’s life and ensure their institution or organisation is compliant with regulatory requirements. Further, in-depth analysis of the Duty of Care and the Prevent Duty is explored through case studies and regulatory guidance.
Region-specific information
This programme’s content is relevant to organisations and institutions within England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Programme deliveries can also be bespoke based upon client-location. Contact us for more information.
What will I learn?
Safeguarding legislation, guidance and development
Duty of Care in higher education
Indicators of abuse and neglect
The Prevent Duty
Online Harms
The Office for Students and Higher Education regulation (incl. E6 Conditions)
Making Judgements
Communicating worries
Roles and responsibilities in higher education
Sharing of information
International safeguarding
Allegations and complaints
Certification
Upon successful completion of the qualification assessment, Learners will be awarded a HEDSO® Certification.
Learners operating in England shall also receive an FAA Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults.
Each learner shall receive, upon completion, a digital badge identifying them as HEDSO® Certified.
Age restrictions
Learners must be a minimum of 18 years of age upon programme commencement.
Course numbers
A maximum of 12 learners can be accommodated on this programme.
Cost
£695 (+VAT) per learner (prior to any discounts being applied)
Payments can be made via card, bank transfer or purchase order.
