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  • 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.

  • This programme’s content is relevant to organisations and institutions within England.

    Bespoke delivery for other regions / jurisdictions is available upon request including:

    • Scotland

    • Northern Ireland

    • Wales

    • Republic of Ireland

    • United Arab Emirates

    • 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

    • 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.

  • Learners must be a minimum of 18 years of age upon programme commencement.

  • £695 (+VAT) per learner (prior to any discounts being applied)

    Contact us for group discounts and self-funding discounts.

    Payments can be made via card, bank transfer or purchase order.