Safeguarding vulnerable people for Holistic therapists

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups for Holistic Practitioners

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 was introduced in response to serious cases of abuse affecting children, older adults, disabled individuals, and other vulnerable people. The legislation aims to ensure protection through effective safeguarding measures. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) plays a central role in vetting individuals seeking to work with vulnerable groups, preventing those on the barred list from obtaining positions in such settings.

This course is regularly updated to reflect changes in UK legislation and safeguarding practices.

Who This Course Is For:
Holistic practitioners often operate in diverse environments, including health and social care settings, where safeguarding knowledge is essential. This course provides foundational understanding of safeguarding principles to ensure practitioners can work safely, ethically, and confidently with vulnerable populations.

Course Learning Outcomes:
Participants will gain knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Key legislation related to safeguarding vulnerable groups.

• Types of abuse and their indicators.

• Recognising signs and symptoms of abuse.

• Responsibilities of an “alerter” in safeguarding situations.

• Reporting and recording procedures: when and how to disclose concerns.

• Specific safeguarding issues, including:

  • Domestic violence and abuse

  • Modern slavery

  • Homelessness

  • The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

  • The Disclosure and Barring System (DBS)

Certification:
Students who complete all lessons and required assessments will receive a Udemy Certificate of Completion. An additional, personalised certificate is available directly from the course provider upon request.

This course is provided for general educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, therapeutic, safeguarding, or professional advice. No professional relationship is created. Learners are responsible for how they interpret and use the information. Any Certificate of Completion confirms course completion only and does not confer qualification or professional status. Use is at the learner’s own discretion and risk, subject to UK law.