Protecting vulnerable adults is both a moral responsibility and a legal duty of care. Produced with a consortium of leading health and social care organisations (including Mencap, the Royal College of Nursing and St John Ambulance), this programme is essential for anyone who comes into contact with vulnerable adults through their work or voluntary activities.

The programme will give you the key information you need to protect vulnerable adults in your care including: what abuse is, the key signs and indicators of abuse, people who may pose a threat, and most importantly, what to do if you suspect someone is being, or has been, abused.

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Programme make-up

• Modular, bite-size format provides an easy way to learn the essentials.
• There are four concise learning modules, four accompanying questionnaires and full instructions throughout.
• A personalised consortium accredited certificate on successful completion provides evidence of learning.
• There is confirmation of the correct answers to reinforce the participant’s knowledge.
• Available in paper-based and online learning methods.

Programme benefits

• Brings paid and volunteer staff quickly up-to-speed.
• People with different working arrangements and in different locations receive the same clear, consistent messages.
• The programme can be used as a pre-employment, induction or refresher tool.
• The reassurance of knowing that the content has been written and approved by experts.

Programme contents

Module one – Understanding the Basics
Learn about the definition of a vulnerable adult; the different types of abuse; who may be at risk and why and the effects abuse can have on an adult.

Module two – Recognising Adult Abuse
Examine who abuses and why; situations where abuse might occur; what to do if a vulnerable adult confides in you and how to report abuse.

Module three – Reporting Abuse
Understand the importance of taking action and what action should you take. The importance of keeping records and what happens after you report your concerns.

Module four – Good Practice Guidelines
Look at legislation and vulnerable adults' rights; your organisation’s responsibilities; your personal code of conduct; how to deal with false allegations; the importance of constant vigilance and pathways for further learning.

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