This Level 3 Mental Health Safeguarding course provides an advanced understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within mental health contexts. Learners explore how to identify concerns, assess risks, respond to disclosures, record information, and work with other professionals to protect vulnerable individuals. The course is ideal for those in health, social care, education, or community roles who require deeper safeguarding knowledge. Fully online and self‑paced, it supports confident and lawful safeguarding practice.
- Fully online, flexible, and self‑paced learning
- Accessible on laptops, tablets, and smartphones
- Instant digital certificate upon completion
- Designed for intermediate to advanced safeguarding roles
- Includes practical case studies and real‑world safeguarding scenarios
- Covers legal duties, risk assessments, reporting procedures, and multi‑agency working
Module 01 – Understanding Mental Health and Vulnerability
Module 02 – Recognising Signs of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation
Module 03 – Responding to Safeguarding Concerns
Module 04 – Handling Disclosures and Recording Information
Module 05 – Risk Assessment and Management Strategies
Module 06 – Safeguarding Legislation, Policies and Professional Duties
Module 07 – Multi‑Agency Collaboration and Information Sharing
Module 08 – Supporting Individuals in Crisis Situations
Module 09 – Preventing Harm, Promoting Safety and Building Resilience
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify mental‑health‑related risks and safeguarding concerns
- Recognise warning signs of abuse, neglect, coercion or exploitation
- Respond appropriately to disclosures and safeguarding incidents
- Use effective recording and reporting methods in line with policies
- Conduct structured risk assessments and apply safe working practices
- Understand key legislation and professional responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with agencies and safeguarding partners
- Support individuals experiencing crisis, distress or significant vulnerability
This course is ideal for:
- Support workers and care assistants
- Mental health workers and community support staff
- Nurses, healthcare assistants and allied health professionals
- School staff, SEN teams and educational support staff
- Social care workers and safeguarding officers
- Volunteers and staff in community‑focused roles
This qualification supports progression into positions such as:
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Safeguarding Officer or Safeguarding Lead
- Senior Support Worker
- Community Outreach Worker
- Wellbeing Practitioner
- Mental Health Advocate
It also strengthens applications for higher‑level safeguarding roles and further specialist mental health training.
Upon completion, learners receive a recognised digital certificate immediately. A printed certificate may be available on request. Although the certificate does not expire, it is recommended to refresh safeguarding training regularly to maintain compliance with current practice and legislation.
Q: Do I need previous safeguarding knowledge?
A: Basic understanding of care or mental health work is helpful but not essential.
Q: Can I study at my own pace?
A: Yes, the course is entirely self‑paced.
Q: Will I receive a certificate?
A: Yes, a digital certificate is issued immediately after completion.
Q: Does this qualification support employment?
A: Yes — it strengthens applications for safeguarding, mental health and care‑sector roles.
Q: Can I use my mobile device?
A: Yes, all course content is mobile‑friendly.
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£120.00
