Courses: Adult Social Care
Designed and facilitated by JCK Training
Introducing Mental HealthChallenging Behaviour & Elderly Care
Courses: Mandatory
Provided by our colleagues at Elite Training Associates
Breakaway & Conflict Resolution
BreakawayPROTECTING VULNERABLE ADULTS
According to the Government's 'No Secrets' document, a Vulnerable Adult is defined as: 'A person of 18 years or older who is or may be in need of community care services by reason of mental or other disability, age or illness; and who is or may be unable to take care of him or herself, or unable to protect him or herself against significant harm or exploitation.' (Department of Health, 1999)
Protecting Vulnerable Adults is a 1-day course where participants will be introduced to the 'No Secrets' guidelines and encouraged to identify some of the key clinical and environmental factors associated with vulnerability. Case studies and audio-visual material will help illustrate realistic scenarios of potential and actual abuse,bullying and exploitation, and participants will be guided through the typical process of investigation where allegations have been made.
Learning Objectives: By the end of the course participants will be able to:
• Discuss the legislative and common usage definitions of ‘vulnerability’
• Describe the potential course of assessment and investigation in cases of
abuse
• Provide an overview of the key legal aspects in the protection of vulnerable
adults
• Demonstrate key skills and interventions in working with vulnerable clients
Suitable for:
• Health Professionals
• Supported Housing Workers
• Care Providers
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