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Vacancies
We are constantly on the lookout for NVQ assessors and trainers for short courses (like first aid). Please visit our vacancies page if you wish to apply for a position

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We are now able to take payment for courses through PayPal - please visit the payments button on the menu

Short Courses:
We are able to offer funded places (subject to eligibility) for all our short and health and safety courses.
Contact Amanda at the office for more details

Course Content

1. The law & background to this programme
2. Protection of Vulnerable Adults - Definitions
3. Which Adults are vulnerable?
4. What constitutes abuse?
5. Forms of abuse/abusing
6. Who may be the abuser?
7. In what circumstances may abuse occur?
8. Patterns of abuse
9. The experience of the victim
10. Good practice guidlines
11. Preventative measures
12. Signs of abuse
13. Procedures for responding to individual cases
14. Support available

Learning Objectives

The carer will:
1. Understand what abuse means and how this may manifest within an organisation
2. Understand the personal responsibility of each individual within an organisation regarding POVA
3. Understood the essential elements of the law in POVA and the reporting of suspected or actual abuse.