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The Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People is designed to equip you with essential knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles and practices when working with children and young people. This qualification introduces the key responsibilities of those working or volunteering in childcare, education, health, or community settings. This course helps to identify signs of abuse or neglect, respond appropriately to concerns, and understand legislation and policies surrounding child protection.
This course is ideal for support workers, early years staff, teaching assistants, care workers, or volunteers, this award provides a strong foundation in safeguarding awareness. With flexible online learning and real-world examples, this Level 2 qualification ensures that participants can apply safeguarding principles in a wide range of professional settings, contributing to safe, supportive environments for young people. This level 2 course is a 100% online, UK Ofqual-regulated qualification.
To achieve this qualification, you must complete 1 mandatory unit. The details are as follows;
The following are the entry requirements to enrol in this qualification:
The expected completion time for this course ranges from 12 weeks to 28 weeks, depending on the individual pace of the learner and level of commitment.
This qualification does not require a practical placement.
Assessment for the Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People is carried out through a series of written assignments designed to evaluate your understanding of safeguarding principles and practices. You will complete a portfolio of evidence in the form of structured written tasks aligned to each unit, demonstrating your knowledge of topics such as recognising abuse, responding to concerns, relevant legislation, and the roles and responsibilities of practitioners. All assignments are internally assessed by qualified tutors and externally verified by the awarding body to ensure quality and consistency.
Upon successful completion of the Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People, you can progress to further qualifications within the health, social care, or education sectors. This award provides a strong foundation for those seeking roles that involve working with children and young people, such as teaching assistants, early years practitioners, support workers, or youth workers. Getting a certificate in Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People will enable you to progress to the following courses:
All prices include course fees, awarding body dues, Ofqual-approved certification and postage of certificate. The final certification you get is the same, regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.
This course is ideal for anyone working with or planning to work with children and young people in education, social care, early years, healthcare, or community settings. It is suitable for both new learners and those who want to refresh their safeguarding knowledge.
No prior qualifications are required. This is a Level 2 course designed for beginners or those with basic knowledge of safeguarding principles.
Yes, this is a nationally recognised qualification regulated by Ofqual on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
You will complete a portfolio of written assignments, including structured tasks and scenario-based questions. There is no exam or placement requirement. All work is internally assessed by your tutor.
The average completion time is 4–6 weeks, depending on your study time and prior experience. You can complete the course faster if you study more regularly.
No, you do not need a placement or work experience. However, having experience in a related setting can help you apply what you learn.
After completing this course, you will have the essential safeguarding knowledge required to work safely, legally, and responsibly with children and young people. While this qualification alone does not lead to a specific job title, it enhances your suitability for a range of roles across the education, childcare, health, and social care sectors.
