This course has previously been referred to as protection of vulnerable adults (POVA).
| Course title: | Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults Awareness (SOVA) |
| Award / accreditation: | ATS award |
| Course duration: | Half day (4 hours inc break) |
| Course suitability: | This training course is suitable for any business which may come into contact with Vulnerable adults including care and nursing homes, dental surgeries and and practices, doctors surgeries and public service staff. |
| Course syllabus: | • Legal aspects • Understanding what is meant by the term ‘vulnerable adult’ • Knowing the forms abuse may take • Recognising signs and symptoms of abuse • What to do if you suspect abuse • What to avoid in a suspected abuse scenario |
| Qualification validity: | 3 Years |
| Assessment method: | Ongoing trainer assessment & Quiz |
| Maximum attendees: | Up to 20 subject to suitable training venue |
| Course price includes: | • Course hand-out notes each • Certification • Free ongoing advice and support • Free replacement certificates if lost • Discount on re-certification and other training with ATS |
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