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Level 2 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment

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Overview

The NQual Level 2 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment is an Ofqual‑regulated qualification for training providers to deliver, designed to provide learners with increased knowledge and awareness of safeguarding within a learning environment.


This qualification will address various topics relating the safeguarding within a learning environment and how to promote safety while studying/learning.


This qualification is awarded by NQual, an Ofqual‑regulated Awarding Organisation, and is available to approved centres.


Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for The NQual Level 2 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment qualification are:

  • Minimum Age: 16


There are no further entry requirements for this qualification.


Progression Opportunities

The progression opportunities for The NQual Level 2 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment qualification include:

  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Children and Young People

  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

  • Level 4 Award for Designated Safeguarding Lead


Unit Guidance

Learners must achieve all mandatory units. The total credit value for this qualification is 4.


Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

These hours are made up of contact time, guidance or supervision from course tutors, trainers, or training providers. The Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 32.


Total Qualification Time (TQT)

This is an estimate of the total length of time it is expected that a learner will typically take to achieve and demonstrate the level of understanding required for the award of this qualification. This includes the Guided Learning Hours and time spent completing independent study.


The Total Qualification Time for this qualification is 40.


Delivery Options for Training Providers

NQual allows qualifications to be delivered both online and face-to-face. Please check the additional requirements with your Centre EQA if delivering qualifications online.

This NQual Qualification is eligible for UCAS points

This qualification is eligible for UCAS points. Please see the UCAS website for further information of points allocated. You can do this by clicking on the logo to the left.

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Qual Resources.

DHSC Fact Sheet
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Textbook (Sample)
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Unit Breakdown:

Mandatory Units

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Optional Units

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Qualification Fee:

£35

Centre Approval Process

number 1

Submit centre approval
application to NQual

number 2

Pay the NQual centre
approval application fee

number 3

Application reviewed
by NQual

number 4

EQA approval activity
conducted by NQual

number 5

NQual approve you as
an approved centre

Become a Centre:

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Reasons to Choose NQual as Your Awarding Organisation

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