Level 4 Award for Designated Safeguarding Lead

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Overview

The NQual Level 4 Award for Designated Safeguarding Lead is designed to increase knowledge and awareness of safeguarding. The qualification will explore how to fulfil the role of a Designated Safeguarding Lead and is appropriate for a variety of sectors and workplaces.

This qualification will provide current or new Designated Safeguarding Leads with refreshed or increased knowledge around how to lead safeguarding concerns and take emergency action.

Safeguarding training should be completed every 2 years in order to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills required to carry out their specific duties.

This qualification is regulated by Ofqual. 

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Age: 18

There are no further entry requirements for this qualification.

Unit Guidance

Learners must achieve all mandatory units. The total credit value for this qualification is 5.

Guided Learning Hours

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 40.

Total Qualification Time

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 50.

Delivery Options

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.