This course provides health and social care staff with a clear understanding of their responsibilities under the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. Learners will gain the knowledge and confidence to recognise adults at risk of harm, respond appropriately, and take action to safeguard rights, dignity, and wellbeing.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define who qualifies as an ‘adult at risk’ under the Act’s three-point test.
- Recognise the different forms of harm, including neglect, financial abuse, and self-harm.
- Understand the legal duty to report concerns, even without the adult’s consent.
- Respond sensitively when harm is suspected or disclosed.
- Describe how Protection Orders work and what happens after a referral.
- Reflect on their role in building a safer, more respectful care environment.
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Overview
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Adult Support and Protection.
Interactive Video Lessons, Assessment Quiz and Certificate
Topics Covered:
- Understanding “adults at risk” and the principles of the 2007 Act
- Types and signs of harm: physical, psychological, sexual, financial, neglect, self-harm
- Responding to concerns and your duty to report
- Confidentiality, information sharing, and acting without consent
- Protection Orders: Assessment, Removal, and Banning Orders
- ASP inquiries, investigations, case conferences, and protection plans
- Creating a safer safeguarding culture and working together
- Real-life scenarios (e.g. Elsie’s Story) with interactive reflection and knowledge checks
Approx. 45-60 minutes, including interactive scenarios, reflective activities, and knowledge checks.
This course aligns with:
- Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 – Duties to identify and protect adults at risk.
- ASP Code of Practice – Procedures for recognising, reporting, and responding to harm.
- Health and Social Care Standards (Scotland) – Promoting dignity, inclusion, and safety.
- Human Rights Act 1998 – Upholding rights to safety, liberty, and respect.
- Care Inspectorate Expectations – Safe, effective, and person-centred care practices.
- Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 (Whistleblowing) – Legal protections for staff raising concerns.
Hugh Asher, BSc (Hons), MSc (Merit), PhD (Applied Social Science)
As a course consultant, Hugh brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role. His extensive background in working with individuals with diverse needs, combined with his passion for utilising nature as a therapeutic tool, allows him to provide valuable insights and guidance to learners.
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