What you will learn
In our online Equestrian Advanced Safeguarding course, you’ll learn your safeguarding responsibilities as a coach or instructor in an equestrian setting.
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Get an understanding of the British Equestrian Federation’s guidance within the safeguarding protection framework.
- Identify and recognise the signs of various categories of abuse.
- Position yourself centrally in any safeguarding processes.
- Understand complaint procedures and correctly handle allegations.
Modules
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1. Introduction
Unfortunately, many people face abuse and neglect, and it can be hard for them to find someone to talk to. Stables might be the safe place where they feel comfortable sharing their experiences.
In this module, you’ll learn what child protection and adult safeguarding involve. If someone confides in you or if you suspect an issue, you’ll know how to respond. By the end of the module, you’ll understand important safeguarding terms.
2. Legislation and Guidance
This module explains the framework of guidance and legal procedures for safeguarding children, young people and at risk adults, following the standards set by the British Equestrian Federation. You’ll also learn about your duty of care as an equestrian coach/instructor.
By the end of the module, you’ll have a clear understanding of safeguarding principles and it also introduces the role of a Safeguarding Officer.
3. What is Abuse?
To help prevent abuse, it’s important to clearly understand what abuse is and how to identify its signs. This module will help you recognise the different types of abuse and their indicators.
By the end of the module, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what abuse entails and its various forms.
4. Signs and Indicators of Abuse and Neglect
People facing abuse can find it hard to speak up, often showing their distress through unusual or difficult behaviors. It’s vital to spot these signs since abusers might hide their actions well, sometimes seeming very kind.
In this module, you’ll learn how to identify the various signs of abuse and understand what abuse really means.
5. A Person-Centred Focus
This module focuses on the person-centered approach to safeguarding, emphasising the importance of understanding individual needs and involving the person closely in the process.
6. Responding to Concerns
In this module, we expand on earlier lessons about recognising abuse and prioritising the individual’s needs. You’ll learn how to respond properly to abuse disclosures, including when and how to maintain confidentiality, and when and to whom to report concerns.
By the end of the module, you’ll know the right steps to take in a potential abuse situation.
7. Complaints and Allegations
Families going through safeguarding or child protection can complain if they want to. It’s the job of the Safeguarding Officer to make sure every complaint is taken seriously and handled fairly.
In this module, you’ll learn the right way to deal with complaints and allegations.
Who is this course for?
- Equestrian coaches/instructors who have taken a British Equestrian Federation face-to-face course in the last 3 years
Certification
This online Equestrian Advanced Safeguarding course is accredited by The CPD Group.
Upon successful completion of this online course, you’ll be sent a personalised digital certificate as a PDF, enabling you to download and print it.
You can access a copy, reprint or download this certificate on our LMS (Learning Management System). This is your proof that you have been trained in safeguarding best practices and achieved compliance. The certificates include a verification number so anybody can authenticate the certificate’s legitimacy.
Our certifications include a renewal date but there is no legal requirement to renew your training and certificate within a specific timeframe. However, we do recommend that you arrange refresher training after 3 years as safeguarding guidance does change. You should update your safeguarding knowledge and skills regularly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can take this training?
If you’re an equestrian professional who has taken a British Equestrian Federation face-to-face safeguarding course in the last three years, you can take this online Equestrian Advanced Safeguarding course. If you work as a Safeguarding Officer in the equestrian field, we recommend the specialised online Equestrian Advanced Safeguarding for Safeguarding Officers course.
For those new to safeguarding, our online Equestrian Basic Safeguarding Awareness course is a great starting point.
