Key features
This 20 credit masters-level module will enable you to critically examine the broad range of policy and legal frameworks that underpin practice in safeguarding adults and consider the application of legislation supporting professional practice using the Care Act 2014 and law pertaining to equality and human rights as a common foundation.
You will develop your knowledge and understanding of key policy and law governing practice in safeguarding adults and learn to critically examine these policies and laws in detail, enabling you to consolidate your understanding of the relationship between policy, law and safeguarding adults.
You will also learn to apply these policies, laws and case laws to your practice and to explore competing perspectives in policy and law.