This session includes how to identify concerns, respond to concerns and disclosures and how to create a safe culture within a sport or activity club setting in England and Wales.
By the end of the course, participants will understand:
- The role and responsibilities of the Club Welfare Officer
- Why we need to safeguard adults in sport and activity.
- How to Identify poor practice and types of abuse and neglect.
- How to respond and deal with concerns about adults.
- Where to go for further information and advice on safeguarding adults.
This is all underpinned by understanding how we can create a safer culture.
Who is this training for?
This training is for Sport and Activity Club Welfare/Safeguarding Officers in England and Wales.
For those with no previous safeguarding adults training, we would recommend completing the Introductory Training prior to attending this course.
What type of training is this?
This Essential Training consists of a 3 hour online training session.
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We run these online training sessions regularly throughout the year. Find a date that suits you and book your place.
Safeguarding Essentials Online Training Session for England & Wales Dates:
Thursday 23 October 2025: 6-9pm Online
Monday 17 November 2025: 6-9pm Online
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Optional additional e-learning courses
We recommend these e-learning courses as an optional addition to compliment the Essential Training course. However, these e-learning courses alone would not constitute full training sessions and are not recognised by the Ann Craft Trust as part of our ‘core training’.
You can purchase individual course licences or multiple licences if you’re buying on behalf of others.
For England: Safeguarding Adults in Sport: Setting Club Standards (for club committee members)
(English legislation)
UK Coaching Safeguarding Adults in Physical Activity and Sport
Covers legislation across the home countries.
UK Coaching Safeguarding Adults for CoachesTraining tailored for you
In addition to our training courses we can provide bespoke training to meet your training needs. Get in touch to discuss your requirements.
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