Training Requirements:

1. For a useful overview, see the RCGP supplementary guide to safeguarding training requirements for all primary care staff
2. More information and links to a range of e-learning and resources can be found on the RCGP Good Practice in Safeguarding pages.
3. Adult Safeguarding – Guidelines on Roles and Competencies for Healthcare Staff (RCN)
4. Children & Young People – Guidelines on Roles and Competencies for Healthcare Staff

Level 3 (Child Safeguarding) and Level 3 (Adult Safeguarding) is currently recommended for:

• GPs
• GP Trainees
• Practice Nurses
• Nurse Practitioners and Advanced Nurse Practitioners
• Paramedics working in the primary care setting
• Pharmacists working to deliver services in Care Homes and in GP Practices
• Advanced Practitioners who are working independently in primary care settings