Radicalisation and Prevent
Level:
CPD
Duration:
3 hrs
Course code:
TD/2025/09066
Max group:
12
Learn to identify, prevent, and respond to radicalisation in care settings with effective strategies
Course Summary
Radicalisation and Prevent
This course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for understanding and addressing radicalisation in various care settings. Focusing on the UK Government's Prevent strategy, participants will learn how to identify signs of radicalisation, understand the risk factors, and implement strategies to protect individuals from harm. Emphasizing the importance of early intervention and safeguarding, the course equips care professionals with the tools to respond appropriately, while ensuring they comply with legal responsibilities. Key Learning Outcomes: Understand the concept of radicalisation and its impact on individuals and society. Learn about the UK Government’s Prevent strategy and its role in safeguarding vulnerable individuals. Identify the signs and symptoms of radicalisation and the risk factors involved. Develop skills to assess and respond to concerns related to radicalisation in care settings. Explore effective communication strategies for discussing sensitive topics related to radicalisation. Understand the role of care professionals in reporting concerns and working with external agencies. Learn how to build resilience and positive relationships to counteract the appeal of radicalisation. Understand the legal and ethical considerations of safeguarding against radicalisation. Create a plan for addressing radicalisation concerns within the workplace while promoting inclusivity and respect. By the end of this course, participants will be able to identify the warning signs of radicalisation, implement the Prevent strategy, and take appropriate actions to safeguard individuals, helping to create safer, more inclusive care environments.
Course Contents
Introduction to Radicalisation and the Prevent Strategy
What is Radicalisation?
Understanding the Concept and Its Implications
Overview of the UK Government’s Prevent Strategy
The Link Between Radicalisation and Extremism
The Role of Care Professionals in Safeguarding Against Radicalisation
The Impact of Radicalisation on Individuals and Society
Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Radicalisation
Common Indicators of Radicalisation: Behavioral, Emotional, and Social Cues
Identifying Changes in Beliefs, Attitudes, and Behavior
Recognizing Signs of Isolation and Withdrawal
Spotting Early Warning Signs of Vulnerability to Extremist Ideologies
The Role of Social Media and Online Radicalisation
Risk Factors and Vulnerabilities Factors That Increase Vulnerability to Radicalisation: Mental Health, Social Isolation, etc.
The Role of Trauma and Disadvantage in Radicalisation
Risks Understanding Peer Influence and the Role of Social Networks in Radicalisation
Identifying High-Risk Groups in Care Settings: Youth, Minority Communities, and Others
The Importance of a Person-Centered Approach in Assessing Vulnerability
The Prevent Strategy: Key Principles and Legal Responsibilities
The Four Key Aims of the Prevent Strategy
The Legal Framework: The Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015
Understanding ‘Channel’ - A Multi-Agency Approach to Preventing Radicalisation
Duty of Care: How Care Providers Are Legally Obligated to Act
Safeguarding Children and Adults from Radicalisation: Who to Report Concerns To
Identifying and Responding to Concerns About Radicalisation
How to Approach Conversations About Radicalisation with Service Users
Asking the Right Questions: How to Assess Risk Without Escalating Concerns
Reporting and Documenting Concerns: Following Safeguarding Protocols Working with External Agencies (Police, Social Services, and Prevent Teams)
Ensuring Confidentiality and Maintaining Ethical Boundaries While Acting on Concerns
Communication Strategies for Addressing Radicalisation Building Trust and Open Communication with Service Users
Approaches for Discussing Sensitive Topics with Vulnerable Individuals
Counteracting Extremist Narratives
Through Critical Thinking and Positive Dialogue
Promoting Tolerance, Respect, and Understanding in Care Settings
Engaging with Families and Communities to Prevent Radicalisation
Building Resilience to Extremism
How to Foster Positive Identity and Critical Thinking in Vulnerable Individuals
The Role of Care Providers in Building Emotional and Social Resilience
Preventing Radicalisation Through Education, Empowerment, and Inclusion
Supporting Individuals in Building Healthy, Diverse Social Networks
Promoting Shared Values and Respect for Diversity in Care Settings
The Role of Multi-Agency Working in Preventing Radicalisation
Working with the Prevent Partnership: Police, Education, Social Services, and Healthcare
Understanding ‘Channel’ Referrals: When and How to Refer at-Risk Individuals
The Role of Local Authorities and Prevent Coordinators
Ensuring Effective Information Sharing While Maintaining Privacy and Safeguarding
Collaborative Approaches: How Care Workers Can Support the Broader Prevent Effort
Ethical and Legal Considerations Navigating the Balance Between Safety and Civil Liberties
Addressing Concerns About Profiling and Discrimination in Prevent Work
The Importance of Cultural Sensitivity and Avoiding Stigmatization Ensuring a Person-Centered Approach in Safeguarding and Prevent Activities
Legal Implications for Failing to Act on Prevent-Related Concerns
Assessment
The instructor conducts a single written assessments at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a three-year Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (Level 6 in Scotland). No external assessors are required for this qualification.
Duration
The course requires a minimum of 7 hours, distributed over the day. While it is ideal to complete the course in one day, we can adjust the schedule to suit your specific needs, as long as the course is completed within 3 weeks of starting and each training session lasts at least two hours.
Certification Validity
This qualification has no formal expiry, however regular CPD and updates are recommended.
Further Information - Course Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to qualify.
Assessment method: Activities, test paper.
Pre-requisite: None
Suggested progression:
recommended refresher training and CPD;