To book your place of one of our instructor-led real-time course, click the ‘Add to Basket’ button. You will first need to set up an account on our Learning Management System (if you are not a current customer).

If you are booking for more than one person, please register as an organisation.

Once you have registered and paid, we will send you instructions, an invoice and information on how to access your online courses and add additional delegates.

Please note that if you need to cancel your training for any reason, we require 14 working days' notice.

If a cancellation is requested after this point, we may be able to transfer your booking to another date where possible.

We will always work with you to ensure you can attend; however, places are limited.

Once your place is confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email.

You will also be given access to our Learning Management System (LMS) where you can complete the self-paced eLearning training course modules.

This refresher training is designed for individuals who currently hold a Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy DSL role and require a safeguarding update.

Since the implementation of Safeguarding Partnerships, many sectors have moved away from using the term “levels”. Instead, organisations are expected to complete safeguarding training that is appropriate to the responsibilities of their role.

This course is designed for individuals who hold, or are preparing to take on, a Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy DSL role.

You will be be given access to our self-led eLearning course after booking your place. This will be our online advanced safeguarding training course.

You will also need to attend the live online training via video link and this includes trainer-led teaching, discussion and scenario-based learning.

Once you book your training, we will set you up on our Learning Management System (LMS) and send you a username and password so you can access the platform. From there, you will be able to begin the Advanced Safeguarding (DSL) eLearning courses before your live training session with us.

Our online courses are designed to be flexible and self-paced. You can start, pause, and resume the training at any time, allowing you to complete the course at a time that suits you. When you log back in, the system will automatically save your progress, so you can continue exactly where you left off without needing to revisit completed sections.

At the end of the online and live virtual training, you will receive a certificate valid for two years. You will also retain full access to the course content, resources, links, and downloads for the duration of your certificate’s validity.

Leaners will need:

• A reliable internet connection
• A computer, laptop or tablet
• Access to the video link provided before the session

A microphone and camera are recommended to support participation.

Learners will receive a PDF certificate of completion once they have completed their online self-led training courses and then receive another certificate when they have participated in the online trainer-led course.

Safeguarding leads are generally expected to update their safeguarding knowledge every two years to remain up to date with safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and emerging risks.

You can book as many delegates as required. However, if you have more than five participants, it may be more cost-effective to arrange a group session for your organisation. You can find out more about our on-site or face-to-face group safeguarding training, where one of our safeguarding experts will visit your premises at a time convenient for you.

If you cannot find a suitable date, please contact us and we will do our best to arrange an alternative session or discuss other training options.

No. Participants should not share confidential or identifying safeguarding information during the training session. Any examples discussed should remain anonymous.

The training is delivered by experienced safeguarding professionals with extensive knowledge of safeguarding practice across a range of sectors.

Smart Horizons provides safeguarding training designed by experienced safeguarding professionals who understand the responsibilities of Designated Safeguarding Leads across a range of organisations.

Our courses combine expert-led teaching, practical safeguarding scenarios and interactive discussion, helping participants build the knowledge and confidence needed to effectively carry out the DSL role.

Our training uses a blended learning approach, combining online safeguarding modules with a live virtual training session. This allows participants to be flexible with their training requriements and also learn the core safeguarding principles in advance and at a time convenient to them and then focus on discussion, practical application and real-life safeguarding scenarios during the live session. 

Yes. Our DSL training supports professionals working across a range of settings including:

• Schools and education providers
• Charities and community organisations
• Sports organisations
• Youth and voluntary groups
• Other organisations working with children and young people.

Live virtual training allows participants to interact directly with the trainer, ask questions and discuss safeguarding scenarios while benefitting from no travel costs.

The course helps participants understand safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and best practice, while developing confidence in managing safeguarding concerns, supporting staff and promoting a strong safeguarding culture within their organisation.