Prevent Duty Training

Prevent Duty Training is a mandatory requirement in the UK, introduced under the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 . Its purpose is to ensure that professionals working with children, young people, and vulnerable adults can recognise, respond, and act on the risks of radicalisation. With extremism and online radicalisation continuing to affect UK communities, High Skills Training crafted this online course to help you understand your legal responsibilities while protecting those in your care.

This CPD-accredited prevent duty course covers key concepts such as radicalisation, terrorism, extremism, and the role of the Channel Programme . You will learn how radicalisation happens, the warning signs to look for in both online and face-to-face settings, and how to follow the “ Notice, Check, Share ” model. The training also explores how to record concerns, share information with safeguarding leads , and make a prevent referral when necessary .

The course is ideal for teachers, early years practitioners, social workers, healthcare professionals, youth workers, and designated safeguarding leads (DSLs). It is also relevant for anyone working in education, childcare, or community roles who may encounter vulnerable individuals. Delivered fully online, this preventive duty training provides flexibility for busy professionals to study at their own pace while still meeting statutory safeguarding requirements.

By completing this prevent duty training, you will gain the confidence to fulfil your safeguarding duties, identify risks early, and take the correct steps to protect individuals from being drawn into extremism. Also upon completion, you will get a Free PDF industry-recognised certificate instantly. The course highlights local initiatives, practical case studies, and community support networks, ensuring that you not only understand the law but can also apply it effectively in real-life scenarios. Enrol today .