Aim/Context
This programme will support key staff to respond to safeguarding concerns in line with HSE Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse Policy and Procedures (2014).
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this programme you will have:
- Explored in detail the safeguarding co-ordinating role (incorporating the role of the designated officer/service manager/safeguarding co-ordinator/manager) as outlined in the HSE National Policy and Procedures – Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse
- Considered relevant legislation and related policies to support effective safeguarding practice
- Explored practice approaches with a specific focus on undertaking preliminary screenings and producing safeguarding plans
- Considered effective practice approaches in the assessment and management of safeguarding concerns recognising the importance of risk consideration.
Duration
6.5 hours
Delivery Method
The programme is delivered in a blended format comprising of a number of stages:
- Prerequisite - Safeguarding Adults at Risk of Abuse eLearning programme on HSeLanD.
- Stage 1 Safeguarding Designated Officer webinar and course reading (practice exploration of policy, safeguarding roles, related legislation and key related policies)
- Stage 2: Case scenario work to consist of preliminary screening and safeguarding plan.
- Stage 3: Live interactive workshop This workshop may be hosted online or in a classroom.
CPD Eligibility
Awarded 7 CEUs by NMBI CORU applicants can apply for credits through the CPD process.
Who should apply?
Staff who have a key role in coordinating responses to safeguarding concerns within services, such as undertaking safeguarding assessments and developing safeguarding plans such as:
- Adult Safeguarding Designated Officers
- Service Managers
- Safeguarding Coordinator/Managers
How to enrol
Register on HSeLanD and search the Course Catalogue for Adult Safeguarding Designated Officer programme.
2026 Designated Officer Training Dates
Date of Training (online)
|
Date open for registration on HSELanD
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| Thursday 8 January 2026 |
Wednesday 19 November 2025 |
| Wednesday 14 January 2026 |
Wednesday 19 November 2025 |
| Tuesday 20 January 2026 |
Thursday 20 November 2025 |
| Tuesday 27 January 2026 |
Wednesday 10 December 2025 |
| Thursday 5 February 2026 |
Friday 5 December 2025 |
| Monday 9 February 2026 |
Tuesday 9 December 2025 |
| Thursday 12 February 2026 |
Friday 12 December 2025 |
| Tuesday 17 February 2026 |
Wednesday 17 December 2025 |
| Thursday 26 February 2026 |
Friday 26 December 2025 |
| Wednesday 4 March 2026 |
Sunday 4 January 2026 |
| Tuesday 10 March 2026 |
Saturday 10 January 2026 |
| Thursday 19 March 2026 |
Monday 19 January 2026 |
| Wednesday 25 March 2026 |
Sunday 25 January 2026 |
| Thursday 2 April 2026 |
Monday 2 February 2026 |
| Tuesday 7 April 2026 |
Saturday 7 February 2026 |
| Tuesday 14 April 2026 |
Saturday 14 February 2026 |
| Wednesday 22 April 2026 |
Sunday 22 February 2026 |
| Wednesday 29 April 2026 |
Saturday 28 February 2026 |
| Wednesday 6 May 2026 |
Friday 6 March 2026 |
| Wednesday 13 May 2026 |
Friday 13 March 2026 |
| Thursday 14 May 2026 |
Saturday 14 March 2026 |
| Tuesday 19 May 2026 |
Thursday 19 March 2026 |
| Wednesday 27 May 2026 |
Friday 27 March 2026 |
| Thursday 4 June 2026 |
Saturday 4 April 2026 |
| Wednesday 17 June 2026 |
Friday 17 April 2026 |
| Tuesday 23 June 2026 |
Thursday 23 April 2026 |
| Tuesday 30 June 2026 |
Thursday 30 April 2026 |
| Thursday 9 July 2026 |
Saturday 9 May 2026 |
| Wednesday 15 July 2026 |
Friday 15 May 2026 |
| Thursday 23 July 2026 |
Saturday 23 May 2026 |
| Monday 27 July 2026 |
Wednesday 27 May 2026 |
| Tuesday 4 August 2026 |
Thursday 4 June 2026 |
| Tuesday 18 August 2026 |
Thursday 18 June 2026 |
| Thursday 27 August 2026 |
Saturday 27 June 2026 |
| Thursday 3 September 2026 |
Friday 3 July 2026 |
| Monday 7 September 2026 |
Tuesday 7 July 2026 |
| Monday 14 September 2026 |
Tuesday 14 July 2026 |
| Tuesday 22 September 2026 |
Wednesday 22 July 2026 |
| Monday 28 September 2026 |
Tuesday 28 July 2026 |
| Thursday 1 October 2026 |
Saturday 1 August 2026 |
| Monday 5 October 2026 |
Wednesday 5 August 2026 |
| Thursday 8 October 2026 |
Saturday 8 August 2026 |
| Tuesday 13 October 2026 |
Thursday 13 August 2026 |
| Wednesday 21 October 2026 |
Friday 21 August 2026 |
| Thursday 22 October 2026 |
Saturday 22 August 2026 |
| Wednesday 4 November 2026 |
Friday 4 September 2026 |
| Tuesday 10 November 2026 |
Thursday 10 September 2026 |
| Thursday 19 November 2026 |
Saturday 19 September 2026 |
| Wednesday 25 November 2026 |
Friday 25 September 2026 |
| Tuesday 1 December 2026 |
Thursday 1 October 2026 |
| Wednesday 9 December 2026 |
Friday 9 October 2026 |
| Tuesday 15 December 2026 |
Thursday 15 October 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should apply?
Staff who have a key role in coordinating responses to safeguarding concerns within services, such as undertaking safeguarding assessments and developing safeguarding plans such as:
- Adult Safeguarding Designated Officers
- Service Managers
- Safeguarding Coordinator/Managers
How do I to enrol?
Register on HSeLanD.
Enrol on Safeguarding adults designated officer programme Stage 1 and 2.
Who can access HSeLanD?
HSeLanD is available to health and social care staff at all levels across the statutory (HSE) and voluntary Health and Social Care sector agencies throughout the Republic of Ireland (Section 38 and 39). It is also available to 3rd level Health and Social Care undergraduate students as well as agency professionals engaged by the HSE.
I’ve enrolled on HSeLanD – now what?
Complete Stages 1 and 2 on HSeLanD.
Stage 2 requires you to complete a scenario-based exercise and upload your completed work onto HSeLanD.
When that work has been processed (please allow 1-2 working days) you will receive an email inviting you to choose a date for Stage 3.
How do I upload my completed deskwork?
Upload your completed deskwork within the knowledge centre of Safeguarding adults designated officer programme Stage 1 and 2.
Upload instructions are included in the deskwork document.
How do I pick a date for Stage 3 Workshop?
Please allow 1-2 working days for the NSO to process your deskwork. You will then receive an email from HSeLanD inviting you to choose a date for Stage 3.
There is no workshop date to select
The National Safeguarding Office schedules 3-4 workshops per month.
For all dates see table above & note registration opening and closing dates.
Check back (HSeLanD) as workshops become available each week. Spaces may also become available as cancellations arise.
I can’t attend my chosen workshop. What should I do?
You can transfer your registration to another date via HSeLanD before the closing date
When will I receive the link for the interactive workshop?
The link for online interactive workshops is sent to your email in the days prior to the workshop.
When will I receive the location for my in-person workshop?
The exact room location/address for in-person workshops is sent to your email in the days prior to the workshop.
How do I get a certificate of completion?
Login to HSeLanD and your certificate will be under the ‘certificates’ tab. Please allow 1-2 working days for your attendance to be processed.
Is there CPD points awarded?
Awarded 7 CEUs by NMBI.
CORU registered professionals can apply for credits through the CPD process
I have a question that isn’t answered here
Get in touch with the National Safeguarding Office
Email: safeguarding.socialcare@hse.ie
Phone: 061 461 165
