National framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)
The National Adult Support and Protection Learning and Development Framework supports the delivery of ASP learning in Scotland. It is intended to be used for all staff and volunteers who might come into contact with adults as part of their role and applies across all organisations operating in Scotland. The resources in this section are all included at the end of the Framework. They represent learning and development resources that may have application for workforce levels. Each workforce level for whom this might be relevant is detailed in the resource description. The references and links set out in the Framework are also available.
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ASPire 2026: Learn all the basics about Adult Support and Protection (webinar)
ASPire recordingsNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)24 Mar 2026This is an ASPire webinar from February 2026. It is a short, general introduction to Adult Support and…
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Adult Support and Protection: General awareness (seven-minute briefing)
National APC Convenors' resourcesNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)Seven-minute briefings24 Mar 2026Adult Support and Protection (ASP) is everyone’s business. This 7-minute briefing sets out what ASP is, defines an…
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Adult safeguarding: Roles and competencies for health care staff (Royal College of Nursing)
National framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)National guidance and frameworks17 Nov 2025This document has been designed for health care staff and the teams they work with. It supports staff…
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Public protection (learning site)
Learning materialNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)17 Nov 2025These resources are designed to support the health workforce in relation to child and adult protection responsibilities. The…
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Role of the second person / secondary worker in Adult Support and Protection investigations
Learning materialNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)17 Nov 2025This work planner and powerpoint presentation outlines the role of the second person / secondary worker within an…
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Understanding age in Child Protection guidance and Adult Support and Protection legislation (one-page explainer)
Briefings, reviews and reportsNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)17 Nov 2025This one-page explainer sets out what can be found in the resource Understanding age in Child Protection guidance…
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Adults with Incapacity (AWI) for Health, Social Work and Social Care: Learning resource
Learning materialNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)17 Nov 2025This learning resource supports understanding of the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. It promote people’s rights in…
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Best practice for effective access and involvement of independent advocacy for an adult in Adult Support and Protection processes
National Adult Support and Protection resourcesNational framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)17 Nov 2025This document sets out good practice guidance for independent advocacy when an adult is defined as ‘at risk’…
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RCGP safeguarding standards for general practice: Briefing
National framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)National guidance and frameworks17 Nov 2025This briefing outlines the standards for GPs and general practice staff from the Royal College of General Practitioners…
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Seven-minute briefing: Adult Support and Protection for GPs, primary care and other health staff
National framework for Adult Support and Protection learning and development in Scotland (learning and development resources)Seven-minute briefings17 Nov 2025This seven-minute briefing is a primer for all staff working in health on Adult Support and Protection in…