Domestic abuse awareness
Learn about the different definitions, myths, stereotypes, and forms of domestic abuse.
Course summary
This course covers the signs and indicators of domestic abuse.
You’ll learn the reasons behind why clients may remain in, or return to, abusive relationships.
Course information
Level: Introductory (Level 3)
Face to face training
- Available for: Individuals, groups
- Duration: One day
- CPD points: 6
Live webinar
- Available for: Individuals, groups
- Duration: Half day
- CPD points: 3
Individual bookings
Date | Duration and time | Delivery and location | Cost Eligibility and discounts | Book Booking guidance |
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £105+VAT | £95+VAT | Book |
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £105+VAT | £95+VAT | Book |
What this course covers
Face to face and webinar training includes:
defining domestic abuse and the Care Act 2015 guidance
common signs and symptoms of domestic abuse and how to identify it over the phone
supporting customers to identify an abusive relationship
responding to disclosures and requests for help
signposting and referral to specialist services
Face to face training
Face to face training also covers:
honour based abuse
risk assessment overview and high-risk support services
overview of civil law legal rights and options
non-molestation order and occupation injunctions
Protection from Harassment Act 1997
local authority Sanctuary Schemes
What you'll learn
At the end of this training, you'll be able to:
respond to disclosures and requests for help
signpost and refer to specialist services
Who this training is for
You'll find it helpful if you already have some understanding of domestic abuse for this course.
You might work in a frontline role with members of the public.
Continuing Professional Development
Gain points towards your professional development from the CPD Certification Service with Shelter training and events.