Domestic abuse perpetrators part two: risk assessment
Develop your understanding of how to assess and manage the risk that perpetrators of domestic abuse pose.
Course summary
This course covers how to assess a perpetrator's capacity and likelihood to cause further harm, by examining patterns of abuse over time.
You'll work through case studies and serious case reviews, applying perpetrator risk factors to safeguarding, risk management and multi-agency planning.
Course information
Level: Intermediate and Advanced (Level 4)
Face to face training
- Available for: Groups
- Duration: One day
Live webinar
- Available for: Individuals, groups
- Duration: Half day
Individual bookings
| Date | Duration and time | Delivery and location | Cost Eligibility and discounts | Book Booking guidance |
| Wednesday 17 March 2027 | Half day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Webinar | £115+VAT | £105+VAT | Book |
What this course covers
Face to face and webinar training includes:
the move from victim-focused to perpetrator-focused risk assessment
behavioural patterns, coercive control and warning signs
high-harm, serial and escalating perpetrators
links between domestic abuse, stalking, sexual violence and harm to children
risk factors, protective factors and triggers
using professional curiosity to identify minimisation, denial and manipulation
What you'll learn
At the end of this training, you'll be able to:
identify key indicators of perpetrator risk and harmful behaviour
assess patterns of abuse over time
recognise factors linked to escalation and serious harm
contribute to safeguarding and multi-agency risk management
Who this training is for
You'll need a good working knowledge of domestic abuse, safeguarding and perpetrator behaviour. We recommend taking Domestic abuse perpetrators part one: response first.
You might work in a housing, homelessness or safeguarding role where you engage with or respond to perpetrators
Continuing Professional Development
Gain points towards your professional development from the CPD Certification Service with Shelter training and events.
