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Economic abuse

Learn how to identify different forms of economic abuse and provide practical support.

Course summary

This course covers what economic abuse is, the different forms it can take and the impact on victims.

You’ll learn to how to identify abuse and respond safely and effectively to people experiencing economic abuse.

Course information

Level: Intermediate and Advanced (Level 4)

Live webinar

  • Available for: Groups
  • Duration: Half day
  • CPD points: 2

Group bookings

You can book this course for groups.

Contact us about group bookings

What this webinar covers

This course covers:

  • definitions of economic abuse

  • different forms of financial and economic abuse

  • potential impacts of economic abuse

  • practical ways to safely support people experiencing economic abuse

  • safeguarding and referral options

What you'll learn

At the end of this training, you'll be able to:

  • understand how economic abuse is used as a form or coercive control

  • respond safely and effectively to people experiencing economic abuse

  • make appropriate client referrals that prioritise safety and wellbeing

Who this training is for

You should already have an understanding of domestic abuse for this course.

You might be a voluntary or statutory sector frontline worker dealing with people who could be at risk of economic abuse.

Continuing Professional Development

Gain points towards your professional development from the CPD Certification Service with Shelter training and events.