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Domestic Violence And Abuse Level 3 Advanced Diploma
Advanced Studies in Domestic Violence & Abuse: Empowering Change Agents
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Rated Excellent
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This comprehensive and in-depth course provides an advanced understanding of domestic violence and abuse, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively intervene, support survivors, and contribute to prevention efforts.
Spanning ten lectures, the course explores various aspects of domestic violence and abuse, from foundational concepts to emerging issues and future directions. Through a combination of theoretical perspectives, legal frameworks, risk assessment strategies, trauma-informed approaches, intervention methods, and ethical considerations, participants will develop a holistic understanding of this complex issue.
By completing this advanced diploma course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful difference in addressing domestic violence and abuse, supporting survivors, and working towards a safer and more equitable society.
What you will learn
- Students will gain a clear understanding of what constitutes domestic violence and abuse, including its various forms and manifestations.
- Students will examine the cycle of abuse and power dynamics inherent in domestic violence situations.
- Students will explore different theoretical frameworks that inform our understanding of domestic violence, such as social learning theory, feminist perspectives
- Students will develop knowledge of international and national legal frameworks related to domestic violence.
- Students will learn how to assess the risks and indicators of domestic violence, including the assessment of lethality and danger.
- Students will gain an understanding of the psychological impact of trauma and explore trauma-informed approaches.
- Students will be introduced to various intervention and support services available for survivors of domestic violence.
- Students will gain knowledge about the impact of domestic violence on children.
- Students will understand the importance of prevention in addressing domestic violence.
- Students will develop an understanding of the ethical considerations and professional practices relevant to working with survivors of domestic violence.
Course content
In this lecture, participants will be introduced to the course and gain a foundational understanding of domestic violence and abuse. Topics covered include defining domestic violence, exploring historical context and societal attitudes, understanding different types and forms of abuse, examining the cycle of abuse and power dynamics, and recognizing the impact on survivors and children.
This lecture delves into the various theoretical frameworks that inform our understanding of domestic violence. Participants will explore social learning theory, the feminist perspective, psychological theories, systems theory, the ecological model, as well as the concept of intersectionality and multiple oppressions.
Examining the legal and policy landscape surrounding domestic violence, this lecture provides an overview of international and national legal frameworks. Participants will explore domestic violence legislation, the role of protection orders and restraining orders, child protection laws, custody issues, and the duty to report and mandatory reporting requirements.
This lecture focuses on risk assessment strategies and safety planning for survivors of domestic violence. Participants will learn to identify risk factors and indicators, assess lethality and danger, develop safety plans for survivors, explore multi-agency collaboration and risk management, and gain insights into working with high-risk cases.
Understanding the psychological impact of trauma is crucial in effectively supporting survivors. This lecture explores trauma-informed approaches, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, healing, recovery strategies, and the importance of self-care for professionals working in this field.
This lecture delves into the range of intervention and support services available for survivors of domestic violence. Participants will explore crisis intervention and hotline services, shelter and safe housing programs, counseling and therapy options, support groups and peer networks, as well as rehabilitation and reintegration programs.
Focusing on the impact of domestic violence on children, this lecture examines child protection and safeguarding. Participants will gain insights into the needs of child witnesses, navigate child custody and visitation issues, and explore support and therapeutic interventions for children affected by domestic violence.
Prevention plays a crucial role in addressing domestic violence. This lecture explores primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention approaches. Participants will examine community awareness campaigns, education and training initiatives, engaging men and boys in prevention efforts, as well as advocacy and policy change.
Ethical considerations and professional practice are essential in the field of domestic violence. This lecture explores confidentiality and data protection, cultural competence and diversity, boundaries and self-reflection, professional codes of ethics, and the importance of collaborative working and multidisciplinary teams.
In this final lecture, participants will explore emerging issues and future directions in the field of domestic violence. Topics covered include technology-facilitated abuse, elder abuse and domestic violence, the impact of COVID-19 and pandemics, global perspectives and challenges, as well as innovations in prevention and intervention.
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