About the course

The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hidden.

The new Domestic Abuse Act 2021 makes prosecuting domestic abuse more straightforward, and offers more protection to those who are being abused, but cases still need to be identified and responses need to be effective. This qualification is for anyone who has a responsibility to respond to domestic abuse or support those experiencing domestic abuse. This includes employers, teachers, health and social care workers and anyone involved in safeguarding vulnerable adults, children or young people.

The knowledge individuals will gain is not sector-specific but can be applied to a broad range of personal and professional situations. Individuals who may find this course useful to their professional life include: teachers, mental health workers, crisis helpline volunteers, support workers, individuals in a safeguarding role, parents or guardians, and others working with individuals who may be at increased risk of domestic abuse.

Please note, this is a fully online course and you will be given access to an online portfolio upon successful completion of the initial assessment process.

What you will learn:

Unit 1 - Understand domestic abuse

Unit 2 - Understand the signs and risk factors associated with domestic abuse

Unit 3 - Understand the impact of domestic abuse

Unit 4 - Understand policy, response, and intervention in relation to domestic abuse