This course provides a clear and practical understanding of domestic abuse within an educational setting. You will explore what domestic abuse is, the different forms it can take, and the factors that contribute to it. The course examines the impact of abuse on children, young people, and adults, including the different types of trauma they may experience and how behaviour can be a form of communication.
You will also learn about the short- and long-term effects of domestic abuse, effective strategies for supporting victims, and ways to reduce the lasting impact of trauma. The course concludes by focusing on how to support children and young people in developing healthy, positive relationships.
Sensitive Topic! The course content covers sensitive and occasionally challenging topics related to safeguarding, which may trigger upsetting emotions. Due to the nature of safeguarding training, these subjects must be addressed. Lists or examples may be provided, such as categories of early childhood trauma like sexual and physical violence, and neglect. If a topic triggers you, feel free to exit the course and seek support as needed.
This course is separated into four modules of learning:
Module One: What Is Domestic Abuse?
This module explores what domestic abuse is and the key issues associated with it.
Module Two: How Domestic Abuse Affects Children, Young People, and Adult Victims
This module examines the trauma experienced by children, young people, and adults as a result of domestic abuse, and what this means for their emotional and behavioural wellbeing.
Module Three: Strategies to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse
This module focuses on practical strategies for supporting victims of domestic abuse, with an emphasis on preventing traumatic experiences from becoming lifelong challenges.
Module Four: Helping Children and Young People Develop Positive Relationships
This module looks at how to support children and young people in building healthy, positive relationships of their own.
