An Introduction to Domestic abuse

An Introduction to Domestic abuse covers:

• The definition of domestic abuse as outlined by the new Domestic Abuse Act 2021.
• The different types of abuse that victim/survivors can experience.
• The warning signs and indicators that may suggest someone is a victim of domestic abuse.
• Ways to support victim/survivors of domestic abuse including how to ask and how to respond when someone is a victim/survivor of domestic abuse.
• All the local and national specialist domestic abuse support services and contact details
• Information about national safety initiatives to support and promote safety for victim/survivors of domestic abuse.

On completion of the training participants will also receive poster resources of the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline and an attendance certificate with CPD accreditation details. They will also receive a copy of the presentation for reference.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the CPD certification service and conforms to the Continuing professional development principles.

Who is it for?

As described, this 2-hour training session provides you with an introductory overview of domestic abuse. This training is suitable for anyone who has an interest in learning more about what domestic abuse looks like, and how to support victims. It is particularly useful for people who work in frontline services supporting the public for example, statutory services like social care, school staff or housing support. The training is also beneficial for anyone working in the third and voluntary sectors.

If you work with the general public, particularly people who are vulnerable then this training will be useful to you. However, considering that anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse this training provides a great overview of what indicators to look out for and how to help, so is appropriate for anyone who works with, volunteers or supports the general public.