Domestic Abuse Training Course

Our Domestic Abuse Awareness course provides a comprehensive understanding of what domestic abuse is, who is at risk, and how it can occur through cycles of abuse. This CPD-certified training helps learners build the knowledge and confidence to recognise signs of abuse, respond appropriately, and understand safeguarding responsibilities.
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Domestic Abuse Overview

Our domestic abuse awareness course provides a comprehensive understanding of what domestic abuse is, who is at risk, and how it can occur through cycles of abuse. Domestic abuse can take many forms, emotional, physical, psychological, and financial, and affects people across all demographics. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of how abuse may be experienced, how to recognise early warning signs, and how to respond effectively and sensitively.

Delivered in four in-depth units, the course covers patterns of abuse, coercive control, stalking, and honour-based abuse, as well as how to support someone who has made a disclosure. It also explores relevant legislation, including the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, and how to apply safeguarding duties and organisational policies. Fully online and self-paced, this CPD-certified course includes a final knowledge check to reinforce learning and support best practice.
Duration
1h 20m
Number of Units
4
Accreditation
CPD certified
Course Category
Health & Social Care

Learning Outcomes

  • To gain an understanding of the term ‘Domestic Abuse’
  • To gain an understanding of the prevalence of Domestic Abuse
  • To gain an understanding of misconceptions surrounding Domestic Abuse
  • To gain an understanding of how national policy and strategy in relation to Domestic Abuse has changed over time
  • To gain an understanding of the law and legislation in place to protect against Domestic Abuse
  • To gain an understanding of how to report and respond to suspected Domestic Abuse

Training Units

These training units help learners understand the different forms abuse can take, how to spot the signs, respond appropriately to disclosures, and apply safeguarding principles in line with current legislation and best practice.

What is Domestic Abuse?

20m

This unit introduces the different forms and patterns of abuse, including the cycle of abuse, its impact on children, and online risks.

  • Defining Domestic Abuse
  • The Cycle Of Abuse
  • Domestic Abuse Online
  • Domestic Abuse And Children

Recognising Domestic Abuse

20m

Learners will develop an understanding of how abuse presents in various forms, including controlling and coercive behaviours.

  • Coercive Control
  • Types Of Abuse
  • Stalking And Harassment
  • Forced Marriage And Honour-Based Abuse

Responding to Suspected Domestic Abuse

15m

This unit explores how to respond sensitively and appropriately to disclosures, with guidance on when safeguarding duties apply.

  • How To Handle A Disclosure
  • When Safeguarding Duties Do Apply
  • When Safeguarding Duties Do Not Apply
  • The Support Available

Legislation, Policy and Strategy

15m

Here, learners explore key legislation and policies relevant to domestic abuse and how they can be applied in real-world care settings.

  • Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (Clare’s Law)
  • The Domestic Abuse Act 2021
  • Further Legislation

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