Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Domestic Violence and Abuse

The Components of Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence on Victims

Domestic Violence and Abuse on Children

Risks of Domestic Violence and Abuses on Children

Supporting the Victim and Reporting Incidents

Lesson Summary

This module will give you a broader understanding of domestic abuse and violence. We look at the signs of abuse in a relationship, the cycle of abuse and patterns of behaviour and the Duluth Model. This module briefly looks at the impact of domestic abuse on children as well as how to recognise and help victims of domestic abuse and violence.

Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn about identifying and reporting domestic violence and abuse in children and adults.

Fundamentals of Domestic Violence and Abuse

Domestic violence is common and many adults and children experience some sort in their lifetime. This course examines how to report abuse and explores the signs of abuse in a relationship. We will discuss different types and what to do if you suspect that a child is being abused. You will also learn how to help adults and children affected by domestic violence. Additionally, you will know how to report an incident in confidence.

Child Sexual Exploitation Patterns

Abuse Disclosure, Therapy and Support

Record Keeping & Management of Child Protection Information

Supporting a Child Dealing with Distress

This module discusses Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) patterns, the impact of sexual abuse and human trafficking, the abuse disclosure procedure, and various therapy programmes for providing appropriate reactions and support to abused children. We also explore how to manage child protection information and how to support a distressed child.

Child Sexual Exploitation: Support and Interventions - Course Assessment

This free online course offers strategies for suitably responding to abused children and providing assistance.

Child Sexual Exploitation: Support and Interventions

Organisations that engage with children should ideally have a set of protocols in place to respond quickly and effectively to abuse complaints. This training provides the best approach to support an abused child after understanding the indicators and the severity of the repercussions of sexual abuse. We also learn about record-keeping, managing child protection information, and therapeutic approaches for distressed children and young people.

Introduction to School Counselling

Who is a School Counsellor?

The Work of a School Counsellor

This module introduces you to school-based counselling and will teach you how to build a good counselling relationship with your clients. You will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of a school counsellor. Ways to deal with children and adolescents, parents, technology and children with psychological problems will also be examined.

Training for School Counsellors - Course Assessment

Learn how school counsellors build healthy relationships through good communication in this free online course.

Training for School Counsellors

Counselling in schools is a rising field of study. Many children and adolescents need to talk to someone outside their immediate circle of family and friends during periods of mental or physical distress. This course explains these challenges and how to approach them from a counselling perspective. We also show you how to use technology to advise students and families and how to handle children with psychological and behavioural problems.

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