Certificate in Domestic Violence Intervention

"Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic abuse or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. It includes the use of physical and sexual violence, threats and intimidation, emotional abuse and economic deprivation. Many of these different forms of domestic violence/abuse can be occurring at any one time within the same intimate relationship" (National Domestic Violence Hotline).

The Certificate in Domestic Violence Intervention is offered to those who are interested in gaining expertise specific to domestic and sexual violence evidence-based interventions.  All students are required to provide service in the community to learn about best practices for service delivery in real-world settings. The certificate provides both academic and practical expertise in domestic and sexual violence advocacy. 

This training will:

Provide in-depth, comprehensive Behaviors of Domestic Violence

Explore trauma and discuss ways to start healing from traumatic events.

Discuss ways to collaborate with community partners.

Understanding legal rights and remedies for domestic violence.

Outcomes obtained by students:

Connecting community partners to evidence-based interventions and care for domestic violence survivors

Real-world impact by delivering service to a non-profit organization

Creating a statewide network of domestic and sexual violence advocates

Bringing domestic and sexual violence expertise into all social service programs

Registration Fee: $50.00

*Tuition Cost: $450.00 (Includes registration fee)

Program Total: 12 credit hours

Required Textbook: 'Ten Steps to Overcoming Trauma and Abuse' by Dr. Brenda R. Bingham. 

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Course Syllabus: Navigating the Chaos

*Payment options available upon request.