Domestic Violence: The Basics

Description:  This offering presents the legal and operational definitions and terminology commonly used re domestic violence populations.  Recent statistics on prevalence and incidence are presented.  A brief understanding of the Duluth model of Domestic Violence Intervention will preface more in-depth examination of batterers, and victim profiles, typology, and other descriptive information.  An overview addressing intervention strategy, current treatment options, and cross-disciplinary interface will be discussed.  The session concludes with a risk analysis paradigm for understanding and developing working interventions with victims of domestic violence.  Finally, the course will cover danger assessment and safety plans.  This is the recommended domestic violence course for new licensees approved for Florida and other states.

CE Credits: 2

CE Broker#:  20-28679

Methods: Pre-test, study guide, posttest and evaluation, internet sources via URLs, Q&A by email.

Content Area: Domestic violence, Social and cultural foundations, Professional orientation/readiness, Risk management, Documentation/treatment planning, Legal and regulatory, Abuse and trauma.

Purpose: This course is developed to prepare practitioners to identify and plan intervention with those affected by domestic violence.

Target Audience: Social workers, marriage and family therapists, licensed professional counselors, mental health counselors, nurses, employee assistance professionals, addiction professionals, behavioral health technicians, and other allied professionals who may work with these populations.