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Supporting Adults At Risk Of Domestic Abuse And Violence LGBTQ Adult Well-being

Level 1 Country: UK

If you have large groups of learners requiring this training we encourage the use of online training.

Description & Learning objectives

Domestic abuse and violence is a pattern of behaviour which is characterised by the exercise of control and the misuse of power by one person over another within an intimate relationship or a family. Domestic abuse knows no boundaries and occurs across society in different ages, gender, race, ethnicity, or religious groups regardless of sexual orientation, wealth, disability, or geography.

This course will look at domestic abuse and violence, as well as LGBTQ domestic abuse specifically. It will examine what domestic abuse is and the law surrounding it. It will also identify the characteristics of a healthy relationship and the warning signs for a possibly unhealthy one.

The learning objectives for this course are as follows:

  1. To understand what domestic abuse is and how it takes hold
  2. To urge LGBT domestic abuse victim to speak out
  3. To be aware of domestic abuse in the news
  4. To be aware of domestic abuse statistics
  5. To understand additional barriers that the LGBTQ community may face
  6. To know the characteristics of healthy relationships
  7. To know the warning signs for unhealthy relationships
  8. To be aware of Bidman’s categories of psychological torture
  9. To know the impact of domestic abuse on children
  10. To know what adults can do to help children in abusive homes
  11. To be aware of additional needs and vulnerabilities
  12. To know where to find effective support and resources
  13. To understand the Criminal Justice System and Civil Court System
  14. To know the importance of confidence and self-esteem
  15. To understand personal support and safety planning
  16. To know how to keep safe
  17. To be aware of Clare’s Law and the domestic violence disclosure scheme
  18. To be aware of stalking and harassment
  19. To be aware of important national telephone numbers and references

This course meets the Training, Support, and Development Standards as outlined in The Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011.

Upon booking this course, we will discuss the learning objectives and outcomes you wish to achieve based on the young people in your care.

We also have an advanced version, which is specifically for designated individuals or seniors.

Should you wish to discuss your needs before making a booking, please go via our live chat.

As part of The Big Initiative, you’re able to access free well-being online courses that have been created by leading practitioners. This online course is designed to provide you with support and knowledge on the subject. Please always reach out to a professional if you feel that you need further support.

A healthy, happy workforce is good for business. It reduces absences, increases productivity, and grows your bottom line. Bringing your best team to work is about teaching them healthy habits and lifestyle changes that they can make out of work, as well as in.

Our health and wellness experts have been making a difference in a wide variety of sectors for a number of years.

Please speak to a professional should you need further support after completing this online course.

What to expect

Some subjects have less or more modules

01

Course

This is your course. Designed using interactions, gamification, videos, reading & reflective practises

02

Quiz

An assessment to gauge how much knowledge you have retained. In some course this unit is within the course

03

Handbook

A comprehensive handbook that you can download - based on the course - to support you in the future if you need a recap. In some courses, this unit is within the course

04

LOR

The learning outcome review is designed to ascertain what the learner has learnt & how the knowledge will be implemented day to day

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