
About Course
Empower yourself with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to recognise, respond to, and help prevent domestic abuse across educational, workplace, and community settings.
This self-paced, online 6-hour CPD course accredited to the IIFAL (International Institute for Adult Learning) framework provides a comprehensive introduction to the UK Domestic Abuse Strategy, the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, and core safeguarding responsibilities. It equips learners with the tools to identify abuse, understand the impact of trauma, and access support services in a safe, informed, and responsible manner.
Through interactive lessons, scenario-based activities, and self-assessment quizzes, you will:
- Understand the legal framework and protective measures available to victims
- Recognise the various forms of domestic abuse, including coercive control, financial abuse, and digital abuse
- Examine the role of education, employment, and community settings in prevention, early intervention, and support
- Apply trauma-informed approaches when supporting learners, colleagues, and community members
- Identify local and national support services and develop a practical action plan for real-world situations
This Level 2 (Intermediate) course is suitable for professionals, community members, and anyone committed to creating safer environments. No prior knowledge is required.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an IIFAL-accredited CPD certificate, demonstrating a clear understanding of domestic abuse awareness and the ability to respond appropriately, ethically, and safely.
Course Content
Module 1 – Introduction to Domestic Abuse Awareness
Lesson 1.1 – What is Domestic Abuse?
04:08Lesson 1.2 – Why Education, Employment & Community Settings Matter
Scenario-based drag-and-drop: Match interventions to settings
Understanding Domestic Abuse & Its Impact on Education, Employment, and Community Settings
Module 2 – Legislation, Policy & Safeguarding Responsibilities
Module 3 – Recognising Signs, Disclosure & Reporting Pathways
Module 4 – Education, RSE & Preventative Approaches
Module 5 – Trauma-Informed Practice in Education & Employment
Module 6 – Community Support, Employment Rights & Action Planning
Final Assessment – Domestic Abuse Awareness, Safeguarding & Support
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