Free Level 2 Understanding Domestic Abuse Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting it around your existing commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll cover what domestic abuse is, the different forms it takes, how to recognise signs and risk factors, and how policies and services support survivors. The course is relevant to roles in social care, healthcare, education, housing, and community settings. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse.
Who this course is for
Our Understanding Domestic Abuse course is suitable for anyone who has a responsibility to respond to domestic abuse or support those experiencing domestic abuse. This includes employers, teachers, health and social care workers and anyone involved in safeguarding vulnerable adults, children or young people. Raising awareness about domestic abuse benefits individuals, businesses, and organisations. Physical abuse is often perceived as much worse since people can end up with physical wounds. Emotional abuse can be equally damaging and, in some cases, worse. It is important to understand and raise awareness of all types of domestic violence and abuse.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explain what domestic abuse is and describe its different forms
You'll recognise signs and risk factors of domestic abuse in individuals and families
You'll understand the impact domestic abuse has on victims, children, and families
You'll describe appropriate processes for reporting concerns and signposting to relevant services
You'll explore barriers that prevent people from seeking help
You'll understand how policies and safeguarding responses support survivors
You'll apply your knowledge to support your role in sectors such as social care, healthcare, education, or housing
How you will learn
There are no exams. You'll complete assessment activities online that demonstrate your knowledge across four units: understanding domestic abuse, signs and risk factors, impact, and policy and intervention. All study and assessment takes place online, so you can work through the material at a time and pace that suits you.
What you will need to bring
CT Skills will confirm anything you need before you start. As this is an online course, you'll need access to a device with an internet connection.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: helping individuals affected by domestic abuse
Safeguarding officer: identifying and responding to risk in organisations
Housing support worker: assisting vulnerable tenants in housing services
Healthcare assistant: recognising and responding to abuse in clinical settings
Teaching assistant: supporting safeguarding in schools and education settings
Community outreach worker: raising awareness and connecting people to services
Social care worker: supporting at-risk adults, children, and young people
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities across health, care, and education settings.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: useful if you work with people whose mental health has been affected by abuse or trauma.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification for those moving into or progressing within social care roles.
