Level 2 Understanding Domestic Abuse Course. Study online. You can work through the material at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. The course covers the signs and risk factors of domestic abuse, its impact on those affected, and the national strategies in place to address it. It's relevant to roles in healthcare, social care, education, childcare, and housing. No formal entry requirements. The course typically takes 6 months.
Who this course is for
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse is a nationally recognised qualification designed to deepen learners' awareness and understanding of domestic abuse, including its signs, risk factors, impact, and the national strategies used to address it.
This course is ideal for individuals working in or aspiring to work in sectors such as healthcare, social care, education, childcare, and housing, where identifying, supporting, and signposting those at risk is vital.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entrance requirements.
What you will learn
You'll identify the signs and types of domestic abuse.
You'll understand the risk factors that can increase vulnerability.
You'll explore the impact of domestic abuse on individuals, families, and children.
You'll learn about national strategies and legislation used to tackle domestic abuse.
You'll understand how to support and signpost people who may be at risk.
You'll recognise the roles different agencies play in responding to domestic abuse.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks completed online. There are no formal exams. You submit your work digitally, and a tutor will assess it against the requirements of the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Professional Development and Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: helping people affected by domestic abuse access services.
Housing officer: identifying and supporting tenants at risk.
Early years practitioner: recognising signs of abuse in family settings.
Healthcare assistant: supporting patients who may be experiencing abuse.
School support staff: working with children and families in education settings.
Social care worker: assessing risk and coordinating safeguarding responses.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: useful if you want to move into direct support or advocacy roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your qualification for senior care or support work.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding: deepens your knowledge of child and adult safeguarding, relevant across health, education, and social care.
