| Health Professionals Training Portfolio |
| Domesic Violence & Abuse |
| Based in well researched and evidence-based effective practice from the criminal justice sector, ignition training in domestic violence and abuse issues for Health settings is specifically developed to take account of the differences in contexts. Health professionals are often the first point of contact for those experiencing domestic violence and abuse and are often best placed to pick up the signs that abuse is occurring. Domestic abuse training is therefore a prerequisite in achieving the competence and confidence necessary to dealing with these issues. |
| Focus on Victims & Survivors |
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- Level 1: Why Doesn’t She Just Leave? (1 Day)
The course considers domestic violence & abuse awareness as relevant to the Health context: nature & prevalence of abuse, its indicators and effects and good practice on ensuring victim safety.
- Level 2: Asking the Question (1 Day)
Victims of domestic abuse present frequently in health care settings: research indicates that victims often wish to disclose their abuse if asked in the right way by health professionals. This course covers introducing the subject of abuse to victims in a supportive and safe way, incorporating good practice guidelines from professional bodies such as the BMA, RCOG and RCN.
- Level 3: Safe Advice Giving & Support (1 Day)
Often the most dangerous time for a victim of abuse is when attempting to leave an abusive situation: health professionals must therefore be sure of not increasing the risk to a woman by their attempts at support. This course embodies accepted good practice in supporting victims in a constructive but safe manner.
The 3 modules of the Why Doesn’t She Just Leave? package are available separately, depending upon requirements.
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| Notes |
| Level 1 Courses suitable for all staff whose work role involves some degree of contact with client group or where general awareness is desired
Level 2 Courses suitable or workers with more extensive involvement with client group, or with a specific job role requiring specific skills
Level 3 Courses suitable for workers with a specialist focus on client group or large degree of work time in contact with a given client group
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