Domestic Violence

Course overview

This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills related to the identification, assessment, intervention, and prevention of domestic violence and abuse. Participants will review the dynamics of domestic violence, risk factors, warning signs, barriers to reporting, and the physical and psychological impact on victims and families. The course also explores evidence-based screening practices, trauma-informed care, mandatory reporting requirements, safety planning, community resources, and the role of healthcare professionals in supporting victims while promoting patient safety and advocacy.