DVA Awareness Training
As a DVA specialist, we support other professionals across Greater Manchester to build knowledge and raise awareness about Domestic Violence and Abuse. This course covers the definition of DVA, essential legislation, categories of abuse, indicators, the impact of DVA on victims, and effective responses. It will enhance your understanding of the dynamics which take place in abusive relationships and will equip you with the necessary skills to effectively respond when DVA is a concern.
Professional Boundaries for Frontline Workers
This course helps you understand the importance of appropriate professional boundaries. It explores challenges and how to overcome them, and it helps you to develop effective strategies to have a healthy work-life balance.
Impact of DVA on Children and Young People
Under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, children are recognised as victims of domestic abuse in their own right. This course heightens your knowledge and awareness of the effects of DVA on children and young people and helps you increase your confidence and skills to support children who are or have been exposed to DVA.
Working with Trauma Survivors
This course helps you enhance your knowledge and understanding of the impacts of trauma. From a trauma-informed approach, it explores how to have difficult conversations, manage distressed behaviour, and build resilience in ourselves and the people we support.
Bespoke Training
You can request a bespoke training session in our areas of expertise. Our training team will work with you to assess your needs and offer advice to provide a meaningful learning experience for you and/or your team.
The duration of our training sessions can vary to best adapt and respond to your needs, availability and budget. We can also offer bespoke sessions. For further information and to get a quote please contact Natalia Ayuso by emailing n.ayuso@manchesterwomensaid.org