Course Code: REL-ACU-0-FAV
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Define the scope and trends in family violence
Identify biopsychosocial characteristics of family violence
Indicate appropriate interventions for assisting victims of family violence
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Scope and Trends in Family Violence
Meet Maisie
Family Violence
Types of Family Violence
Forms of Family Violence
Consequences of Family Violence
Review
Summary
Section 3: Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Family Violence
Meet William
Biological Characteristics
Psychological Characteristics
Social Characteristics
Review
Summary
Section 4: Interventions to Help Families Affected by Violence
Prevention
Identifying Family Violence
Reporting Family Violence
Promoting Safety
Longer-Term Interventions
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
Reference
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Certified Medical Assistants; Nurses; Physicians; Social Workers; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.