This is a specialist course exploring the nature and dynamics of domestic abuse, with a focus on church settings.
The Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse course is available on the Church of England training portal.
Course requirements:
The Basic Awareness and Foundations courses must be completed prior to commencing this course. This course needs to be renewed every three years.
Who needs to complete this module?
This course is MANDATORY for:
- Anyone holding the Bishop’s licence, commission, authorisation, or permission (clergy, PTO, Readers, LLMs, Elders)
- Bishops’ Visitors/Pastoral Visitors
- Safeguarding Officers
- Ordinands during IME1
- Members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel
In addition:
We would also encourage PCC Members / Lay Chapter Members and all persons holding any other pastoral role within the Church.