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Domestic Violence Offender Course

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Domestic Violence Offender Program

Evidence-informed training focused on accountability, safety, and behavior change.

What you’ll learn

  • Power & control dynamics; cycle of abuse
  • Victim impact; effects on children
  • Trigger mapping & thinking-error checks
  • De-escalation, time-outs, healthy communication
  • Boundaries, consent, digital/financial abuse
  • Legal consequences & compliance

Who this helps

  • Court or probation-ordered participants
  • Attorney/diversion referrals (when authorized)
  • Individuals committed to prevention & change

Court acceptance

Requirements vary by jurisdiction. Confirm specifics (hours, documentation) with your court, probation officer, or attorney.

Program overview

Work through the modules below at your own pace. Time and progress track automatically.

Course outline

  • Expectations & accountability
  • Power/control & cycle of abuse
  • Victim impact & children’s safety
  • Triggers & thinking-error checks
  • De-escalation & communication
  • Boundaries, consent, digital/financial abuse
  • Legal orders & compliance
  • Safety planning & resources
  • Final review → assessment → certificate

Practice focus

  • Use time-outs and de-escalation steps during prompts.
  • Complete reflection items—answers save automatically.
  • Apply skills between modules; note outcomes.

Resources

  • National DV Hotline: thehotline.org
  • Victim services & shelters (local listings)
  • Legal aid & counseling referrals

Course Content

Lesson 1: Unmasking Domestic Violence: More than Meets the Eye
Lesson 2: The Silent Chains: Unraveling Subtle Controls
Lesson 5: Rebuilding Bridges: Pathways to Restoring Trust
Lesson 7: The Echo of Words: Understanding Emotional and Verbal Abuse
Lesson 9: Building Bridges: Restorative Communication in Relationships
Lesson 10: Charting a New Course: Closing Thoughts and Resources
Module 1
Module 1 · Chapter 1 — What Is Domestic Violence?
Module 1 · Chapter 2 — Patterns of Abuse and Control
Module 1 · Chapter 3 — Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and Escalation
Module 2
Module 2 · Chapter 1 — The Cycle of Violence and Power Dynamics
Module 2 · Chapter 4 — The Legal Consequences of Power and Control