Prevention of Domestic ViolenceLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

• to understand and recognize the dimensions of domestic violence, and to have the abilities to bring up domestic violence when meeting patients and families
• to know the national recommendations and suggestions as well as the legislation to prevent and reduce domestic violence, and also to be able to apply these pieces of knowledge in one´s own work
• to understand the importance of prevention of domestic violence and to be able to support a patient and family when promoting their health
• to be able to use empowerment guidance and counseling with the patients and families, that have encountered domestic violence

Content

• Domestic violence as a phenomenon, recognizing it, bringing it up and empowerment counseling/ guidance discussion
• Recommendations, instructions, legislation and the service system
• Safety skills and safety conversation
• A life free from sexual abuse
• One´s own professional progress

Qualifications

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Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
• To prove to understand the dimensions of domestic violence and recognizing them
• Is able to bring up violence when meeting patients and families
• To be able to apply the national recommendations and suggestions, as well as legislation in one’s own profession to prevent and reduce domestic violence
• To prove to understand the importance of preventive work in preventing domestic violence
• To be able to apply empowerment counseling and support the patient and family when promoting their health