Extended Education

Understanding Family Violence (COUN 0252)

This course is designed to help students develop a theoretical understanding of family violence. An overview of the individual, familiar and societal theories of family violence will be presented including an examination of how specific theoretical perspectives have helped shape different government policies and community services. The course will also review the current controversies, new approaches and cultural issues in the area of domestic violence intervention. Through both discussion and written assignments students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge to specific case studies.

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    Course length

    30 contact hours

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    Format

    Online

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    Course fees

    $590
    Pricing subject to change without notice

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Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • explain, in practical and theoretical terms, why family violence occurs
  • recognize the myths and realities of family violence
  • recognize and examine personal attitudes and feelings about family violence
  • explain how family violence affects individuals who are victimized and why it can be difficult for many to speak out and seek help, support and safety
  • explain why individuals use violence against others
  • effectively assess and appropriately intervene with victims and offenders of family violence
  • be cognizant of and adapt as needed his or her own clinical and culturally-appropriate personal helping style
  • identify what resources are available and appropriately utilize pertinent resources for support, referral and reporting

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Extended Education
185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

extended@umanitoba.ca
204-474-8800
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