Domestic Violence Course Descriptions

NOTE: The courses below with the +* are approved for Domestic Violence and CAC Elective Credits.

The classes with + are Domestic Violence, NAADAC, NBCC Approved.

+*DV: Anger Management for Offenders

7 credit hours - Domestic Violence/CAC Elective Credits

Tuition: $90 early registration discount $80*

*Must be received 10 days prior to class

Instructor: Sharon Huntoon, MS, MAC, CAC III, LPC

This course examines the nature of anger, where it originates, how to identify it and techniques for effectively managing anger. You will learn to assess the level of anger, trace its origins and design effective interventions for anger management

+*DV: Intimate Partner Abuse

7 credit hours - Domestic Violence/CAC Elective Credits

Tuition: $90 early registration discount $80*   

*Must be received 10 days prior to class

Instructor: Sharon Huntoon, MS, MAC, CAC III, LPC

This course examines the types of abuse; physical, sexual (including martial rape), psychological (including stalking), and economic deprivation. In addition, the course examines the causes and characteristics of abusers, their pattern of behavior and escalation signs as well as power and control techniques.

+*DV: Learning Styles

7 credit hours - Domestic Violence/CAC Elective Credits

Tuition: $90 early registration discount $80*

*Must be received 10 days prior to class

Instructor: Doris Kruse, CAC III, NCAC II

This workshop both presents and demonstrates a range of approaches utilized to address individual learning styles. Students will learn how to assess and effectively address their clients learning needs.

+*DV: Victim Empathy and Empowerment

7 credit hours - Domestic Violence/CAC Elective Credits

Tuition: $90 early registration discount $80*

*Must be received 10 days prior to class  

Instructor: Sharon Huntoon, MS, MAC, CAC III, LPC

What is the empowerment model? In this class you will learn how to apply the empowerment model in the clinical setting. The basis of this approach is understanding how to facilitate independent decision making which supports the healing process. Essential to the process is awareness of the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder how that's tied to the empowerment model. Finally, you will learn the practical application of creating boundaries and developing safety plans.