Learning Goals

• Identify the definitions of domestic violence, and the distinctions among types of violence.
• Describe victim advocacy role in assisting victims of intimate partner violence.
• List the basic elements of crisis intervention and response. 
• Define threats and lethality measures for clients.
• Create and identify resources for clients.
• Create a safety plan with victims/survivors.
• Explain the steps of the local legal system.
• Describe the effects of children involved in domestic violence situations.