Event Details

Course Description – Online Training

This state mandated online certification training is the first step for anyone interested in working directly with victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and child abuse in Connecticut. Individuals can also take this training for professional development and a certificate of completion will be awarded after successful completion. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. The training fee is $300. The fee will be waived for accepted interns.

This intensive 40+ hour course is led by The Center’s professional staff as well as experts from our community. Topics covered include the dynamics of domestic violence, sexual violence and child abuse, trauma informed approaches, strength-based safety planning, hope centered advocacy, and community collaboration strategies. Sessions will also focus on state confidentiality requirements, violence prevention, working with diverse communities, community and national resources as well as strategies for social change. Participants will take part in engaging discussions and interactive group activities.

The June 2021 certification training will start on Tuesday, June 1 and end on Saturday, June 19, 2021. Specific dates/times are below (Eastern Standard Time). The next training will be scheduled for September 2021.

Training Dates/Times (EST)

Week One                                                  

Tuesday, June 1 10:00-3:00pm

Thursday, June 3 10:00-3:00pm

Saturday, June 5 10:00-3:00pm

Week Two

Tuesday, June 8 10:00-3:00pm

Thursday, June 10 10:00-3:00pm

Saturday, June 12 10:00-3:00pm

Week Three

Tuesday, June 15 3:00-8:00pm* [NOTE later training time]

Thursday, June 17 10:00-3:00pm

Saturday, June 19 10:00-3:00pm