Understanding Abuse and Trauma Level 2

Course code: SH026

Understand the types of abuse and trauma experienced by children and adults.
Learn more about how abuse and trauma impact on an individual’s mental health.
Study the signs of child abuse, how to respond to incidents and how to support the victim.
Develop your knowledge of how to report abuse and the rights of the victims.

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The course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email making it easier and hassle-free.

All the materials will be delivered to you, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors are always a click away by email, giving you advice and helping you through your course.

Course Duration

Up to 12 months

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments

Child Abuse

Types
Signs of child abuse
Munchausen by proxy syndrome
Sexual abuse
Ritual abuse
Responding to child abuse
Supporting children who have been abused

Adult Abuse

Domestic abuse
Emotional abuse
Physical abuse
Sexual assault
Police action
Verbal abuse
Elder abuse
Male abuse
Effects of abuse
Effects on friends and family
Reluctant to leave
Signs of abuse
Behavioural
Physical
Why do people abuse?
Reporting abuse
Courts
Staying safe
Leaving abuse
Law
Sexual Offences Act 2003

Abuse and Mental Health

Classifications
Post-traumatic stress
Diagnosis
Treatment options
Anxiety
Sleep
Self-harming
Stress
Suicide
Low self-esteem
Addiction
Dissociative disorders

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of assignments, which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination is required.

Course duration

This course will take you 12 months to complete.

Study method

This course will allow you to work at home or at work. All materials for the course will be received by post. You will also get tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course outcomes

At the end of this course, successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding body

This course has been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.
This course has been benchmarked at level 2 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

What skills do I need to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Comprehensive study guide
Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
Open Study College pen and highlighter
Student study planner
Student notebook
FREE XO Student Discounts card
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers

How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will achieve Certificate of Achievement in Understanding Abuse and Trauma Level 2.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.