This course focuses on the interplay between domestic violence and substance abuse and best-practice philosophies for working with domestic violence survivors and batterers in substance abuse treatment settings.

Topics covered include:

• Connection between substance abuse and domestic violence
• Crisis intervention and treatment planning for the survivor client
• Characteristics and profiles of batterers
• Emotional and behavioral effects of violence on children
• Screening and assessment issues
• Treatment issues and considerations
• Cultural considerations
• Legal and ethical considerations

20 Hours – $140