Credential(s) Offered
Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Participants will be prepared to work in victim advocacy arenas, such as domestic violence shelters, crisis centers, crisis hotlines, and with state and county governments to assist crime victims in progressing through the criminal justice system and toward successful recovery. Course topics include legal terminology, legal process, legislation regarding victims’ rights, jurisdiction and venue, ethics, effects of victimization on the victim, victim advocate skills, guardianships and crisis intervention. It also covers counseling skills for victims of assault, battery, robbery, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, murder and homicide. This session focuses on legal terminology and the legal process, theories of victimization, effects of crime on victims and guidelines for responding to victims of crime and trauma. Crime victim statutes will also be discussed. This session covers crisis theories and the role of the crisis interventionist. Students will learn how to respond to crisis situations, understand the actual nature of the crisis, assess the victim’s situation, and implement effective listening skills to determine the best support system for the victim. During this session students will learn the facts and myths regarding domestic violence, crimes against children, sexual assault, and related crimes. Discussions will include restraining orders, basic police procedures, guidelines for assisting those dealing with the death of a loved one, and the role of the victim advocate. Job search strategies and placement possibilities will also be discussed.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
7
Hours
45
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Massabesic Adult and Community Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Varies
Local WIB
4 - Coastal Counties Local Area 4
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Completion
Name of Credential
NACP Provisional credential (Basic, intermediate or advanced)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
n/a
Refund Policy
NA
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - National Advocate Credentialing Program
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$60.00 Does not include shipping costs
In-State Tuition
$995.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$995.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,055.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,055.00
