ECLIPSE's Children and Family Violence training course provides participants with a greater understanding of the impacts of family violence on children and whānau. This course will introduce you to important aspects of child protection, the complexities produced by family violence, legislation, and practitioner obligations and responses.

By attending this course you'll:

• Be introduced to the dynamics and impacts of family violence and child abuse.

• ​Have a greater understanding of child development and the effects of family violence on children's development.

• Learn about the impacts of family violence on parenting and the protective nature of relationships.

• Be exposed to legislation relating to family violence and child protection.

• Learn about how practitioners can respond to concerns for children when family violence exists, including how to work with Oranga Tamariki.

• Grow in your knowledge and confidence to work with whānau when there are concerns for the safety or well-being of children.