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Professional Development & Training

At Nottingham Central Women’s Aid, we are committed not only to supporting survivors of domestic abuse but also to sharing our expertise with professionals and organisations to improve responses, awareness, and practice.

 

Our professional development and training programmes are designed to be trauma-informed, survivor-informed, and evidence-based, equipping attendees with practical skills, insight, and confidence.

Who we train

We offer training for:

  • Frontline professionals

  • Community and voluntary sector staff

  • Employers and workplace teams

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Training areas

Group Therapy Session

Domestic Abuse Awareness and Post Separation Abuse

Our 3-hour training helps practitioners recognise the patterns of domestic abuse and the unique challenges victims face after leaving a relationship. The session strengthens understanding, improves responses, and promotes safer outcomes

3 hours

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£105

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Life coaching

Best Practice in Survivor Recovery Programmes

This training is for professionals who support survivors and want skills for running therapeutic or peer-support groups. It covers trauma-informed practice basics and how trauma impacts behaviour, communication, and engagement

6 hours

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£250*

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Women leading discussion

Steps to freedom facilitation

This course is for professionals who wish to become fully certified to deliver our Steps to Freedom programme externally. It provides training in trauma-informed, survivor-led recovery practices and gives access to valuable resources through our online portal to support group facilitation

8 hours

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£250*

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* Go for both courses and enjoy a combined price of £450

Customised Training Packages

We can design bespoke training tailored to your organisation’s needs, whether you are seeking introductory awareness sessions or in-depth professional development for specialist staff.

Benefits of training with us

  • Expertise from lived experience – Many of our facilitators are experts by experience, bringing invaluable insight.

  • Trauma-informed delivery – All training respects the sensitivities of the subject matter and equips professionals to respond appropriately.

  • Practical, actionable learning – Participants leave with tools, strategies, and confidence to implement change in their practice.

  • Flexible formats – Training can be delivered in-person or online, with half-day, full-day, or multi-session options.

Book a training session

Empower your team and enhance your professional practice by booking a training session with Nottingham Central Women’s Aid.

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Call us on 0330 355 1122, or email us at contact@centralwomensaid.org. Alternatively, you can contact us via our contact form to discuss your requirements and arrange a session.

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