This e-learning contains an overview of domestic abuse, what it is and who it affects, and provides some guidance about what to do in the event of someone entering your pharmacy looking for a safe space.
This programme contains content on domestic abuse which you might find difficult, regardless of whether you have lived experience of domestic abuse. If you require support, you can contact the services below:
- England: National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247 (24 hour)
- Scotland: Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline 0800 027 1234 (24 hour)
- Wales: Live Fear Free Helpline 0808 801 0800 (24 hour)
- Northern Ireland: Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline 0808 802 1414 (24 hour)
- Men's Advice Line: 0808 8010327 (Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm)
- For employees and employers: Respond to Abuse Advice Line 020 3879 3695
Learning outcomes
On completion of all aspects of this learning programme you should be able to:
- outline the purpose of a Safe Space in your pharmacy
- respond and refer victims of domestic abuse to the self-service Safe Space in your organisation
- confidently signpost victims of domestic abuse to access specialist support information including the Bright Sky App
- understand some of the different types of abuse and how they may impact on individuals through the ‘Cycle of Abuse’.
How to use this programme
You can access this e-learning programme through your web browser on any device. You will need to be connected to the internet while you work through it. You may be taken to another website to complete this programme.
Learning intended for
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy technicians
- Trainee pharmacists
- CPPE registrants
