Violence Prevention and Intervention

College of Health and Human Sciences

Description

This microcredential explores the causes, consequences, and prevention of violence across individual, family, group, and societal levels. You will analyze theories of aggression and nonviolence, examine human rights frameworks, and apply evidence-based strategies for intervention and prevention. Emphasis is placed on fostering empathy, ethical decision-making, and trauma-informed approaches that promote nonviolent social change. You will strengthen durable skills in critical thinking, intercultural communication, and emotional intelligence while developing practical competencies in conflict diagnosis, violence assessment, and intervention planning. Upon completion of the course, you will be prepared to apply violence prevention principles in professional, community, and organizational settings.

Content requires approximately 45 hours to complete. You must receive an overall score of 80% or higher on course assignments to earn the microcredential and a verified digital badge.