Violence Prevention University of Cincinnati

Overview

Learning outcomes

The Violence Prevention certificate offered through the University of Cincinnati's College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH) is designed to:

• Explain the etiology and impact of family, community and school violence from biological, psychological, and socio-cultural perspectives.

• Assess and develop a family, community, or school prevention plan by using theoretically-grounded, evidence-based violence prevention strategies.

• Identify risk and protective factors for violence in the family, community, and school.

• Identify and apply the key ethical considerations when implementing violence prevention strategies.

• Deliver accurate, culturally competent violence prevention education to consumers and other professionals by developing appropriate materials and using appropriate techniques.

• Organize family, community, and school violence prevention activities by identifying needs and resources, then engaging community and school partners to mobilize these efforts.

• Advocate for public policy and environment change by identifying policy makers, planning initiatives, and implementing strategies.

• Demonstrate professional growth and responsibility by utilizing current prevention theories and practicies, collaborating with other professionals, adhering to legal and professional standards, and advancing her or his own cultural competence.