Why Training with PEGS is Crucial for Addressing Child to Parent Abuse (CPA)

Child to Parent Abuse (CPA) is a complex and often misunderstood issue that impacts families across various settings, including homes, schools, and social services. PEGS (Parental Education Growth Support) is at the forefront of supporting professionals to better understand and respond to CPA, providing invaluable training programs that empower individuals and organisations to make a difference.

Here’s six reasons why training with PEGS is a game changer for professionals:

1. Specialised CPA Knowledge

PEGS focuses exclusively on CPA, an area of domestic abuse that is frequently hidden and often goes unreported. Our organisation's deep expertise ensures that participants gain a comprehensive understanding of the prevalence, signs, and impacts of CPA. PEGS’ courses are designed to shed light on both the emotional and psychological dynamics of parent-child relationships, offering insights grounded in research and practice. Professionals come away with a stronger grasp of how CPA manifests in different environments and what support can be provided for those with lived experience.

2. Tailored Tools and Practical Skills

PEGS goes beyond theoretical knowledge by offering practical tools that professionals can immediately implement in their day-to-day work. Whether you're a teacher, social worker, healthcare provider, or law enforcement officer, PEGS provides you with actionable techniques for supporting CPA situations.

For example, our PRAM© (PEGS Risk Awareness Model) training equips professionals with tools to recognise CPA patterns and respond safely and effectively. This training is essential for equipping professionals with the tools necessary to create a safer and more supportive environment for families facing CPA.

3. Customisable and Sector-Specific Training

One of the unique benefits of training with PEGS is the organisation’s commitment to tailoring training programs to the specific needs of different professional sectors. Recognising that each field faces distinct challenges when dealing with CPA, PEGS offers customised training modules that speak directly to your organisation’s unique context.

Whether you work in education, health services, law enforcement, or social care, PEGS provides training designed to help you support CPA cases effectively in your specific role. These tailored sessions address the daily challenges professionals face, and even offer shorter awareness talks if needed, ensuring that no matter your time constraints, you can still access the training necessary to enhance your work with CPA-affected families.

4. Collaborative and Research-Informed Approach

PEGS places a strong emphasis on collaboration, partnering with leading professionals across sectors to create a community of shared learning. Our work with a vast range of agencies ensures that our training reflects the latest developments in research and practice. By learning with PEGS, professionals can benefit from shared knowledge and contribute to the growing body of understanding around CPA.

Training programs are constantly updated with new case studies, research findings, and feedback from professionals in the field. This commitment to staying at the forefront of CPA response allows PEGS to deliver not only the most up-to-date information but also methods that have proven successful across various real-world contexts.

5. Supporting Policy Development

PEGS doesn’t stop at individual training. We also offer employer support for organisations looking to develop or refine their CPA policies through our Child to Parent Abuse Employer Covenant. Whether your team is just beginning to address CPA or has already established procedures, PEGS can assist in creating comprehensive, evidence-based policies that reflect best practices. By working with PEGS, professionals can contribute to long-lasting, institutional change that enhances both awareness and response capabilities within their organisations.

6. Positive Impact on Families

At the core of PEGS' mission is the goal to support those experiencing CPA in a compassionate and effective manner. By investing in professional training, participants are better equipped to offer meaningful support to affected families. Whether it's guiding parents towards support resources or responding to disclosures of difficult incidents, the skills gained from PEGS training make a tangible difference in family outcomes.

Training with PEGS is an investment in both professional development and community wellbeing. With our vast expertise, practical tools, and customisable approaches, PEGS empowers professionals across various sectors to effectively address CPA.

If you're a professional working with families affected by CPA, or if you simply want to expand your knowledge in this crucial area, consider training with PEGS. By training with PEGS, you’ll not only advance your own skills but also play a key role in helping families overcome one of the most challenging forms of domestic abuse.

What do those who have trained with us say?

100% said they would recommend PEGS training to a colleague

100% said materials and resources will improve their practice

100% said their knowledge of CPA has increased

100% said their practice will improve due to the training 

Quotes from delegates 

“Great delivery of this really insightful session. Informative and thought provoking information”

“Not a single minute was wasted as all the content covered, resources shared and group discussion was either practically useful, emotionally impactful or thought provoking.”

“Brilliant session, wonderfully paced and well considered with lived experiences sensitively explored and integrated into the session”

“The training is conducted with empathy but gets the facts across. Well balanced”

“Great course - relevant, useful and informative”

“Thank you so much, I have taken loads from the session today, the resources will be incredibly helpful too”

“What a session, fantastic trainers, excellent delivery, interaction, resources and so much knowledge a fab day of learning, everyone should access this training - Bravo” 

“Hearing the reality was so eye opening, the statistics were shocking and I learned so much, also about things that I would never have considered to be part of child to parent abuse. Thank you so much for the resources, these will be very useful” 

To find out more, visit us at www.pegsevents.co.uk or email us at training@pegsupport.com.