CPA Training
Our training is designed to share knowledge, current research and real life case studies, helping attendees build a stronger understanding of Child to Parent Abuse and how it can impact parents, carers, guardians and the wider family.
Training Courses
PEGS is a leading provider of Child to Parent Abuse training for frontline professionals, organisations and individuals who may come into contact with families experiencing CPA.
With courses ranging from 90 minute introductory sessions through to half day and full day training, PEGS offers practical, informative and discussion led learning for professionals at different stages of their knowledge. Bespoke training can also be created for specific groups or organisations upon request.
Whether you are looking to gain a basic understanding of CPA, develop best practice tools, or up skill your team with more in depth training, our courses are designed to leave you feeling more informed, confident and equipped to respond effectively.
Full Day Training
This interactive session is design to support individuals to upskill their practice, encourage professional curiosity and improve effective responses.
Among the topics covered are the risk factors, barriers, facts and myths associated with Child to Parent Abuse. As well as numerous case studies, there will be group activities, discussions, reflections and a next steps plan.
The day is aimed at professionals with some knowledge of domestic abuse who want to further their awareness and develop best-practice tools.
Half Day Training
Our half-day ‘Understanding Child to Parent Abuse’ training course is designed to give everyone who attends as much knowledge about CPA as possible in a short time.
We recommend attendees already have a basic knowledge of CPA before attending the course – which features real-life case studies, up-to-date research and statistics, and plenty of opportunities for discussion.
Your PEGS trainer will also share plenty of practical ideas to help you work with families going forward.
PRAM© Training
PEGS has developed a dynamic tool which helps
professionals identify Child to Parent Abuse, as an alternative to existing models which mainly focus on intimate partner abuse.
Training on the PRAM© tool (PEGS’ Risk Awareness Model) takes the form of a half-day course which makes use of real-life case studies to help trainees learn how to use the model effectively.
E-Learning
E-learning is a fantastic option for individuals looking to gain knowledge and understanding of aspects of CPA, without committing themselves to a specific time or date.
The modules are designed so that anyone can access these sessions at any time.
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If you’re thinking about training with PEGs, but would like to know more about our courses. Our FAQs are a helpful place to start, with clear answers to common questions from professionals.
Accessing support
Professionals supporting parents and carers can use our professional referral form to connect families with PEGS. Once the referral has been submitted, our team will carefully review the information provided and consider the most appropriate next steps.
You don’t have to support families alone
If you are working with a parent or carer experiencing Child to Parent Abuse, PEGS can help. Our team provides specialist support, guidance and understanding to help families feel heard, believed and better able to move forward.