University of Massachusetts Lowell

Program Information

Degree Offered

Graduate Certificate in Domestic Violence Prevention

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Domestic violence is one of the major social and public health problems facing residents of the Commonwealth. Students hoping to enter and those already working in nursing, health, social services, family services, youth services, police, hospital and health agency administration, etc. can benefit from a working expertise in the prevention and response to domestic violence. The existing degree programs in Criminal Justice, Community Social Psychology, and programs in the College of Health Professions each offer relevant courses which facilitate their graduates working with agencies and clients affected by domestic violence. This certificate will bring together these courses, and provide a focused training for those working in settings where domestic violence is an issue.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999