Violence prevention is an important competency for anyone working in the community. The violence prevention certificate offered through UC'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.