Domestic Violence CE for Nurses

Domestic violence CE teaches screening, safety planning, and documentation for patients experiencing intimate partner violence. Most courses cover risk indicators, validated screening tools, trauma-informed interview techniques, and state-specific reporting requirements.

Why states require it

Healthcare encounters are often the only outside contact a person experiencing intimate partner violence has. Standardized CE ensures every nurse has baseline skills to screen safely, document appropriately, and connect patients with resources.

States that require it (4)

• Florida

  · 2 hrs

  Domestic Violence

• Georgia

  Domestic Violence

• Kentucky

  · 3 hrs

  Domestic Violence (One-Time)

• Massachusetts

  · 1 hr

  Domestic Violence / Sexual Violence

What approved courses cover

• Screening protocols and validated tools
• Safety planning during the visit and at discharge
• Trauma-informed interview techniques
• Documentation that protects without endangering
• State reporting obligations
• Community resources and referral

Courses we've verified

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• Domestic and Sexual Violence

  NetCE · 5 hr · Included with $85/yr All Access

• Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Intimate Partner Violence

  CEUfast · 3 hr · $39/yr unlimited access