The She Course

The She Course: Healing for Her™ is a 12 week course offering safety, hope, and empowerment (SHE) for women have been subjected to male violence, with a focus on domestic abuse.  Please note: this is a learning environment, not a therapy group.

Content Warning: discussions include reference to (but not descriptors of) sexual violence, as well as themes around the impact of trauma across classes.  Learners are not required nor encouraged to recount traumatic experiences.

Course Objectives 

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Discuss the prevalence, cause and global impact of misogyny and male violence
  • Recognise the influence and impact of societal myths and narratives which lead to Victim Blaming
  • List different types (not detailed descriptions) of abusive behaviour, including use of AI and other technologies
  • Recognise women’s trauma responses and integrated strategies for “healing”
  • Discuss women’s safety, violence prevention and ways to improve societal awareness of these issues. (Please note, this is not a discussion about “self-defence”.

The content of this course may be adapted as scientific research, theories or course requirements change.  All content material is protected by copyright and owned by the content author.

How will I learn?

Sessions explore theory behind human behaviours and include written activities; the potential for learning is also provided through listening, reading, watching videos, asking questions and contributing to group discussion.  Book, app and video recommendations may also be offered during the course, which are optional to consider; always check suitability before you invest. Learners are empowered and encouraged to participate where they feel comfortable, as appropriate, in a way that benefits their health and well-being.   

Will I gain a qualification?

This course does not offer a qualification.  You may ask for a Certificate of Attendance, if you have been able to demonstrate evidence of your learning and met the course requirements.

Is this course right for me?

This course is aimed at women who would like to maintain and sustain their mental health and well-being.  It is not a therapy group, is not suitable for those experiencing a mental health crisis and not intended to replace any medical advice or healthcare services. If you have a trauma-related diagnosis, or a severe and enduring mental health consideration, you may wish to discuss this with your doctor, community mental health team, or the course tutor before enrolling.  We ask all attendees to take responsibility for their own learning and well-being, to collaborate in a way that ensures a safe learning environment for the whole group, and only take part in activities which feel right for them.  No guarantee of any specific results is given or implied.  

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