Citation

Payne B, Carmody DC, Plichta S, Vandecar-Burdin T. Affilia 2007; 22(3): 292-301.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0886109907302283

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Victims of domestic violence rely on various human services professionals for an assortment of needs. Consequently, professionals must be prepared to recognize the signs of domestic violence, the needs of victims, and strategies to serve victims effectively. It is believed that in-service training programs are useful in better preparing social services workers for these areas. Many workers, however, may not participate in such training. This study examined how the presence of domestic violence training policies influences participation in training programs and awareness of domestic violence. Implications for practice are provided.