ASWB/ACE: SpeedyCeus.com, provider #1613, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 12/15/24 to 12/15/27.  Social Workers completing this course receive 7 general continuing education credits.

CALIFORNIA: This program meets the requirements for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences for 7 hours of CE Credit

TEXAS: This course meets the criteria for acceptable continuing education as defined by the Texas State Boards of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Social Workers for 7 hours of CE Credit.

This program is approved for 7 continuing education credits/contact hours by:

• The California Board of Registered Nursing # CEP 14462
• The National Board for Certified Counselors # 6412
• The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling #50-38918
• The California Associations of Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE) #CP40 977 H 0428
• The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals: CCAPP-IE Provider # 1N-16-256-0726

Spouse-Partner Abuse explores the complex dynamics, assessment, and treatment of intimate partner violence (IPV) from a clinical perspective. Designed for mental health and substance use professionals, this course provides an in-depth look at the psychological, social, and systemic factors that sustain abuse—and the pathways to recovery. Through current research, case examples, and trauma-informed approaches, participants learn how to assess risk, develop safety plans, and deliver culturally responsive interventions for survivors and perpetrators. Emphasis is placed on collaboration among healthcare, legal, and community systems to promote safety, empowerment, and prevention. This comprehensive training strengthens competence, compassion, and ethical practice in addressing one of society’s most urgent public health concerns. 

If you have questions about the course, require accessibility accommodations or need assistance, please email info@speedyceus.com or call (909) 628-4216.

• Define key terms and typologies of spouse-partner abuse, distinguishing among physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and coercive control dynamics.
• Describe the prevalence, risk factors, and psychosocial consequences of intimate partner violence for individuals, families, and communities.
• Identify the psychological and behavioral patterns of both victims/survivors and perpetrators, including the role of trauma, attachment, and sociocultural influences.
• Apply appropriate screening, assessment, and documentation procedures, including the use of validated instruments and mandated reporting guidelines.
• Develop trauma-informed and culturally responsive treatment and safety planning strategies for survivors of spouse-partner abuse.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary systems—advocacy organizations, law enforcement, healthcare, and the courts—to enhance survivor safety and community response.

• Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview of Spouse-Partner
• Chapter 2: Understanding Perpetrators and Victims
• Chapter 3: Dynamics of Power, Control, and Coercion
• Chapter 4: Treatment and Intervention
• Chapter 5: The Therapeutic Process and Clinical Challenges
• Chapter 6: Complex Trauma and Healing Pathways

Course topics are chosen based on various board requirements and professionals needs. Licensed professionals oversee, compile and develop course materials, posttest, and other course materials, determine the level of difficulty, and ensure course content is appropriate. The course developer bio is available here.