Certification
DV Counselor Training
The state-recognized 40-hour facilitator training for running DVRP groups, plus the advanced 16 hours counselors need every year.
Rhombus facilitates Domestic Violence Counselor Trainings, including the initial 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training for running DVRP groups, the 52-week mandated groups for those convicted of domestic violence, and the advanced 16-hour trainings required annually for counselors to continue facilitating the DVRP groups. The workshops include lectures, presentations, participant experiences, videos, role plays, and question/answer periods. The initial 40-hour training provides participants with basic skills needed to work within a Batterer Intervention Program and the DV community. Participants who successfully complete the mandated initial 40-hour basic training as required in 1203.098 of the California Penal Code will meet educational requirements for running these groups (other requirements must also be met).
40
hours of initial training
104
supervised group hours to certify
16
advanced hours each year
1203.098
California Penal Code
What happens after the 40 hours
After completing the 40-hour training, a counselor must complete 104 hours (a full year of the 52-week groups) of the DVRP group under supervision before being considered “certified” by California and being able to run the groups without supervision. Please note, there are other restrictions you will learn about during the training.
Online · Live-stream · In person
Reserve your spot
Complete your court-recognized DV facilitator training with Rhombus Training. Group rates available for teams of four or more.