How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor (CDOM)...

Executive Summary

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor (CDOM) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CDOM holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor

Acronym

CDOM

Who Should Enrol?

Counsellors and Therapists
Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners
Social and Community Workers
Helping-Profession Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex counselling functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement counselling systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to counselling

Global Employability

Qualify for counselling roles across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Counselling Theories, Models and Approaches

✦Assessment, Case Formulation and Treatment Planning

✦Therapeutic Skills, Alliance and Communication

✦Specialised Populations and Presenting Concerns

✦Coaching, Wellbeing and Positive Psychology

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor: industry context, trends and professional standards · The helping relationship and its purpose · History and scope of counselling and coaching · Professional roles, boundaries and settings

2

Trauma-Informed Practice and Stabilisation

Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · Risk, safeguarding and the limits of confidentiality · Grief, loss and bereavement support · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching

3

Clinical assessment and shared formulation

Cultural context and coaching across difference · Therapeutic modalities and choosing an approach · Risk assessment and safeguarding in practice · Building and running a coaching practice

4

Therapeutic modalities and choosing an approach

Therapeutic modalities and choosing an approach · Risk assessment and safeguarding in practice · Trauma-informed delivery and its limits · Psychoeducation and workshops

5

Risk assessment and safeguarding in practice

Risk assessment and safeguarding in practice · Trauma-informed delivery and its limits · Working with ambivalence and motivation · Designing an intervention or programme

6

Trauma-informed delivery and its limits

Trauma-informed delivery and its limits · Working with ambivalence and motivation · Group facilitation and group process · Coaching for resilience and wellbeing

7

Working with ambivalence and motivation

Working with ambivalence and motivation · Group facilitation and group process · Record keeping, notes and professional documentation · Relapse prevention planning

8

Risk and Governance

Operational risk management · Regulatory compliance in operations · Governance of operations · Governance, risk and compliance

9

Stakeholders and Partners

Influencer and partnership communications · Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships · Managing distributors and channel partners · Vendor and partner management

10

Digital and Technology

Safety management systems overview (ISO 45001) · Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Professional writing and reports · Digital permits and inspections

11

Ethics and Integrity

Values-based living · Data ethics, privacy and protection · Ethics and independence · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice

12

Self-Leadership

Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Data-driven and personalised banking · Operational risk and resilience · Wellbeing and personal-effectiveness learning

13

People Administration

NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards

14

Customers and Markets

Customer and brand health metrics · Designing a marketing or sales strategy · Campaign or go-to-market plan · Marketing strategy and the mix

15

Projects and Delivery

Scaling delivery capability · Building project management maturity · Measuring change and project impact · Sustainability and social impact in projects

16

Inclusion and Culture

Team diversity and inclusion · Creating a coaching culture · Organisational culture: how it forms and how it changes · Building trust and engagement

17

Legal and Policy

Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory reporting and audits

18

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Expanding into regional and export markets · Communication planning and management

19

Suppliers and Partners

Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management · The project environment and stakeholders · Project roles and the project manager

20

Sustainability

Market analysis and environmental scanning · Carbon markets and climate finance · Monitoring sustainability outcomes · Corporate social responsibility and community impact

21

Public and Community Context

Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Business case and strategic alignment · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills

22

Knowledge and Learning

Lessons learned and knowledge management · Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation · Cognitive load and learning science

23

Leadership and Management

Building and running a top team · Executive time, attention and decision cadence · Succession and the leadership pipeline · Safety management systems (ISO 45001)

24

People and Capability

Motivation and engagement · Sales enablement and coaching · Quality monitoring and coaching · Win-back and re-engagement

25

Strategy and Direction

Measuring growth and transformation impact · Capstone scoping: a real growth or brand challenge · Pricing strategy · Data-driven growth

26

Operations and Delivery

Event risk, safety and contingency planning · Mine planning and methods: surface and underground · Managing organisational politics · Media planning and buying

27

Communication and Influence

Voice of the customer and acting on feedback · Influencing and gaining buy-in · Voice, communication and delivery · Language and communication training

28

Change and Innovation

Measuring CX transformation impact · Continuous improvement in service · Driving measurable service improvement · Designing a service or experience improvement

29

Data and Measurement

Comparable sales analysis and market evidence · Data visualisation for finance · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Record-keeping and data protection

30

Financial Acumen

Costing production: standard costs, variances and the true cost of scrap · Organisational change management · How insurance works: risk pooling and the value chain · Income capitalisation and investment value

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Trauma-Informed Practice and Stabilisation — applied to your own work
Clinical assessment and shared formulation — applied to your own work
Therapeutic modalities and choosing an approach — applied to your own work
Risk assessment and safeguarding in practice — applied to your own work
Trauma-informed delivery and its limits — applied to your own work
Working with ambivalence and motivation — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CDOM certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CDOM?

This certification is ideal for Counsellors and Therapists, Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners, Social and Community Workers and Helping-Profession Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CDOM certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CDOM internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CDOM certification?

The Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CDOM certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CDOM?

The Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CDOM?

The Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CDOM while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CDOM?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CDOM strengthens your expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing and positions you for advancement across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Clinical Lead

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Senior Counsellor

NGO Sector

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I earned my CDOM while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Wellbeing Programme Manager

Government

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor

Certified Domestic Violence and Gender Abuse Counsellor

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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