PREP

PREP is a program for law enforcement professionals that provides practical information on responding to domestic violence calls. PREP classes are FREE. We provide materials and certificate of completion. Scroll down for upcoming classes and additional information.

The Goals of PREP

Help police officers to identify and respond to the needs of victims

Improve law enforcement officers' communication with victims

Reduce the repeat domestic abuse incidents within the same household

Connect victims to critical support services

Class Dates & Times

See below for upcoming classes! To register - please email us at PREP@apartnershipforchange.org, and include department, name of registrant(s), and email.

26
Aug

Domestic Violence: Lethality & Non-Fatal Strangulation

  • August 26, 2021, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
21
Sep

Insight to Batterer Behavior

  • September 21, 2021, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
13
Oct

Understanding the Victim of Domestic Violence

  • October 13, 2021, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
10
Nov

Effects of Domestic Violence on Children

  • November 10, 2021, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
07
Dec

Teen Dating Abuse

  • December 7, 2021, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Additional Info

PREP is currently being offered via webinars through December 2021. We anticipate returning to in-person trainings January 2022. At that time, classes will be held on a rolling basis in Mahwah, Scotch Plains, Edison, Freehold and Morris Plains.

PREP is free of charge; we provide materials and certificate of completion.

**Registration is REQUIRED: Please email us at PREP to reserve your spot. Please include the name of your department and the best email and phone number to be reached at. If you are registering more than one officer, please include all names and emails.