Activity details
Queensland Police Service (QPS) has introduced comprehensive coercive control training to strengthen frontline capability in recognising, investigating and responding to patterns of abusive behaviour. The program includes mandatory online learning, specialist face-to-face courses, and refresher modules aligned with legislative reforms criminalising coercive control from May 2025. This initiative ensures officers adopt trauma-informed, victim-centred approaches that prioritise safety and accountability.
Implementation progress update
A range of coercive control training resources have been developed by the QPS to support the implementation of the new criminal offence of coercive control, including an online product released in May 2025, which provides a concise summary of legislative changes. This product supports readiness as face-to-face training, which commenced in August 2024, continues to be implemented. This one-day course is designed to support the introduction of the new criminal offence of coercive control and equips frontline officers with practical skills to identify, investigate, and respond to coercive control behaviours. The program emphasises victim-centric, trauma-informed policing practices and is being delivered state-wide to ensure consistent understanding and application across the service.
More information
- Learn about the National Plan to End Violence against women and children 2022-2032.
- Read the First Action Plan 2023-2027.
- Browse the First Action Plan 2023-2027 Activities Addendum update.