Chisholm Institute

Graduate Certificate in Family Violence (Prevention and Practice)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Elevate your career with this industry focused qualification in family violence, specialising in prevention and practice.

Progress your career in the health and community services sector broadly, or the family violence sector in particular, by undertaking this practical and theoretical course that has been developed in consultation with industry, academics and associated stakeholders.

The Graduate Certificate in Family Violence is designed to deliver specialised expertise in the area of domestic and family violence work. An evidence-based and industry relevant qualification, it is responsive to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Family Violence, and meets all equivalency principles for work as a family violence practitioner.

The course aims to produce professionals who are effective - lifelong learners who can realise and capitalise on opportunities afforded by emerging research, and practice and prevention initiatives relating to family violence work.

Delivery mode

Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 121 Stud Road, Dandenong

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

  • Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
  • A minimum of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) experience in Family Violence, or a related sector*;
  • Attend a pre-admission information session and complete a questionnaire; and
  • A pre-selection interview (if applicable).
* experience can include a combination of lived and work experience

Applicants with higher education study

  • A completed higher education degree (AQF 7 or above) in a relevant discipline;
  • Attend a pre-admission information session and complete a questionnaire; and
  • A pre-selection interview (if applicable).
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $8,120 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $8,120 $0

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Family Violence (Prevention and Practice) will prepare you for the following roles.

About Chisholm Institute

We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.

We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.

We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.