Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk
22510VIC
Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk 22510VIC
Course Overview
This introductory accredited short course has been developed as part of the Victorian State Government's 10-year industry plan for family violence prevention and response, as a result of Australia's first Royal Commission into Family Violence.
This course is designed for professionals who may be required to provide an initial response to victims of family violence but don't have this as a core function of their work role.
Delivered via three online workshops over three months, the course requires students to commit an average of 5 hours of self-directed study per week.
The course supports the attainment of foundational skills and knowledge, and the shared understanding of family violence required to respond effectively to victim-survivors of family violence (adults, children, and young people) and perpetrators of family violence, whilst using the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management Framework (MARAM).
These skills include:
- use of effective interpersonal skills to engage sensitively with service users to facilitate self-disclosure
- identification of family violence risk using approved family violence risk frameworks
- provision of response actions involving referrals and information sharing to service provision or intersecting service agencies.
Participants undertaking the course will be professionals who are community-facing but do not have family violence counseling and support as a core function of their role. These professionals may encounter victim-survivors (including children and young people) and perpetrators through their interactions with children, families and/or adults within their work, including in the areas of:
- Schools and Education Providers
- Early Childhood
- Justice
- Community and Health Services
- Sport and Recreation Organisations
- Faith-based Institutions.
Costs
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Eligible students – free
Ineligible students - $450 tuition fee
Note: no materials fee apply
To discuss your eligibility, please contact us on 1300 GOTAFE.
Further Study
This course provides a pathway into the 22561VIC Course in Intermediate Risk Assessment and Management of Family Violence Risk.
Course Dates & Times
Online Campus
Flexible - Starting on 15/10/2021 - Monthly Workshops - 9am to 4pm / 2021
Flexible - Starts on 11th Feb - Term 1, 3 virtual workshops - 9am to 4pm / 2022
Flexible - Starts on 29th April - Term 2, 3 virtual workshops - 9am to 4pm/ 2022
Flexible - Starts on 15th July - Term 3, 3 virtual workshops - 9am to 4pm / 2022
Flexible - Starts on 7th Oct - Term 4, 3 virtual workshops - 9am to 4pm / 2022
Detailed Fee Information
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:
- are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2022 and may change without notice.
- will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.
Course Fees consist of 3 different components:
- Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
- Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts and booklets, e-Learning resources and associated license access fees and excursions.
- Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short course participants.
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options
Entry Requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy and numeracy levels for the course are met.
- Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
To successfully undertake the course, learners are expected to have minimum language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills that align with Level 2 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
Course Study Units
Course Co-ordinator
Simon Cochaud
Attendance & Commitment
This course is delivered as a blend of online virtual classrooms. As part of the course you will be required to take part in and complete:
- Online self-paced learning and assessments, averaging 5 hours per week
- 3 x Workshop webinar series structured by topic that will be customised by your training provider into smaller online sessions.
Educational Support Services
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Learning support
A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.
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Library
Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.
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Jobs and study options
Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.
Student Support
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life through your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
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Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors
Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
Learner's Rights
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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