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Understanding Domestic Violence

In this online understanding domestic violence course, you will discover preventative strategies, learn about the different types of abuse and gain an understanding of family violence orders and mandatory reporting. You will also acquire the skills to facilitate intervention and client safety.
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Delivery Method
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Study Hours
15 hours
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Course Access
12 Months

If your job or personal circumstances require you to support individuals and families experiencing domestic violence, this professional development course is ideal for you.

Understanding Domestic Violence is a short online course that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence.

In this online understanding domestic violence course, you will discover preventative strategies, learn about the different types of abuse and gain an understanding of family violence orders and mandatory reporting. You will also acquire the skills to facilitate intervention and client safety.

On completion of this course, you will stand out when taking the next step in your career, whether you work in community services, counselling or education because you have advanced your professional development in this important field.

Printed learning materials are available for purchase for this course and can be ordered during enrolment.  

Course Structure
Unit - Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  • Women and children at risk
  • Indigenous communities
  • Costs of domestic and family violence
  • Prevention strategies
  • The Danger Assessment Scale (DA)
  • SARA scale (Spousal Assault Risk Assessment)
  • Types of abuse
  • Perpetrators
  • Adequate/inadequate assessments
  • Client needs
  • Child abuse allegations
  • Family violence orders
  • Personal safety
  • Myths of domestic violence
  • Develop rapport and confidence
  • Accurate exchange of information
  • Effective / negative behaviours
  • Cultural differences
  • Urgency and eligibility
  • Abuse and power
  • Mandatory reporting
  • Urgent client assistance
  • Client assessment
  • Strategies for intervention
  • Client safety
  • Client agreement
  • Setting objectives
  • Client referral procedures
  • Law and ethics
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Estimated Duration
15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Career Outcomes

Professional Development for:

  • Counsellors
  • Trauma Counsellor
  • Community Service Workers

 

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Cesar
Sunshine, VIC
Understanding Domestic Violence
January 2025
Would recommend to study with online courses as there is tutoring if needed. Also l found study online very good
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J. McCracken
Paradise Point, QLD
Understanding Domestic Violence
November 2022
Really easy to follow instructions and content. Enjoyed the study
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K. Myers
Horsham, VIC
Understanding Domestic Violence
August 2021
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A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.

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  • Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
  • Improve your employment opportunities;
  • Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
  • High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
  • All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
  • Unlimited tutor support via email;
  • We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
  • Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.

There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18 with a competent level of English. For those under 18, please complete the Parent/Guardian Consent Form before enrolling.

To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.

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This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.

No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.

Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.

Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.

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