Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence

As a graduate of this course you will be equipped to evaluate research, design approaches for diverse communities, analyse contexts and communicate critical information about sexual violence. These skills help to prepare you for careers in support services, health and safety, counselling, law, criminal justice, social work, human services, health care and policy development and analysis.

Skills and tools you will learn:

1. Learn trauma-informed practices to respond to victim-survivors.
2. Develop a holistic understanding of the complexities surrounding sexual violence.
3. Further develop skills in academic/professional research and writing.
4. Enhance your abilities in critical thinking and analysis.

This course empowers you to drive meaningful change and support those affected by sexual violence in their communities. It will equip you with the knowledge and skills you will need to effectively address critical issues in relation to sexual violence, focusing on prevention through policy and education. The course emphasises understanding intersectionality and contextual factors affecting individuals and communities.

You will learn trauma-informed practices to respond to victim-survivors, including children and those from diverse backgrounds, while fostering engagement with Indigenous Australians. Professionalism, ethics, and leadership are key components in preparing you to evaluate and improve sexual violence-related programs. 

Students who complete the Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence will receive 48 credit points in advanced standing toward the Graduate Diploma in Prevention and Responses to Gendered Violence and/or Master of Justice.

Recommended study pattern

Students must complete 48 credit points.

Core units:

• Preventing Sexual Violence
• Responding to Sexual Violence
• Working in the Sexual Violence Sector
• Sexual Violence in Diverse Communities and Contexts.

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of the Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence, students must complete a total of 48 credit points.

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Indicative total fee $13,400

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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• A completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
• A completed diploma (or higher qualification) in a relevant area, with at least two years (full-time or equivalent) professional experience in relevant professions; or
• Five years (full-time or equivalent) professional experience in relevant professions.

Five years (full-time or equivalent) professional experience in relevant professions.