How to Build a Career Helping Survivors of Domestic Violence
The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Personal Safety Survey (2016) found that 2.2 million Australians had experienced physical and/or sexual abuse from a partner, and 3.6 million had experienced emotional abuse from a partner.
So it makes sense if you want to get involved. And what’s more, you can build a meaningful, long-term career helping to protect the most vulnerable people in our society. But what skills do you need, what positions are open to you and how do you get started in the first place?
Study with Courses4Me
Courses4Me provides certified courses in a wide variety of disciplines which foster personal and professional growth and upskilling opportunities for our students.
Our Advanced Certificate in Domestic Violence Support is the perfect starting point to launch your career in the field! Our course consists of key modules in the areas of:
- Understanding methods of crisis intervention / Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Communication patterns in relationships / Counselling (Child and Family)
- Behavioural studies / Relationships and Communication
- Ethical, professional and legal issues
This wide scope of practice ensures that our students gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex ways in which domestic and family violence can impact all aspects of life for victims and affected families. Upon completion of our course, students will be equipped with the necessary skills for work in a variety of roles within the DV sector and will be ready to launch into a rewarding and fulfilling career.
If you are interested in working in this field, consider further supporting your education with our Community Mental Health Course. This will assist you to provide the best possible care to at-risk individuals, or those requiring mental health support – which are common throughout the DV sector.
For further information or enquiries about either our Advanced Certificate in Domestic Violence Support, or our Scholarship Program, give us a call on 1300 100 008, or send an email to: info@courses4me.com.au.
