Post-Separation Service Scholarships for people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds for commencement in the first half of 2016. Eligible Courses and Registered Authorities (This list will be progressively updated as further RTO information is provided) Qualification Title Entry Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution UnitingCare Institute of Family Practice Parramatta This qualification relates to dispute resolution practitioners working in agencies or independently to provide dispute resolution services and interventions for families experiencing high levels of relationship conflict and/or where the clients may be involved in the Family Law system. Dispute resolution in this qualification has a direct link to the provision of the Family Law Act. Practitioners at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgments in highly specialised contexts. Some practitioner roles may also involve full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of work of self and others functions including, program planning, budget, strategy, design and analysis. To gain entry into CHC80308 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution a candidate must have: An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent, or An accredited qualification in conflict management at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level, or Cert IV in Mediation. Previous experience in a dispute resolution environment in a job role involving the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units of competency. 6-10 months Cost of Course $10,642 Applications Open Now Applications Close 2 weeks before scheduled start date Commencement May 2016 October 2016 Relevant Links http://ifp.nsw.edu.au/qualifications/graduate-diploma-offamily-dispute-resolution
Qualification Title Entry Vocational Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling UnitingCare Institute of Family Practice Parramatta This qualification applies to workers who are employed in a family and/or couples relationship counselling role. This qualification has particular relevance to counsellors working in independently or in organisations, providing counselling interventions, (rather than counselling support), for families and/or couples experiencing relationship issues of a complex nature. Counselling contexts may include pre- or post- separation and divorce or where the client has involvement with the Family Law system. Counsellors at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgements in highly specialised contexts. Counselling occupations may also involve full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of work of self and others and functions including, program planning, budget, strategy, design and analysis. To gain entry into CHC80208 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling a candidate must have: An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent, or An accredited qualification in counselling at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level, or Previous experience in a family counselling environment in a job role involving the self directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units of competency (CHCDFV811C, CHCFCS801B, CHCFCS802B, CHCFCS804B and CHCFCS806C). 2 years Cost of Course $17,800 Applications Open November 2015 Applications Close 2 weeks before next scheduled intake Commencement February 2016 Relevant Links http://ifp.nsw.edu.au/qualifications/graduate-diploma-ofrelationship-counselling 2
Qualification Title Diploma of Family Intake and Support Work and Certificate IV in Telephone Counselling Relationships Australia Victoria 1183 Toorak Road, Camberwell, 3124 These qualifications cover workers employed in services that provide relationship support and interventions for individuals, families and/or couples. Examples of the types of services provided include family relationship support programs, telephone advice, and family mediation and counselling services. Entry Workers in these roles may provide some non-therapeutic supports, such as provision of information, initial intake, referral to a broad range of services, advocacy, administrative tasks and provide short-term direct phone contact with clients in a crisis situation. These workers generally undertake tasks with minimal direct supervision and may use elements of counselling and/or dispute resolution skills when working with clients. However, primary job functions do not involve higher level clinical or therapeutic interventions. To gain entry into these qualifications, it is recommended that candidates have sufficient relevant work experience to indicate likely success at this level of qualification in a job role involving: the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgement and decisionmaking, and the application of relevant technical and other skills. Potential applicants are required to attend an Interview to determine suitability for course. For award of these qualifications, candidates must complete activities to demonstrate skills and knowledge as specified in the core units. 10 days of training over 1 semester (3 months) to complete both qualifications concurrently. Cost of Course $4,100 Commencement 11 March 2016 Relevant Links http://www.relationshipsvictoria.com.au/training/training/cours e/104/6 Pamphlet/Brochure Our updated brochure is available on the website 3
Qualification Title Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Relationships Australia Victoria 1183 Toorak Road, Camberwell, 3124 This qualification relates to dispute resolution practitioners working in agencies or independently to provide dispute resolution services and interventions for families experiencing high levels of relationship conflict and/or where the clients may be involved in the Family Law system. Entry Dispute resolution in this qualification has a direct link to the provisions of the Family Law Act. Practitioners at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgements in highly specialised contexts. Some practitioner roles may also involve full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of work of self and others functions including, program planning, budget, strategy, design and analysis. Pre-requisites To gain entry into CHC83108 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution a candidate must have: an undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent, or an accredited qualification in conflict management or dispute resolution at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level, or a Certificate IV in Mediation, or previous experience in a dispute resolution environment in a job role involving self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. Potential applicants are required to attend an Interview to determine suitability for the course. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units as outlined below: CHCDFV811C, CHCDISP801B, CHCDISP802B, CHCDISP803B, CHCDISP804B, CHCFAM505B Course is run over 2 semesters (12 months). First semester - 15 days of training Second semester - a 40 hour internship plus seminars Cost of Course $7,800 Commencement 26 February 2016 Relevant Links http://www.relationshipsvictoria.com.au/training/training/course/5/6 Pamphlet/Brochure Our updated brochure is available on the website 4
Qualification Title Diploma of Counselling Australian Institute of Social Relations Adelaide SA This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to undertake generic counselling work involving skills and knowledge in counselling and high level communication in a range of commonly used modalities, referral and working within a case management framework. This program includes relevant elective units to enable workers to identify and respond to issues of family and domestic violence Please note that due to changes in the Community Services Package CHC, students enrolling in this qualification will be supported to transition to the new qualification CHC51015 when added to our scope of registration Entry None A work placement under supervision for a minimum of 60 hours is an essential component of this program 18 24 months Delivery online with scheduled face to face intensives Cost of Course $6,500.00 Applications Open 01 October 2015 Applications Close 25 January 2016 Commencement Relevant Links 01 February 2016 http://www.socialrelations.edu.au/ 5
Qualification Title Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling Entry Relationships Australia SA Adelaide Cost of Course $6,000.00 Applications Open 01 October 2015 Applications Close 25 January 2016 Commencement Relevant Links This qualification applies to workers who are employed in a family and/or couples relationship counselling role. This qualification has particular relevance to counsellors working in independently or in organisations, providing counselling interventions, (rather than counselling support), for families and/or couples experiencing relationship issues of a complex nature. Counselling contexts may include pre- or post- separation and divorce or where the client has involvement with the Family Law system. Counsellors at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgements in highly specialised contexts. Counselling occupations may also involve full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of work of self and others and functions including, program planning, budget, strategy, design and analysis. To gain entry into CHC80208 Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling a candidate must have: An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent, or An accredited qualification in counselling at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level, or Previous experience in a family counselling environment in a job role involving the self directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units of competency (CHCDFV811C, CHCFCS801B, CHCFCS802B, CHCFCS804B and CHCFCS806C). 12 months February 2016 http://www.socialrelations.edu.au/ 6
Qualification Title Entry Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Relationships Australia SA Adelaide/Darwin/Perth/Hobart/ This qualification relates to dispute resolution practitioners working in agencies or independently to provide dispute resolution services and interventions for families experiencing high levels of relationship conflict and/or where the clients may be involved in the Family Law system. Dispute resolution in this qualification has a direct link to the provisions of the Family Law Act. Practitioners at this level are making high level, independent, complex judgements in highly specialised contexts. Some practitioner roles may also involve full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of work of self and others functions including, program planning, budget, strategy, design and analysis. To gain entry into CHC83108 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution a candidate must have: An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent OR An accredited qualification in conflict management or dispute resolution at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level OR Certificate IV in Mediation OR Previous experience in a dispute resolution environment in a job role involving self directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units as outlined below: CHCDFV811C Respond to domestic and family violence in family work CHCDISP801B Facilitate dispute resolution in the family law context CHCDISP802B Implement family dispute resolution strategies CHCDISP803B Facilitate dispute resolution in an impartial manner and adhere to ethical standards 7
CHCDISP804B Create an environment that supports the safety of vulnerable parties in dispute resolution CHCFAM505B Operate in a family law environment 6 months Cost of Course $6,000.00 Applications Open Open intakes are twice a year January and June Applications Close 1 week prior to course commencement Commencement 22 February 2016 Relevant Links http://www.socialrelations.edu.au/ Code Qualification Title CHC80308 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Australian Institute for Relationship Studies Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW Learn to mediate families within the legislative framework of Family Law utilising the conflict styles, theories and principles of Family Dispute Resolution. Understand Parenting Plans, Section 60I certificates, and Child Support Agency (CSA) Assessments, as well as the implications for property and financial matters Utilise child inclusive practice, exploring different models including those that are unique to Relationships Australia NSW. Examine and apply an ethical framework using industry codes of practice and standards. Address specific risks and areas of vulnerability using methods and strategies underpinned by contemporary research. Practice family dispute resolution skills in a safe and professional learning environment. Units of competency are: CHCDFV811C Respond to domestic and family violence in family work CHCDISP801B Facilitate dispute resolution in the family law context CHCDISP802B Implement family dispute resolution strategies CHCDISP803B Facilitate dispute resolution in an impartial manner and adhere to ethical standards 8
Entry Cost of Course $14,980.00 CHCDISP804B Create an environment that supports the safety of vulnerable parties in dispute resolution CHCFAM505B Operate in a family law environment CHCCS521B Assess and respond to individuals at risk of suicide CHCFAM801B Develop an understanding of child inclusive practice CHCFAM806B Assist clients to develop parenting arrangements HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation or equivalent OR An accredited qualification in conflict management or dispute resolution at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level OR Certificate IV in Mediation OR Previous experience in a dispute resolution environment in a job role involving self- directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, exercise of independent judgement and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. Applicants undertaking this qualification need to have previous experience in a dispute resolution environment. Throughout the course students are guided by qualified FDRP trainers to apply the theory to practice via simulated sessions and role-plays. Students are then provided with an additional work placement of 60 hours located in one of Relationships Australia NSW s Family Relationships Centres, supervised and mentored by an experienced FDRP as you work with real clients. 12 months Face-to-Face, with 60 hours compulsory Work placement. Our course also includes online component for assessments and learning Commencement Relevant Links Pamphlet/Brochure 4 February 2016 http://www.airs.edu.au/course/vocational-graduate-diploma-offamily-dispute-resolution/ See website 9
Code Qualification Title CHC80208 Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling Australian Institute for Relationship Studies Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW The Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling equips you to work with therapeutic challenges through an immersion in systemic practice and theory, providing a new level of understanding, clinical skills, knowledge and confidence in managing the complexities and intricacies particular to working with more than one client in the room. This qualification comprises Couple and Family Therapy, Domestic Violence and Working within Specific Communities in response to the growing need for advanced skills and knowledge in these increasingly prevalent, complex areas of work with individuals, couples and families in our community. Units of competency CHCFCS801B Approaches CHCCHILD403B CHCFCS802B CHCFCS806C Framework CHCORG428A Practice CHCDFV811C Family Work CHCDFV402C CHCDFV505C Family Violence CHCDVF816B CHCFCS804B People CHCCD413E Apply Theory and Practice of Counselling Promote the Safety, Well-Being and Welfare of Children, Young People and their Families Provide Relationship Counselling Work within A Clinical Supervision Reflect and Improve Own Professional Respond to Domestic and Family Violence in Manage Own professional Developments in Responding to Domestic and Family Violence Counsel Clients Affected by Domestic and Undertake Safety Planning with People who have been subjected to Domestic and Family Violence Provide Counselling to Children and Young Work Within Specific Communities 10
Entry An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent OR An accredited qualification in counselling at Diploma or Advanced Diploma level OR Previous experience in a family counselling environment in a job role involving the self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas, the exercise of independent judgment and decision making, and a range of technical and other skills. Cost of Course $17, 500.00 Throughout the course students are guided by qualified Relationship Counsellors as trainers to apply the theory to practice via simulated sessions and role-plays. Students are then provided with an additional work placement of 60 hours located in one of Relationships Australia NSW s Family Relationships Centres, supervised and mentored by an experienced FDRP as you work with real clients. 12 months Face-to-Face, with 60 hours compulsory Work placement. Our course also includes online component for assessments and learning Commencement 5 February 2016 Relevant Links http://www.airs.edu.au/course/vocational-graduate-diploma-inrelationship-counselling/ Pamphlet/Brochure See website 11
Qualification Title The six compulsory units of competency associated with the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Bond University (Dispute Resolution Centre) Gold Coast, Qld, 4229 This qualification applies to workers who are employed in a family dispute resolution environment. This qualification has particular relevance to Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) providing FDR processes. This course provides the core competencies of facilitating dispute resolution in a family context, implementing family dispute resolution strategies, responding to family violence and family work, and managing family violence and applying risk assessment processes. Entry To gain entry into the six compulsory units of competency associated with the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution a candidate must have: An undergraduate degree or higher qualification in Law, Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or equivalent. For award of this qualification, candidates must complete workplace application under direct supervision. Based on this workplace application, evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate's ability to apply skills and knowledge as specified in the core units of competency CHCDISP801B, CHCDISP802B, CHCFAM505B, CHCDFV811C, CHCDFV817B, CHCDISP804B. Mediation Course 4 days; plus Mediator Assessment 2 days; plus Family Dispute Resolution Course 5 days 11 days in total Cost of Course Mediation Course $2150; Mediator Assessment $1600; Family Dispute Resolution Course $2650 = $6400 Applications Open Applications Close Commencement (2016) Relevant Links Mediation Courses: March, July or October* Mediator Assessment: April, August or November* Family Dispute Resolution: May September or December* * See program below for full details http://bond.edu.au/about-bond/academia/facultylaw/dispute-resolution-centre/courses-schedules *2016 SHORT COURSES FOR ACCREDITATION PROGRAM, BOND UNIVERSITY s Place Course 10-13 March (Wk 8) Surfers Paradise 4 day Mediation Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 8-9 April (Wk 12) Bond University 2 day Mediator Assessment Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 12
11-15 May (Bk3) Bond University 5 day Family Dispute Resolution (LAWS 17/77-550)* + 14-17 July (Wk 9) Gold Coast 4 day Mediation Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 5-6 Aug (Wk 12) Bond University 2 day Mediator Assessment Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 31 August 4 Sept (Bk 2) Bond University 5 day Family Dispute Resolution (LAWS 17/77-550)* + 12 16 Oct (Wk 5) Gold Coast 4 day Mediation Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 11-12 Nov (Wk 9) Bond University 2 day Mediator Assessment Course (LAWS 17/77-519)* + 30 Nov-4 Dec (Wk 12) Bond University 5 day Family Dispute Resolution (LAWS 17/77-550)* + 13