DV-alert Foundations
Free, nationally accredited training to help frontline workers recognise the signs of domestic and family violence, and know what to do next.
Description
Delivery: 2 days via face-to-face classroom or virtually via Zoom
Audience: Frontline workers, 18 years +
What it’s about
You will learn how to recognise the signs of domestic violence, respond appropriately, and refer to support services. This workshop covers the scope, patterns, and impacts of violence; what to consider for diverse groups, communication, interventions, safety, referral pathways, and more.
Who it's for
This workshop is open to frontline workers in Australia. This includes people who provide direct service and support to the community (paid or unpaid) in sectors like health, allied health, education, childcare, and community.
How it works
This 2-day workshop is run by our experienced trainers at Lifeline South Coast. There are three compulsory assessment tasks to complete during the workshop.
What you'll need
Every person will need a Unique Student Identifier to enrol in the workshop.
National accreditation
After successfully completing the training (including assessments), you will receive a Statement of Attainment for the nationally recognised unit of competency CHCDFV001: Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence. To find out more about this unit, please click here.
Eligibility and fees
DV-alert training is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. It is free for frontline workers who are eligible. This means you:
- Work, volunteer or are on student placement in the health, allied health, education, childcare or community sectors
- Have a Unique Student Identifier
- Are living in Australia and have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Permanent Residency or hold a visa with no study limitations
- Are aged 18 or older.
If this doesn’t sound like you, please consider one of our other courses.
This training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO: 88036.
Pre Enrolment – DV-alert Workshop Information
Lifeline Australia RTO Compliance Manual
Please see https://www.dvalert.org.au/ for more information.
