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Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence

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6 months full-time or 1 year part-time equivalent

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AUD $ 13,400

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Course overview

Empower change and support victim-survivors

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.

Dr. Bridget Weir provides an overview of QUT’s Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence, discussing the program’s objectives and unique features.

Course units

Students must complete 48 credit points

Preventing Sexual Violence

12 credit points

Responding to Sexual Violence

12 credit points

Working in the Sexual Violence Sector

12 credit points

Sexual Violence in Diverse Communities and Contexts

12 credit points

Entry requirements

You can gain entry into the Graduate Certificate in Prevention and Responses to Sexual Violence with:

6-month program

  • 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.

Course outcomes

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

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

Potential career opportunities

Sexual violence counsellor

Provide support to sexual violence victim-survivors by helping them work through their experiences and adopt strategies to address their issues.

  • Average Salary

    $100,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4.5/5

  • Industry Growth

    +14.2%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Policy adviser

Effect change in the sexual violence space through regulatory and policy changes.

  • Average Salary

    $103,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4.5/5

  • Industry Growth

    +8.7%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

Lived experience engagement officer

Lead, coordinate and support lived experience victim-survivor engagement activities.

  • Average Salary

    $110,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    4/5

, 2026

Police officer

Enhance your career as a police officer by developing specialised knowledge.

  • Average Salary

    $75,000

  • Industry Job Satisfaction of

    3/5

  • Industry Growth

    +7.8%

    Projected job growth in next 5 years

, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

No, you don’t need prior experience in the study of sexual violence to be successful in this course.

Yes, this is a professional qualification for those who work with or come into contact with victims, perpetrators and others affected by sexual violence.

If you need any support while completing this unit, QUT Online offers services to students: Support services: QUT Online. We also provide a range of resources on self-care while studying this subject.

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