Overview
DV-Alert General helps you to 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.
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.
This 2-day workshop is run by our experienced trainers at Lifeline centres and other locations across Australia.
There are three compulsory assessment tasks to complete during the workshop.
National accreditation
After successfully completing the training (including assessments), you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment for the nationally recognised unit of competency CHCDFV001: Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence.
Eligibility and fees
DV-alert training is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. It’s 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
Registration link – Click Here
