Family Violence
Unit Code: PSY5020
Duration: 6 weeks
Contact Hours: 20-24 hours of study per week
Credit Points: 6
Description:
In this unit students will examine psychological practice in relation to family/domestic violence (FDV) and explore the roles and obligations of workers in the response to and prevention of family violence.
Attention will be drawn to contemporary knowledge and theories regarding family violence and the ways in which this knowledge can be applied in practice. Critical reflection and analysis of knowledge, values and practice/skills constitutes an integral component of the unit.