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.