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Yarrow Place offers a number of
training programs for health workers. Forensic training courses
are held several times a year.
These include:
- Recognise and Respond to Disclosures of Rape and Sexual Assault
- Short course in the Provision of Health Care Services to Adults
who
have been Raped or Sexually Assaulted. (30 Category 1 CPD points
allocated)
- Short course in the Provision of Medical Care and Forensic
Services to adults
who have been Raped or Sexually Assaulted. (40 Category 1 CPD
points allocated)
- Work towards the prevention of Rape and Sexual Assault
- Respond to people with a disability who disclose rape and or
sexual assault
Yarrow Place also provides sector awareness sessions which can be
tailored to suit agencies
individual needs as well as a one day counselling course
Yarrow Place Training Programs provide individuals with
the necessary skills, knowledge and attitudes to undertake work
in the area of rape and sexual assault. It is expected that appropriately
trained workers will contribute to improving access, equity and
quality of service provision to victim/survivors, and as a result
reduce the negative health impacts of rape and sexual assault.
All Programs are aimed at empowering
people who have experienced rape and sexual assault through practices
that promote client self-determination. Yarrow Place acknowledges
that in many instances, workers already possess the interpersonal
skills needed to do this and therefore facilitation is based on
applying these
skills in a rape and sexual assault context. Participants will
be
involved in exercises and activities that relate to their own work
practices and experiences.
Please note for all courses: If minimum numbers are not reached the course will be cancelled.
Recognise and Respond to Disclosures of Rape and Sexual Assault
Prerequisites: None
This course will equip participants with the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to provide appropriate responses to adults who have been raped or sexually assaulted. This involves an understanding of the context in which rape and sexual assault occurs; the ability to assess client needs and match them to services available; and supporting the rights of clients through the implementation of practices which promote client self-determination.
The course is available to both paid and unpaid workers
in the community services and health sectors. It is also
available via distance learning should participants prefer
this option.
Dates, Costs & Location
People interested in this course please contact Yarrow Place
Respond to Disclosures of Rape and Sexual Assault by People with a Disability
Prerequisites: None
This course was developed with the support of the Office for Disability and Clients Services. It is designed for workers who provide services to people with a disability and focuses specifically on issues for the sector in relation to rape and sexual assault. Participants will gain an understanding of the myths associated with sexual assault; the impact this has on people with a disability; and ways to respond appropriately to a disclosure taking into consideration broader structural, cultural and social inequalities.
Available to organisations upon request.
Dates, Costs & Location
People interested in this course please contact Yarrow Place
Respond to Disclosures of Rape or Sexual Assault by Aboriginal People
Prerequisites: None
This course is aimed at Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal workers who will be responding to disclosures of sexual assault made by Aboriginal people. The course will enable workers to safely assist in the breaking of silence around sexual violence. It recognises that the impact of colonisation, racism, stolen generation, black deaths in custody and other discriminatory practices are linked to current levels of violence in Indigenous communities.
Dates, Costs & Location
People interested in this course please contact Yarrow Place
Short Course in the Provision of Medical Care and Forensic
Services to Adults
who have been Raped or Sexually Assaulted
Prerequisites : None
CPD Points : 40 Category 1 CPD Points
This course will equip participants with the necessary competencies to provide medical care to a victim/ survivor of rape or sexual assault as well as forensic services, in order for legal action to be taken. It outlines the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to collect and maintain evidence whilst upholding the rights and interests of the person. It also allows participants the opportunity to give evidence in court.
This accredited short course is open to individuals who want to or who already provide forensic services to adult survivors of rape or sexual assault (ie general practitioners; rural and remote nurse practitioners). This course is also offered via distance learning should participants prefer this option.
General practitioners who live and work in the country may be eligible to claim reimbursement of expenses incurred in attending this program. For further information please contact the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency on (08) 8357 7444
Dates, Costs & Location
People interested in this course please contact Yarrow Place
Work Towards the Prevention of Rape and Sexual Assault
Prerequisites: It is recommended that participants complete ‘Recognise and Respond’ prior to undertaking this course.
This course is designed for individuals responsible for the health and safety of others and for those working in crime prevention and/or community development. This course requires individuals to undertake some form of prevention work in a specific community context.
People interested in this course are
encouraged to contact
Yarrow Place.
Counselling Survivors of Adult Rape and Sexual Assault
Prerequisites: Recognise & Respond Course
The aim of the program is to explore a model of intervention and strategies for working with people who have experienced adult rape or sexual assault. The program will have an interactive focus and it is hoped participants will share their knowledge and experience regarding working with people who have experienced trauma.
Dates, Costs & Location
People interested in this course please contact Yarrow Place
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