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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