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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice

  • Graduate Certificate

This course presents the core knowledge and skills in assessment, intervention and case management used in the decision-making, planning and reviewing processes of child protection.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Course Code
11280

About this course

The course will explore structural and systemic issues as well as the practical application of evidence-informed frameworks for practice. The principles of strengths-based intervention, culturally competent practice, capacity building and inclusivity will be central to the learning. The graduate certificate is intended for people who already hold a degree but who wish to undertake further study so that they can proceed to a graduate diploma and possibly also a master's degree, or who wish to obtain advanced qualifications in a specific area of expertise.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-a relevant bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways
The course has direct relevance for employment in statutory protection settings, in community-based child and family welfare agencies and in out-of-home and leaving care sectors in which knowledge of child protection is required.
Career Pathways The course has direct relevance for employment in statutory protection settings, in community-based child and family welfare agencies and in out-of-home and leaving care sectors in which knowledge of child protection is required.
Further Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)


Further Study
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)


Course structure

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