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Full-time, 2 years
Overview
This two-year full-time or four-year part time course, validated by Sheffield Hallam University, has been designed to cover content and modules related to the core duties of an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA), Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) or Children and Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker (CYPDASW). This course cleverly connects the knowledge, skills and behaviours with the necessary competencies associated with the three career pathways. The course has also been designed in consultation with external stakeholders and employers to ensure that the indicative content and respective employability skills meets the needs of the sector.
What you’ll study, year by year
12 modules
Year 1 Certificate stage
- Module 1 Foundations of Domestic Abuse and Sexual violence Practice
- Module 2 Ethics, Legislation, safeguarding and Rish Assessment
- Module 3 Communication, Engagement and Survivor Empowerment
- Module 4 Crisis Response and Safety planning
- Module 5 Casework, Recording and Professional Practice
- Module 6 Equality, Anti- Oppressive & Intersectional Practice
Year 2 Diploma stage
- Module 7 Children, Young People and Families in Practice
- Module 8 Trauma Informed Practice and Recovery Pathways
- Module 9 Advocacy, Courts and Accountability
- Module 10 Multi-Agency working and Service Navigation
- Module 11 Sexual Violence & Specialist Practice
- Module 12 Research Proposal
All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time
Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.
How you’ll learn
You’ll learn through lectures, seminars and workshops.
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Group projects
- Guest speakers
Read more about how you’ll learn
The primary way of delivering this course is on campus. On campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, group seminars, workshops, guest lectures and one to one discussions with your tutor.
Typically, students can expect to receive 6-hours of teaching over one day per week.
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Where it can take you
Foundation degree graduates will have the opportunity to access top-up programmes in Criminology and/or Criminal Justice, and there are several universities that offer top programmes. Nottingham Trent University offers a BA (Hons) Criminal Justice (top-up) and the University Centre of Blackburn College and UCEN Manchester both offer a BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice (top-up).
- ISVA- IDVA roles
- Support roles
- GP practices
- Criminal Justice System
- Youth services
Read more about careers and progression
Graduates will also have the skill set to move straight into industry and may undertake ISVA- IDVA roles, work within support roles, work in GP practices or within the Criminal Justice System and youth services.
Found where you fit?
Entry requirements
Don’t have the standard qualifications? You may still be able to apply.
48UCAS points
Prospective students must have one of the following:
Entry requirements will usually be:
- 48 UCAS Tariff Points: Level 3 qualifications, these may include: A Level or BTEC National Diploma (PPP) or a Foundation Diploma, in a relevant subject area
- Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at Level 3
Taken a different path?
We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from a variety of backgrounds and situations. If you have been out of formal education for some time, and/or you do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help. Please get in touch to find out more.
Fees and funding
£8,190
a year for UK students
Financial support
UK students can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of their course and a maintenance loan to cover living costs.
We also have a range of other financial support available.
Additional costs
Your Tuition fees cover the majority of costs associated with your course (including registration, tuition and assessment.)
There may be some extra costs that you might need to make, or choose to pay, for example:
- Books (you will have access to an extensive range of electronic books and journals from your module reading lists in the LRC, but you may want to buy your own copies)
- Printing and photocopying
- Trips and enhancement opportunities
If your course includes a work placement, you may be required to pay for a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Questions about funding?
Your next step
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply direct to us online, and we’ll reply by email.
2
You hear back
You’ll get an unconditional offer, a conditional offer, or an unsuccessful application.
3
You get ready to start
Before you enrol we’ll need photo ID and copies of your certificates. Apply for Student Finance early.
Quick reference for careers advisers
Level
Level 5
Duration
2 years
Study mode
Full-time
Awarding body
Sheffield Hallam University