Diploma of Justice | Chisholm TAFE

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Be part of the justice system and make a difference in the community

Extend your skills in the field of justice and make a difference in periods of rapid social, economic, legal and political change.

When you complete the Diploma of Justice you will be able to confidently perform professional duties in the justice environment in roles such as enforcement officer, customs officer, paralegal, community corrections officer or justice support officer. You'll gain an in depth understanding of the legal system, the criminal justice system, family violence, criminal law, policing and investigation processes, border protection, child protection and management of offenders.

TIMETABLE
Dandenong: Monday 9-3.30, Tuesday 9-12.00, Wed 9-12.00, Fri 12.30-3.30
Frankston: Mon 9-3.30, Wed 9-3.30, Fri 9-3.30

Mode of delivery: Delivery will be a mix of blended classroom based, face to face and online

For information on student support provided while studying at Chisholm, visit our Current Students site. Here you will also find important information on student life, student activities, careers and counselling support. A concise summary can be found in our Student Guide, including information on withdrawals, refunds and complaints.

Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements, to continue your learning journey, this program will be delivered remotely where possible.

Participants will be required to engage with learning material online and via video conferencing software rather than attend classes. Refer to our COVID-19 Online Service Standards for details of minimum technical requirements and support available. While it is expected that the course duration will remain unchanged, it may be necessary to extend the completion date if circumstances change. Chisholm will be monitoring the situation closely and inform of any changes if the duration of a course is extended.

If you have any queries on a course delivery please contact our student information centre on 1300 244 746 or enquiries@chisholm.edu.au.

Course code: 22320VIC
On campus: Dandenong, Frankston
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 1 year.
Start dates: 1 Feb (Frankston) 1 Feb (Dandenong FULL), 19 Apr (Dandenong and Frankston), 12 Jul (Dandenong and Frankston)

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Experienced teachers who are experts in the field will guide you through the program. This course can be completed full time over one year.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
VU21912	Support the management of adult offenders within the Victorian correctional framework
VU21914	Apply criminal law within justice environments
VU21916	Work with culturally diverse clients within justice environments
VU21920	Apply Australian Border Force law enforcement processes within justice environments
VU21910	Work within the criminal justice system
VU21915	Work with family violence contexts within justice environments
VU21921	Support policing processes within justice environment contexts

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Diploma of Justice	Advanced Diploma Of Justice
Possible job outcome	criminologist policing and law enforcement community corrections officer court administration officer border protection project officer courts and tribunals - court registrar	legal advocacy australian border force policing and law enforcement local laws officer and local government authorities community corrections officer courts and tribunals - court registrar

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.
Admission requirements

Applications must complete Basic Key Skills Builder Test (BKSB) and obtain an exit level 4 - working level 5 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both literacy and numeracy

Fees

Fees
Indicative course fees
	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	N/A	$3705.00	$8450.00

Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	N/A	$200.00	$200.00
Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	N/A	$250	$250
Payable	N/A	$4155.00	$8900.00
Student eligible for Free TAFE course (Tuition fee exempt)
Payable (Free TAFE)	N/A	$450.00	N/A

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.

Help with fees

At Chisholm, you can get a VET Student Loan to help you pay for all or part of the tuition fees for this course. VET student loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. Find out more about how a VET Student Loan can help you study now and pay later.

If you are eligible for a student loan, you can access up to $10,717 to help cover the tuition fees for this course.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out how to apply for a scholarship.

Government-subsidised training

Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.

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