Diploma Of Justice | Chisholm TAFE

Open up a whole new career path in the justice field

Expand your career opportunities in the justice field and make a difference in this dynamic and challenging environment.

When you complete the Diploma of Justice, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to work as a legal officer or authorised officer within the criminal justice system.

You’ll learn how to conduct investigations; take witness statements; prepare documentation; mediate; apply criminal law; and apply your knowledge of family violence and cultural diversity within justice environments.

Course code: 22197VIC
Location: Frankston, Chisholm at 311
Length: Full Time, 6 months. Part Time, 1 year.
Commencing: February, July

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Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves practical learning in a structured class environment.

This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in police and law enforcement agencies, legal services, local government, Australian Customs and courts services.

The course can be completed part time over one year or full time over six months.

Once complete, you can develop your skills further by studying Chisholm’s Advanced Diploma of Justice.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Sample study units

Unit code	Unit Description
VU20864	Work with conflict resolution and mediation processes within justice environments
VU20863	Work with culturally diverse clients within justice environments
VU20861	Apply criminal law within justice environments
LGACOM406A	Investigate alleged breaches of legislation and prepare documentation
VU20865	Apply management and leadership within justice environments
VU20862	Work with family violence contexts within justice environments

Admission requirements
Certificate IV in Justice

Fees

Fees
Fees and charges	Concession card holder or dependant	Student eligible for government-subsidised training	Full-fee-paying student
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	N/A	$1829.00	$3472.00
Materials fee (GST inc)	N/A	$180.00	$180.00
Student Services and Amenities fee (GST inc)	N/A	$175.00	$175.00
Ancillary fee	N/A	$25.00	$25.00
Total	N/A	$2209.00	$3852.00

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Help with fees

VET FEE-HELP

At Chisholm, you can get a VET FEE-HELP loan to help you pay for all or part of the tuition fees for this course. Find out more about using VET FEE-HELP to study now and pay later.

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.

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Diploma Of Justice	Advanced Diploma Of Justice
Possible job outcome	community services liaison officer court administration officer deputy court registrar legal officer	customs officer community corrections officer policing and law enforcement youth support worker legal advocacy

Skills recognition

Did you know that your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out more about skills recognition and RPL.