Single unit
CHCFAM001 – Operate in a Family Law Environment
The Family Law System has undergone significant changes over the past few years. This unit is updated to align with recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975.
- Online
- No prerequisites
- 75 hours nominal
- Designed for 30 days
- $1500
Choose your pathway
Professional Development only
Training only (no assessment and no Statement of Attainment).
- Ideal for refreshing knowledge or sector exposure
- Access online learning structure, resources, recorded webinars
- Participate in live sessions (if available)
Statement of Attainment
Training + assessment with a Statement of Attainment (via partner RTO).
Delivered through a training partnership with RTO Inspiritive 21178. Mediation Institute provides all training and assessments. Inspiritive provides Quality Control and Validation.
- Quizzes, written tasks, case study and portfolio of documents/tasks
- You can provide workplace evidence (if working in dispute resolution or family law)
- You can propose alternative assessment evidence where appropriate
Where this unit fits
Core unit in: CHC81115 – Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution
Elective unit in:
- CHC81015 – Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling
- CHC52021 – Diploma of Community Services
- CHC42021 – Certificate IV in Community Services
Prefer the full qualification – CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution
Why do a single unit and not the full qualification?
No prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to enrol in this unit, making it a good first step for people interested in becoming a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.
- If you are completing a law degree or other Bachelor or higher qualification and want to get started now
- If you are completing mediation training, assessment and accreditation and want to start FDR studies as well
Start with a manageable chunk
A practical way to test your capacity for higher-level study before committing to the full graduate diploma.
Who this unit is for
- People starting a pathway toward becoming a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP)
- Registered FDR practitioners seeking a refresher and updated knowledge
- Intake officers and practitioners working with families in or alongside the family law system
If you are not already an FDR practitioner or working in an allied environment, we will discuss suitability with you before you enrol.
Delivery and timing
- This course is delivered through online learning.
- You can undertake the course and assessment for competence from anywhere in Australia.
- You can complete the course outside Australia if you want to update your knowledge of the Australian family law system.
- Nominal duration is 75 hours (2024 Victorian Purchasing Guide).
- We schedule the course to be completed within 30 days of the close date for enrolment (course groups close mid-month).
What you will learn
This unit covers required knowledge essential for Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners and others working in the family law context.
Overview (expand/collapse)
- Points at which services can be provided within the family law system (prevention, assessment, intervention, support)
- Client needs and how to respond to issues relating to domestic and family violence, finances/spousal support, property, children, relationship conflict
- Strategies to help clients understand the consequences of exposing children to conflict
- Systems and processes within the family law environment
- Where to seek expert clarification of family law and how to use referrals appropriately
Legislation and responsibilities covered (expand/collapse)
- Commonwealth Family Law legislation and how it applies in practice
- State and Territory Family Violence legislation
- Commonwealth Child Support legislation
- Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation
- Duty of care requirements when working with families within the family law system
- Family dynamics in different cultures and impacts on service provision
- Referral options and systems for clients whose needs may be better met by other services or experts
Skills development and assessment
Skills development
You will develop your ability to apply knowledge in real-life scenarios through case studies, discussions, and the use of documentation and systems.
Assessment (Statement of Attainment pathway only)
Knowledge is demonstrated through quizzes, written tasks, case study, and a portfolio of completed documents and tasks. Workplace evidence may be used where relevant, and alternative evidence may be proposed.
During the course you will demonstrate competence in role plays and simulations and then apply them in the workplace. If completing this unit as a stand-alone course, it is acceptable for all assessment to be completed in a simulated environment that simulates workplace conditions.
Unit details (compliance information)
Unit description (expand/collapse)
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine and respond to family law requirements, work collaboratively within the family law system, and contribute to improved work practices linked to family law.
Elements (expand/collapse)
- Determine and respond to family law requirements
- Collaborate with others in the family law system
- Contribute to workplace improvements
Performance evidence (expand/collapse)
There must be evidence that the candidate has:
- Correctly applied family law to at least 5 different client situations (including needs relating to domestic and family violence/safety, finance, property, children, relationship conflict)
- Demonstrated effective use of systems and processes, documentation, reporting, and collaboration with others in the system
- Developed appropriate responses to at least 5 different legal or ethical dilemmas in the family law context
- Identified and analysed at least 3 work practices in terms of how they meet family law responsibilities and what improvements could be made
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You can propose alternative assessment evidence if you have evidence from the workplace that you believe demonstrates your skills and knowledge.
As this unit is offered as a course there is no discount for RPL if you also want access to the course materials.
This unit is delivered as a stand-alone course. If you are seeking training to become a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, the CHC81115 – Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution course is going to be more suitable for you.
Meet Our Supportive Training Team
All team members are Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners.
Joanne Law
Cynthia Brooking
Ken Speakman
Lee Lee
Cheryl Bryan
Ange Beasley
Sheree Anderson
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