PSY5020 Family violence practice foundations
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PSY5020 Family violence practice foundations is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. It isn't offered in 2026. It needs PSY5018, PSY5015, PSY5014, PSY5017, PSY5013, PSY5011, PSY5016 and PSY5012.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Other periods
- Monash Online
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
The 2027 handbook has no page for PSY5020. This is its 2026 entry, the latest one.
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Requisites
Before PSY5020
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
- PSY5018Mental health and wellbeing in the workplaceNo reviews yet
- PSY5015Supporting families for child and youth mental healthNo reviews yet
- PSY5014Counselling skills for mental health and wellbeingNo reviews yet
- PSY5017Disability and inclusive practiceNo reviews yet
- PSY5013Digital technologies in mental health careNo reviews yet
- PSY5011Foundations of mental health practiceNo reviews yet
- PSY5016Supporting mental health and wellbeing in older adults No reviews yet
- PSY5012Advocates in Indigenous health and wellbeingNo reviews yet
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After PSY5020
No unit lists PSY5020 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Must be enrolled in course code M6042
Overview
Family violence is a social issue with significant physical, financial, emotional and resource costs for individuals and communities.
In this unit you will be introduced to contemporary knowledge and theories informing our current understanding of family violence and critically examine how family violence impacts upon a diverse range of individuals.
You will also learn about current family violence legislation and policy, and some of the key approaches to assess and support responses to family violence.
Throughout the unit you will be encouraged to critically reflect upon your personal views, values and assumptions about family violence.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching period 1 | Monash Online | Mo |
| Teaching period 5 | Monash Online | Mo |
Assessment
- Report (1,500 words or 8-9 min pre-recorded oral presentation)Presentation40%
- Case study analysis and reflection: Safety planning (2,000 words)Written60%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explore the diverse nature of family violence lived/lived experiences for individuals and communities.
- 2
Engage in self-reflective practice to evaluate your personal views, values and assumptions about family violence.
- 3
Analyse the gendered drivers and reinforcing factors associated with family violence through the lens of key theoretical positions and practice-based frameworks.
- 4
Analyse the multiple and complex impacts of family violence on individuals, families and the broader community.
- 5
Apply contemporary approaches to assess and support responses to family violence.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials6 hours
You should expect to spend 20-24 hours per week on this unit to achieve the learning outcomes:
- 5-6 hours self-directed learning journeys
- 4-5 hours readings or activities
- 7-8 hours skills-based assessment tasks
Each week there will be an optional Zoom session.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Kim Johnston
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PSY5020?
You need PSY5018, PSY5015, PSY5014, PSY5017, PSY5013, PSY5011, PSY5016 and PSY5012 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is PSY5020 offered?
PSY5020 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.
Does PSY5020 have an exam?
No. PSY5020 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.