Diploma
The Advanced Diploma of Justice is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes required for a successful career within the justice environment.
VCE or equivalent (this program does not select on ATAR), or mature age (at least 18 years of age).
Applicants for the Diploma of Justice are expected to have a demonstrated capacity in language, literacy and numeracy and be able to use a personal computer.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Blending theory with practice, the course will help you gain an in-depth, working knowledge of the Victorian criminal justice system.
Our highly skilled, passionate teachers bring workplace experience and ongoing dedication to the classroom, creating learning environments that are dynamic, innovative and supportive to student needs.
As part of the course, you will participate in a variety of exciting and unique learning activities including guest speakers from federal and state policing, youth justice, community corrections, Magistrates' Court and Local Laws.
In addition, there will be moot court performances and simulated workplace scenarios for you to put theory into practice. You can participate in field visits to a wide variety of justice environments. These include the Melbourne Magistrates' Court, Children's Court, Drug Court, Barwon and Marngoneet prisons, and the Victorian Parliament.
There are also opportunities for you to engage in industry events, seminars and expos, allowing for connecting and networking with industry representatives.
You can also have practical work placements at police stations, courts, community corrections offices, youth justice, local laws, barrister's offices, and a variety of relevant community organisations.
The 22321VIC Advanced Diploma of Justice is part of a vocational sequence that includes the 22320VIC Diploma of Justice.
Students enrol at the Diploma level to start the sequence (1st year) and continue on to the Advanced Diploma of Justice (2nd year).
This provides an exit point where students can graduate with the Diploma of Justice or continue on to the Advanced Diploma of Justice.
You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.