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Graduate Certificate of Social Science in Prenatal and Postnatal Family Support

Postgraduate course

  • This information is for local students.
  • This course is not available to international students.
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    you are an Australian citizen, or
    you are a New Zealand citizen (excluding TAFE courses), or
    you are an Australian permanent resident.
    You are an international student if:
    you are not an Australian citizen, and
    you are not a New Zealand citizen (excluding TAFE courses), and
    you are not an Australian permanent resident.    local or an international student    ?

Overview

This program aims to give participants the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective support to families during the prenatal and postnatal period while broadening the skills they have already gained in undergraduate programs and workplace experiences.
This is a postgraduate program accredited by Swinburne University of Technology and delivered by Swinburne's TAFE Division. All graduates will receive a Swinburne University of Technology award.
Duration1 year part-time
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Prahran -Semester 1
Wantirna -Semester 1
Study modePart-time (evening)
Course codeTT0046PNFS
Fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course are sought for employment in agencies working with infants and families such as mother and baby units, and also in private homes. The qualification may also lead to opportunities to work in maternity hospitals or other organisations including maternal and child health centres.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure and units of study.

Course description

This program aims to give participants the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective support to families during the prenatal and postnatal period while broadening the skills they have already gained in undergraduate programs and workplace experiences.
This is a postgraduate program accredited by Swinburne University of Technology and delivered by Swinburne's TAFE Division. All graduates will receive a Swinburne University of Technology award.

Course structure

This program consists of four units of study. It requires participants to undertake a workplace learning component, conduct project work and do off-campus research. Classes will be held one evening per week commencing in February. Some Saturday sessions will also be scheduled each semester.

Units of study

0046FS1 Pre and Postnatal Principles and Practice
0046FS2 Family and Parenting Issues
0046FS3 Communication with Parents and Health Professionals
0046FS4 Short and Long Term Care Planning
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: career opportunities.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course are sought for employment in agencies working with infants and families such as mother and baby units, and also in private homes. The qualification may also lead to opportunities to work in maternity hospitals or other organisations including maternal and child health centres.
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On this page: entry requirements, pathways, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants will normally require professional qualifications in the children’s services area at diploma or degree level or equivalent. Critical reflection, analysis and research skills are also necessary to meet the requirements of the program. Applicants will also be required to demonstrate academic and interpersonal skills adequate for postgraduate studies in social and community services.

Pathways

Courses at Swinburne can provide an alternative entry option, or pathway, into further TAFE, undergraduate and postgraduate courses if you don’t meet the entry requirements. For example, successful completion of a Swinburne diploma or advanced diploma provides credits that can advance you to later stages of an undergraduate degree. Certificate level studies can also pathway through to higher level TAFE studies. Whatever your situation, pathways ensure you gain the maximum benefit for previous study – whether at Swinburne or another institution. For more information, please visit the Pathways website.

Credit transfer

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer website.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. To learn more about RPL and how to apply, please visit the RPL website.

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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees, scholarships and find out more.

How to apply

Apply direct to Swinburne by following the step-by-step process on the How to Apply website.

Course fees

The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Scholarships

For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit the Scholarships website.

Find out more

Submit an Online Enquiry 
Tel: 1300 275 794
Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au

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