Domestic and Family Violence Leave & Workplace Support

Domestic and family violence can have a significant impact on the safety, wellbeing, and employment...

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2-5 Hours
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Intermediate

About This Course

Domestic and family violence can have a significant impact on the safety, wellbeing, and employment of affected workers. Australian employers have an important role in creating workplaces where employees feel safe to seek support, access their workplace entitlements, and continue working in an environment that respects their privacy, dignity, and wellbeing. The Domestic and Family Violence Leave & Workplace Support course provides practical, Australia-focused training to help organisations understand their legal responsibilities, respond appropriately to disclosures, and build supportive workplace practices for employees experiencing domestic and family violence.

Domestic and family violence extends beyond physical abuse and may include emotional, psychological, financial, sexual, technological, and coercive control behaviours that can affect an employee's ability to work safely and effectively. Australian workplaces are increasingly expected to recognise these impacts, provide appropriate workplace adjustments, manage psychosocial risks, protect employee confidentiality, and comply with legislative obligations, including paid family and domestic violence leave under the National Employment Standards (NES).

This comprehensive online Domestic and Family Violence Leave & Workplace Support course explains Australia's legal framework and workplace responsibilities in a practical, easy-to-understand format. Participants will learn how to recognise warning signs, respond to disclosures with empathy and professionalism, support trauma-informed workplace practices, manage workplace safety risks, protect sensitive information, and implement effective policies and governance arrangements. The course also explores leadership responsibilities, inclusive support strategies, psychosocial health, privacy obligations, and organisational best practices that help create safe, respectful, and supportive workplaces.

Through realistic workplace scenarios, practical examples, and interactive learning, participants will develop the confidence to support affected employees while strengthening organisational compliance, workplace culture, and employee wellbeing. Whether you are a business owner, manager, supervisor, HR professional, payroll officer, WHS practitioner, compliance professional, or team leader, this course provides practical skills that can be applied immediately to build safer and more supportive Australian workplaces.

What You'll Learn

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand domestic and family violence and its impact on Australian workplaces.
  • Recognise different forms of abuse, coercive control, and workplace risk indicators.
  • Understand employee entitlements under the National Employment Standards (NES).
  • Respond appropriately to disclosures using trauma-informed communication.
  • Support workplace safety planning and risk management for affected employees.
  • Understand psychosocial hazards and employer WHS responsibilities.
  • Protect employee privacy, confidentiality, and sensitive workplace information.
  • Implement effective workplace policies, governance, and reporting processes.
  • Promote inclusive support for vulnerable workers and diverse workplaces.
  • Foster a respectful, supportive, and legally compliant workplace culture.

Who should Take This Course

This course is ideal for:

  • Business Owners
  • Company Directors
  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Human Resources Professionals
  • Payroll Officers
  • WHS Professionals
  • Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs)
  • Compliance Officers
  • Team Leaders
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators
  • Workplace Wellbeing Professionals
  • All Employees

Compliance and Regulatory Alignment

This course supports awareness and understanding of Australian workplace obligations and recognised best practices, including:

  • Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)
  • National Employment Standards (NES) – Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave
  • Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation
  • Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work guidance
  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)
  • Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)
  • Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity legislation
  • Fair Work Ombudsman guidance
  • Safe Work Australia guidance
  • Trauma-Informed Workplace Principles
  • Workplace Wellbeing and Organisational Governance Best Practices

Why Compliance Training Matters


Domestic and family violence can affect employee safety, wellbeing, attendance, performance, and workplace relationships. Organisations that understand their legal obligations and provide appropriate workplace support are better positioned to protect employees, reduce psychosocial risks, and create respectful, inclusive workplaces. Effective training helps managers and employees recognise warning signs, respond appropriately to disclosures, maintain confidentiality, and support affected workers without causing further harm. It also strengthens organisational governance, improves compliance with workplace legislation, and demonstrates a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing. By investing in domestic and family violence awareness, organisations help build safer workplaces where employees feel supported, respected, and able to access the assistance they need.

Career opportunities

Knowledge of domestic and family violence workplace support is increasingly valuable across human resources, workplace health and safety, compliance, employee wellbeing, governance, and leadership roles. As Australian organisations strengthen their approach to employee wellbeing and psychosocial safety, professionals with this knowledge are becoming increasingly valuable.

This course can support career development in roles such as:

  • Human Resources Manager
  • HR Business Partner
  • WHS Manager
  • Workplace Wellbeing Advisor
  • Employee Relations Advisor
  • Compliance Officer
  • Payroll Manager
  • Health and Safety Representative (HSR)
  • Team Leader
  • Operations Manager
  • Business Owner
  • Company Director
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinator
  • People and Culture Advisor
  • Workplace Safety Consultant

Requirements


There are no formal prerequisites for this course. It is suitable for employees, managers, supervisors, HR professionals, payroll teams, WHS practitioners, business owners, and anyone responsible for supporting employee wellbeing and workplace compliance.

Certification

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and final assessment, learners will receive a Digital Certificate from Australian Compliance Training. This certificate demonstrates practical knowledge of domestic and family violence workplace support, employee entitlements, trauma-informed responses, and Australian workplace compliance.

Certification

Frequently Asked Questions


Family and Domestic Violence Leave is a workplace entitlement under the National Employment Standards (NES) that provides eligible employees with paid leave to deal with the impacts of family and domestic violence while maintaining their employment.


This course is suitable for business owners, managers, HR professionals, payroll teams, supervisors, WHS practitioners, compliance professionals, and employees responsible for supporting workplace wellbeing and legal compliance.


Domestic and family violence can affect employee safety, attendance, wellbeing, and performance. Workplace awareness helps organisations provide appropriate support, protect employee privacy, manage safety risks, and meet Australian legal obligations.


Yes. The course explains key Australian legislation, including the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, Work Health and Safety obligations, privacy requirements, and recognised workplace best practices.


This course helps organisations strengthen compliance, improve employee support, manage psychosocial risks, promote trauma-informed workplace practices, and build a safer, more respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.

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