Become a family violence support specialist in New Zealand
The Advanced Certificate in Domestic and Family Violence Support (NZ) is one of the first online programs designed specifically for the New Zealand context. 100% online, self-paced, and open for enrolment now.
Using knowledge to tackle family violence and create real change
This course equips you with practical skills and knowledge to support survivors of domestic and family violence, regardless of age, gender or background.
Course detailsBuild the knowledge to move into support work, outreach or advocacy in the family violence sector.
Add specialist family violence knowledge to the work you already do with whānau and communities.
Understand coercive control, trauma and safety planning so you can respond well when it matters.
Built around New Zealand law and practice
Twelve core areas, from the Family Violence Act 2018 and the Specialist Family Violence Courts to coercive control, safety planning and trauma-informed support.
Where the course can take you
Graduates commonly look at roles across the family violence and social services sector, such as:
Some roles need further training, qualifications or safety checks (for example Police vetting or Children's Act checks). Courses4me does not guarantee employment.
From enquiry to graduation
- 1Choose how to pay
Upfront $1,260 NZD (save $500) or a plan from $20 a week.
- 2Quick phone confirmation
We confirm your enrolment by phone, for legal and compliance reasons.
- 3Logins within 24 hours
Start straight away, on your computer, laptop or tablet.
- 4Study at your pace
An assigned tutor marks your assignments. Unlimited course access.
- 5Graduate
Hard and digital certificate and transcript, plus our job-ready program.
Save $500 upfront, or $20 a week
Pay $1,260 NZD upfront and save $500, or start now with an interest-free plan from $20 a week ($1,760 NZD in total). The payment plan needs a New Zealand bank account and is processed securely by GoCardless.
Courses4me does not receive government funding. On a payment plan, your certificate is released once the plan is paid in full.
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From $20 / week
Interest-free — weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
- No interest
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- Start studying now
Got a question? Ask it now.
Our AI advisor knows this course inside out: what you will study, how long it takes, fees and payment plans, and how enrolment works. It replies in seconds, any time of day.
For enrolment and anything personal, a course advisor is on +64 800 600 548, Monday to Friday 9:00–19:00.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 111. Women's Refuge is on 0800 733 843 (24/7), and the Family Violence Information Line is on 0800 456 450. Studying this course is not a substitute for professional help.
Is Courses4me accredited?
Yes. All of our courses are endorsed by the IARC (www.iarcedu.com) and accredited by ICOES (www.icoes.org). ICOES has an independent board of management and an Advisory Board of independent professors who developed the Accreditation Standards used for the annual review of accredited course providers.
Courses4me is a private education company. It is not a Registered Training Organisation, and its courses are not NZQA-registered qualifications.
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Yes. The Advanced Certificate in Domestic and Family Violence Support (NZ) is built around the New Zealand context, including the Family Violence Act 2018, the safety of tamariki and rangatahi, and the Specialist Family Violence Courts.
How long does it take?
About 500 hours from start to finish. It is self-paced with no due dates, most students graduate within 12 months, and you have unlimited access to your course.
How much does it cost?
$1,260 NZD upfront (save $500), or an interest-free payment plan totalling $1,760 NZD, from $20 a week. The payment plan needs a New Zealand bank account.
Do I need any qualifications to enrol?
No. No prior qualifications or prerequisites are needed. All you need is a computer, laptop or tablet. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must give written permission and act as financial sponsor.
How do I enrol and when can I start?
Intake is open now. Choose upfront payment or the payment plan, then we confirm your enrolment over the phone (for legal and compliance reasons). Your logins arrive within 24 hours on business days.
Will this get me a job?
The course gives you knowledge and practical skills for support work in the family violence sector, and graduates get our free job-ready program (resume and interview help). We cannot guarantee employment, and some roles need further training, qualifications or vetting.
Is Courses4me accredited?
All Courses4me courses are accredited by ICOES and endorsed by IARC. Courses4me is a private education company. It is not a Registered Training Organisation and this is not an NZQA-registered qualification.
Can I change my mind after enrolling?
Yes, within the 3-day cooling-off period (weekends and public holidays included): call +64 800 600 548 or email support@courses4me.com.au. Requests after the cooling-off period cannot be actioned.
Ready to start? Enrol today.
Save $500 upfront, or begin with an interest-free plan from $20 a week. Logins arrive within 24 hours, and you study at your own pace.