Graduate Certificate in Suicidology
Griffith University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00233E
Suicide prevention in theory and practice.Explore the practical, policy and research issues in the field of suicide prevention in this graduate certificate. You'll gain a basic understanding of the key themes that emerge in suicide research and contemporary suicide prevention practices. The foundations of suicide and its prevention are explored through examination of historical, cultural, epidemiological, and practical theory and practice elements, providing a 360-degree perspective of the phenomena and its complexities. The role of lived experience is also emphasised given the critical role of the 'voice' of those who have been impacted by suicide loss or suicidality for informing suicide and its prevention.Industry and expert connections As a student of this program, you'll learn alongside student peers who share your interest in suicide prevention. Many will be working in the health sector already, allowing you to build a wider network of professional connections as you learn. You will have ample opportunity to connect with people in online seminars. Throughout, you will be guided through the course materials by leading experts in suicidology. Graduate outcomes The flexibility within this degree equips you for careers in the multi-disciplinary fields of health, social sciences, education, welfare, correctional services, emergency services and volunteer-peer based suicide prevention workforce. You will also benefit from specialist capabilities, enabling employment in suicide prevention and/ or mental health workforce including policy, academia, education, and non-clinical/clinical practice-based settings. Flexibility Study anytime, anywhere - This degree is available online through our Digital campus, giving you more room to fit university with your work and social life.Pursue further study The courses in this graduate certificate may be credited towards a related graduate diploma or masters degree. Griffith's innovative Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past, which will give you an idea of what you can expect.
Subjects
- Advances in Suicide Research 1
- Advances in Suicide Research 2
- Contemporary Suicide Prevention Practice 1
- Contemporary Suicide Prevention Practice II
Standard entry requirements
Any Bachelor degree in any disciplineHealth or social sciences-related Certificate IV VET/TAFE qualification plus two year's relevant work experience.
Recognition
Griffith University grants credit and recognition of prior learning which may relate to prior formal learning or prior informal and non-formal learning. For more information, please visit the following website: Credit transfer Griffith's innovative Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past. These precedents will give you an idea of what you can expect. View credit precedents for this program
Study pathways
Students with a Graduate Certificate in Suicidology (from Griffith University) with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or higher will be eligible to apply for entry to the Master of Suicidology (5666).
