DV-alert
Our free training program will help you recognise the signs of domestic and family violence, and know what to do next – DV-alert empowers you to act safely and appropriately.
DV-alert, a domestic violence response training program, gives our community the skills
to Recognise, Respond and Refer cases of domestic and family violence.
Our training
DV-alert is a free, nationally recognised training program that is available, at no cost, to all health, allied health and frontline workers who are most likely to encounter people experiencing or at risk of domestic and family violence.
DV-alert is available as general or Indigenous face-to-face workshops, via e-learning or awareness sessions, and we can also tailor workshops to the needs of individual organisations.
Learn to recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence with DV-alert.
2024 Workshops
1-Day DV-alert Men Who Use Violence Workshop
Tuesday 10 December
9:00am–4:30pm
Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney,
4 Park Avenue, Gordon, NSW 2072
Further training for frontline workers who have completed any 2-day DV-alert workshop, this workshop focuses on the drivers of men’s use of violence and how to take actions that will lower the risk these men present to their partners and children. Frontline workers will learn how to Recognise, Respond and Refer appropriately and with care.
2025 Workshops
2-Day DV-alert Foundations Workshop
For Frontline Workers
Wednesday 5 March and Thursday 6 March 2025
9:00am–5:00pm
Hornsby RSL,
4 High Street Hornsby 2077
2-Hour DV-aware Workshop
Thursday 20 March 2025
2:00pm–4:00pm
Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney,
4 Park Avenue, Gordon, NSW 2072
2-Day DV-alert Foundations Workshop
For Frontline Workers
Wednesday 28 May and Thursday 29 May 2025
9:00am–5:00pm
Hornsby RSL,
4 High Street Hornsby 2077
1-Day DV-alert Men Who Use Violence Workshop
Friday 6 June
9:00am–4:30pm
Hornsby RSL,
4 High Street Hornsby 2077
Further training for frontline workers who have completed any 2-day DV-alert workshop, this workshop focuses on the drivers of men’s use of violence and how to take actions that will lower the risk these men present to their partners and children. Frontline workers will learn how to Recognise, Respond and Refer appropriately and with care.
Training that makes a difference
Training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO 88036.
On successful completion of DV-alert training, students will receive a Statement of Attainment CHCDFV001.
Please note this training program is not intended to equip participants to undertake therapeutic or counselling work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know
You will attend a two-day workshop, where you will interact with other participants in small groups, complete a workbook and skills assessment, and receive a final call from the trainer as part of the assessment.
Face-to-face workshops are held across all states and territories to encourage more health, allied health and community support workers to enrol in the course.
What you need to know
These workshops are specifically designed for health, allied health and community support workers who are working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous workers are welcome to enrol.
What you need to know
This is an 18-hour online course held over six to eight weeks. It involves downloading and reading online materials, working through lessons, and completing assessment questions.
A qualified trainer is available to support online participants throughout the course, assess answers to the workbook, and provide feedback to participants.
Upon completing the course, participants will receive a final call from the trainer as part of the assessment.
What you need to know
These two-hour DV-aware workshops are designed to meet the needs of communities and specific groups and organisations who encounter domestic and family violence.
Held at Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney in Gordon, bookings are essential.
What you need to know
A two-day DV-alert workshop can be organised for organisations that work with families and communities (minimum of 10 staff).
Specifically designed for your organisation, staff will learn to recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence.
'This is the most important and best training I've ever had. I came out so much better equipped
than when I went in – it was so insightful and will help me in my professional life, and my personal life too.'
Got questions?
Want to find out more? Please visit the DV alert website.