Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma)

About the course

This Graduate Certificate builds specialist capability in human and community services with a focus on interpersonal trauma. Developed in partnership with NSW Health ECAV, it emphasises contemporary policy, practice and research, and is designed to support Indigenous workforce needs. Delivered face-to-face and part-time, the course suits Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island students working in the sector who want a trauma-specialist credential in social work and community services.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their specialist practice in human and community services roles supporting people impacted by interpersonal trauma. The qualification is relevant to work across community and health settings, including violence prevention and response, child and family services, and sexual assault and trauma-informed support services. It can help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island practitioners progress within NSW Health and related community organisations with a Graduate Certificate focused on social work and community services.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)