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Diploma of Mental Health

Support people experiencing mental health challenges using recovery-oriented, evidence-based practice.

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Level

Diploma

Duration

52 weeks

Fees

Code

CHC53315

CRICOS

117236H

Total Units

Course overview

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues. They can provide counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services. These workers are required to have high level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

Entry requirements

Minimum age: 18 years at the time of enrolment
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each module) or equivalent test accepted by the Department of Home Affairs. View accepted tests →
Year 12 qualification or equivalent academic background

Career outcomes

Mental health Outreach worker
Welfare Support Worker
Program Service Co-ordinator
Case Manager

Work placement

This qualification requires 160 hours of supervised work placement in a relevant community or health services setting. Placements are arranged with industry partners and must be completed to be awarded the qualification.

Course structure

20 units in total · 15 core · 5 electives

Core units

CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety

Elective units

CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
CHCCCS018 Provide suicide bereavement support
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans

Education pathways

Diploma of Community Services
candidates may undertake a relevant bachelor degree (or Post-graduate certificate in business with a university or higher education provider).

Exit point & award

Students that successfully complete all 20 units of competency as stated in the Course Structure and mandatory 160hrs work placement, will be issued with CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Students that successfully complete all 20 units of competency as stated in the Course Structure and mandatory 160hrs work placement, will be issued with CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

RPL & Credit Transfer

Fast track your qualification by gaining credit for your existing skills and prior learning. If you have relevant experience or completed units / qualifications, indicate RPL / Credit Transfer in your application.

Australian Health and Horticulture Institute Pty Ltd recognises AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by Registered Training Organisations.

Additional information

For full terms, conditions and student life information, please refer to our Student Handbook.

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