ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Successful enrolment into this course requires participants to be able to successfully complete a language Literacy and Numeracy test or have the equivalent knowledge and understanding at a minimum Year 10 standard.
COURSE SUMMARY
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all 15 core units and 5 elective units. You will also be required to undertake 160 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This qualification can lead to roles such as:
• Mental Health Practitioner
• Community Mental Health Worker
• Residential Care Coordinator
• Mental Health Outreach Worker
• Mental Health Advocate
• Program Coordinator
• Support & NDIS Facilitator
• Wellbeing Coordinator
COURSE OVERVIEW
Study the Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315) with our industry trainers to receive a competitive qualification to further students in their future endeavours and enable them for eligibility in university credits. Star College Australia provide all students with the guidance and assistance they may require to reach your full potential. Undertaking the The Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315) 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. Completion of this course will allow students to advance their careers and provide them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to last a life time.
CHC53315 UNIT OVERVIEW
Core Units
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice. Use communication to build relationships
CHCAOD005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide support to develop wellness
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 recovery oriented mental health services plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
Elective Units
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCAOD006 Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues
PAYMENT OPTIONS
No matter what your circumstances, Star College Australia has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help!
Fees Options
Full Fee: $10,770
Plus $97 Administration fee, non refundable
Part-Scholarship: $4,670
Plus $97 Administration fee, non refundable
Government Funding
Call 1300 206 000 to check your eligibility for Government funding.
Flexible Payment Plans
A 12 month, interest free payment plan available to approved applicants. Certification awarded once payment has been made in full.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING
Flexible Training
• Flexible start dates
• Flexible timetable options
• Personalised trainer support
• Complete in 12 months or less
Flexible Course Delivery
• Face-to-face
• Online
• Blended Delivery
• User Friendly Platform