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Diploma of Mental Health

CHC53315

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online, Workplace

Outcomes

Community Care Worker, Community Health Worker, Community Services Case Manager, Community Services Worker, Community Wellness Officer, Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, Drug and Alcohol Worker, Mental Health Officer, Mental Health Support Worker

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Qualification

Diploma

Awarded By

Hader Institute of Education

Duration

12 months

Start Date

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Payment Option

Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Total cost of this course is $7,995.

You have an option of paying up-front, or you can take advantage of Hader Institute's interest-free payment plans starting from as little as $72 per week.

Course Rundown

If you are looking for a career path based on helping others overcome issues posed by mental health challenges, or you already have some community services or health experience and would like to advance your career, then this CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education could be a great option for you. This qualification is designed to give you all the necessary specialist skills that will allow you to work with and support people in the community who face various challenges related to mental health. The course will teach you essential skills such as how to provide recovery oriented mental health services, how to provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs, how to provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues and how to assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being. The theoretical component of the qualification is 100% online based, while the course also involves 160 hours of practical work placement which will ensure that on completion you will have both required skills and knowledge and real world experience to engage in one of many mental health work positions available nationally.

Eligibility

Student entry requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have completed their education to a level which is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or has completed an AQF Certificate IV in Mental Health.
Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, case notes, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards. Learners are required to pass an online LLN assessment test at or above level 3 in reading, writing and numeracy.
Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
Have access to a laptop and internet to complete this online course.
Hold the required criminal and working with children checks (if applicable) or be able to apply for a police check if required prior to the commencement of work placement if required.
These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the online application and during the enrolment interview.

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What You’ll Learn

While completing the CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education, you may study the following subjects:

CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
HLTWHS004 – Manage work health and safety
CHCPOL003 – Research and apply evidence to practice
HLTWHS006 – Manage personal stressors in the work environment
CHCADV005 – Provide systems advocacy services
CHCMHS009 – Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCAOD004 – Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCMHS012 – Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCCCS019 – Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCMHS013 – Implement trauma informed care
CHCMHS011 – Assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being
CHCMHS005 – Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCPRP001 – Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCPRP002 – Collaborate in professional practice
CHCMHS003 – Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS002 – Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS004 – Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS010 – Implement recovery-oriented approaches to complexity
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Why study with Hader Institute of Education

Hader Institute of Education (RTO 45162) are leading online educators providing training services to individuals who want to pursue a career in Mental Health, Youth work, Community Services, Alcohol and other Drugs and Counselling programs.

Courses are offered online and can be accessed anywhere in Australia through your home computer.

Student Support

Hader Institute of Education's online trainer & assessors are qualified, dedicated professionals who have current industry experience and qualifications in a range of industries. Their industry experience is continually up to date by participating in professional development activities, therefore giving learners the best practical industry experience.

Where Will It Lead Me?

On completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education. You will be equipped will all the necessary skills as well as practical experience required to take the next steps in your community health career, or to commence working in one of many mental health roles available anywhere in Australia.

Mental Health Support Worker

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