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CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health

CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health

National ID CHC43315 State ID AWK8

Make a career out of understanding mental health.

Learn to improve the mental health of others and help people put practices in place to keep them safe. Your skills will be in demand across health-care industries, respite care, clinical settings and more.

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This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

^ Please note: Eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.

CampusesNortham. Kalgoorlie.

When Available all year round.

Study Mode Online. Online and on campus. Workplace.

Make a career of caring when it matters most.

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery-oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community-based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services, rehabilitation programs; clinical settings; or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals.

This course includes work placement or live works in a Group 1 or Group 2 industry as outlined in COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policy.  For the latest information on vaccine requirements for students visit our COVID-19 update page.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2024

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Self Paced Onsite

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people $0.00 $0.00
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety $0.00 $0.00
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues $0.00 $18.51
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
$0.00 $0.00
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
$0.00 $0.00
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
$0.00 $0.00
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

When Available all year round, 2024
Where Northam
How Self Paced External

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people $0.00 $0.00
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety $0.00 $0.00
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety $0.00 $0.00

Elective

Elective Units

Four (4) elective units must be selected from the list below.;;

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
$0.00 $0.00
Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
$0.00 $0.00
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
$0.00 $0.00
Facilitate responsible behaviour
$0.00 $0.00
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
$0.00 $0.00
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
$0.00 $0.00
Use communication to build relationships
$0.00 $0.00
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
$0.00 $0.00
Work with people with mental health issues
$0.00 $0.00
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
$0.00 $0.00
Provide First Aid
$0.00 $0.00
Manage personal stressors in the work environment
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 12 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Traineeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people $0.00 $0.00
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety $0.00 $0.00
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues $0.00 $18.51
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy $0.00 $0.00
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
$0.00 $0.00
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
$0.00 $0.00
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
$0.00 $0.00
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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