The Certificate IV in Mental Health is ideal for individuals who want to support people affected by mental illness using recovery-oriented and person-centered approaches. This qualification prepares you to work in a range of community and clinical environments, implementing mental health support strategies that promote wellbeing, resilience and independence.
With this qualification, you’ll be able to work more independently under broad guidance, using your skills to empower others on their recovery journey while simultaneously collaborating with other practitioners and support services.
Training delivery:
CLASSROOM BASED
COURSE COST
FEE FREE
nATIONALLY ACCREDITED
QUALIFICATION
GOVERNMENT FUNDING:
Available
Industry
EXPERIENCED TRAINERS
CONVENIENT
CAMPUS LOCATIONS
Career Insights
A Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification can open the door to a range of meaningful and in-demand roles. Here’s what is possible:
Future Growth
Very Strong
Number of employed Welfare Support Workers grew by 5,500 over the last year.
Satisfied with training
88.6%
Percentage of graduates who said they were satisfied with the training they received.
average Weekly PAY
$1,346
Average weekly full-time earnings for Mental Health Support Workers.
Course Description
Training Delivery
The Certificate IV in Mental Health course is predominantly classroom based. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: Industry Skills Training RTO ID 40486.
Students are provided with the following:
Required course materials such as:
- Required course materials such as workbooks
- Access to computers and software during class
- Your student training plan
- A dedicated and qualified trainer
- Targeted assessment tools
Entry Requirements
There are no academic entry requirements for this qualification. Students are required to provide their Unique Student Identifier (USI) which we can assist with, photo identification and meet the language, literacy and numeracy requirements.
Upon Completion
Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will receive a:
- Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript OR
- Statement of Attainment (if student is found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
Recommended Course Structure
A total of 15 units are required to complete this qualification; eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units. Unit selection may vary dependent on delivery method and location. Call us today for more information.
Core Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Description |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
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 |
CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care |
CHCMHS008 | Promote and facilitate self advocacy |
CHCMHS011 | Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing |
HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
Elective Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Description |
CHCCCS003 | Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide |
HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment
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CHCCCS014 | Provide brief interventions |
HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Want to discuss further?
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