Certificate IV in Mental Health

CHC43315

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online, Workplace

Outcomes

Assistant Community Services Worker, Community Support Worker, Community Wellness Officer, Community Worker, Mental Health Coordinator, Mental Health Support Worker, Mental Health Worker

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Qualification

Certificate IV

Awarded By

Hader Institute of Education

Duration

12 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

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?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

If you are a type of person who enjoys helping others live their best lives and are looking to commence a gratifying career, then this CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education could be just the course you’re looking for. The course is designed for people looking for entry-level work based on helping people in communities or workplaces overcome various mental health issues such as ones connected to drug and alcohol consumption.

You will learn all the crucial skills to become a confident and successful mental health support worker, such as how to provide recovery oriented mental health services, how to recognise and respond to crisis situations, how to use communication to build relationships and how to provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues.

Aside from 48 weeks of theory-based online learning, during the course you will also be required to complete 80 hours of practical work placement which will ensure that on completion of the course you are ready to hit the ground running in your first work role.

Please note: This course is fee-for-service, it is not government funded.

Eligibility

There are no formal entry requirements for this online qualification, however you must:

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 level qualification.
Be capable of completing 80 hours of work placement in a suitable health facility.
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.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

While completing the CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education, you will study the following units:

CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
CHCCOM002 – Use communication to build relationships
CHCDFV001 – Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCCCS019 – Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCMHS011 – Assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being
CHCMHS005 – Provide services to people with coexisting mental health and alcohol
CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCMHS003 – Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS002 – Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS004 – Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS008 – Promote and facilitate self-advocacy
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 CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification from Hader Institute of Education. You will have all the required skills and knowledge as well as confidence to commence working in one of many different mental health support roles available nationally.

Mental Health Worker