Build your skills and knowledge about current approaches to mental health that focus on the person, not the illness. Learn about laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available and other health related issues, how to provide services that may include case management, referral, advocacy, individual support, and education/health promotion services.
The Diploma of Mental Health will get you qualified for professional roles where you're required to have a high level of specialist knowledge, skills and competencies in this critical aspect of healthcare affecting so many people in Australia. This can be a challenging, but extremely rewarding career.
The training covers key topics including laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available and other health related issues. You will learn how to provide services that may include case management, referral, advocacy, individual support, and education/health promotion services.
This course will introduce you to a wide range of theories and frameworks in mental health and allow you to gain hands on practical experience in a workplace setting. Practical skills include supporting, communicating, and working with individuals experiencing mental health issues; responding to critical situations; making support plans; referring clients to services; and much more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
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Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Develop the skills to work with clients experiencing a mental health illness
You will learn about current approaches to mental health that focus on the person not the illness. The Diploma of Mental Health will enable you to undertake community service work that includes mental health.
Working in the community services industry you will provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues that may include case management, referral, advocacy, individual support, and education/health promotion services.
This course will be delivered through a combination of online and on campus training.The online delivery will be done via Collaborate sessions (on Blackboard), which are live classes run online with a lecturer taking you through the training.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Have your life experiences and own mental health journey given you the desire and drive to help others? Are you passionate about supporting people and communities that are suffering from mental health issues? Are you looking to learn pragmatic and proven strategies to help solve one of the biggest challenges of our age? LiFE Academy’s CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health course has been created with the clear goal of training students to deeply understand and facilitate a renewed quality of life for a vast array of mental health issues impacting individuals and communities across Australia. The training teaches life-changing concepts to enhance your life and the lives of clients and communities you live and work with. Western Australian Government subsidised training to allow a large reduction in concession and non-concession fees. Flexible learning online, with on campus events including workshops at the Bush Campus. Nationally recognised course that reflects the informed, established community, industry and vocational guidelines. Continual focus and integration of the latest national and international mental health research into the course prepares our students to become leaders in their chosen mental health field. The live-online aspect of the course allows students to interact and engage from the comfort of their own homes, all that is needed is an internet connection and a device capable of running Zoom for our interactive online classes. Our on-campus events are held at the main campus as well as a beautiful, purpose-made Bush Campus For more info: https://www.lifeacademy.edu.au/
Delivery location
Marr Mooditj Training offers the CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health qualification. The qualification is delivered over 7 blocks of three weeks each of face-to-face classroom delivery and includes a 160-hour mandatory work placement. Marr Mooditj Training delivers this program due to workforce demand for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health workers. Our courses are delivered at our campus in Perth at 295 Manning Road, Waterford WA 6152. For all enquiries about applying to study this qualification please call 08 9351 9344. You can also find further information about this course on our website www.marrmooditj.com.au
Delivery location
The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health course equips you with the practical skills and knowledge to support people affected by mental health struggles. Students will be introduced to a wide range of theories and frameworks in mental health, as well as hands-on practical experience in the field. Students will learn the practical skills in supporting, communicating, and working with individuals experiencing mental health issues, responding to critical situations, making support plans, referring clients to services and much more. This course also equips students with specialised knowledge, competencies, and skills to take a lead role in delivering and coordinating mental health programs and services. Students will learn the current legal and ethical frameworks affecting people with mental health, the range of services available for mental health sufferers, as well as gaining an understanding of the health issues related to mental illness. Students must meet the eligibility requirements and agree to the mandatory attendance requirements to apply for the Lower Fees, Local Skills subsidy. Attendance requirements are as follows for Existing Workers. Existing Worker: You will be considered an 'Existing Worker' if you work 20 or more hours for the same employer. If you are an 'Existing Worker', you will be required to attend class 1 day per week. Please speak to the Career Advisors or the Student Services team at TrainSmart Australia. For further information and details, visit our website www.tsa.edu.au or www.myskills.gov.au If want to pursue a rewarding career in community services, phone 1300 855 517 for more information.
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The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.