CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
| Duration | 50 weeks - 4 x 10 week terms + holidays |
| Delivery mode | Online and Face to Face |
| Assessment Methods | Various written assessments, projects, observations and logbook |
| Work Placement Hours | 80 Hours (Placement will be provided by the college) |
| International course | Yes - International student are eligible to study this course. (CRICOS course code 104517F) |
- +Course Overview
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.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 80 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
- +Units of Competency
No.
Unit code
Unit name
Unit type
1 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core 2 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Core 3 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically Core 4 CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships Core 5 CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services Core 6 CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services Core 7 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues Core 8 CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care Core 9 CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy Core 10 CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing Core 11 HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Core 12 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations Elective 13 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Elective 14 CHCAOD004 Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues Elective 15 HLTAID011 Provide first aid Elective 
*Elective units have been selected by the college in consultation with industry experts
Training Product Status: Current
Training Product Release Date: 8 April 2022
- +Entry Requirements
- Minimum 18 year of age
- Successful completion of Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment conducted by the college
- Must have:
- Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Words and a web browser)
- Access to the Internet
- Access to a video and audio recording device
- Computer skills include being comfortable using computers and the Internet to perform basic tasks such as accessing an online video conferencing software; using Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader; downloading, scanning, and uploading documents; accessing online materials; looking up information; reading and sending emails; and completing forms. (If students need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for the students)
- Have a reasonable level of fitness in order to perform massage treatments to meet the physical requirements to carry out various massage techniques and manipulations.
Additional Requirement
Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:
- A Working with Children Check when required
- A Federal Police Check (name check), no more than 6 months when required
- +Career Outcomes
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Community Support Worker – Mental Health
- Mental Health Outreach Worker
- Professional Mental Health Support Worker
Students may also go on to develop their skills and knowledge in other community service or other areas of health care such as:
- Allied Health
- Community Services
- Drug and Alcohol abuse
- +Tuition Fees
- +Intake Dates
- 27th Jan 25/21st April 25 /14th Jul 25 / 6th Oct 25
Contact us for further dates.
- +How to Apply
- Check you meet the entry requirements for the course.
- Choose your intake preference
- Complete an Enrolment Form-Domestic Student (Ensure you include all required documentation)
- Submit your Enrolment Form – Apply online or visit our campus.
- Receive your Letter of Offer from MTI
- Accept the Letter of Offer and pay tuition fees
- Receive your confirmation of enrolment email
- Commence your course
- +Course Overview
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.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 80 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
- +Units of Competency
No.
Unit code
Unit name
Unit type
1 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core 2 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Core 3 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically Core 4 CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships Core 5 CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services Core 6 CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services Core 7 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues Core 8 CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care Core 9 CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy Core 10 CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing Core 11 HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Core 12 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations Elective 13 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Elective 14 CHCAOD004 Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues Elective 15 HLTAID011 Provide first aid Elective *Elective units have been selected by the college in consultation with industry experts
Training Product Status: Current
Training Product Release Date: 8 April 2022
- +Entry Requirements
- Minimum 18 year of age
- IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent
- A minimum of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
- Must have:
- Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Words and a web browser)
- Access to the Internet
- Access to a video and audio recording device
- Computer skills include being comfortable using computers and the Internet to perform basic tasks such as accessing an online video conferencing software; using Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader; downloading, scanning, and uploading documents; accessing online materials; looking up information; reading and sending emails; and completing forms. (If students need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for the students)
- Have a reasonable level of fitness in order to perform massage treatments to meet the physical requirements to carry out various massage techniques and manipulations.
Additional Requirement
Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:
- A Working with Children Check when required
- A Federal Police Check (name check), no more than 6 months when required
- +Career Outcomes
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Community Support Worker – Mental Health
- Mental Health Outreach Worker
- Professional Mental Health Support Worker
Students may also go on to develop their skills and knowledge in other community service or other areas of health care such as:
- Allied Health
- Community Services
- Drug and Alcohol abuse
- +Tuition Fees
- +Intake Dates
- 27th Jan 25/21st April 25 /14th Jul 25 / 6th Oct 25
Contact us for further dates.
- +How to Apply
- Check you meet the entry requirements for the course.
- Choose your intake preference
- Complete an Enrolment Form-International Student (Ensure you include all required documentation)
- Submit your Enrolment Form – Apply online or visit our campus.
- Receive your Letter of Offer from MTI
- Accept the Letter of Offer and pay tuition fees
- Receive your CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment)
- Apply for your student visa
For information about applying for your student visa, please visit the Australia Department of Home Affairs (DHA) www.homeaffairs.gov.au