CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
Duration | 1 years (50 weeks - 4 x 10 week terms + holidays) |
Timetable | 2.5 days per week |
Study mode | Full-time |
Delivery mode | Face to Face |
International course | Yes - International student are eligible to study this course. (CRICOS course code 090002G) |

- +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
Delivery Hours
1 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core 40 2 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Core 20 3 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically Core 40 4 CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships Core *180 5 CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services Core *180 6 CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services Core *180 7 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues Core 90 8 CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care Core 44 9 CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy Core 50 10 CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing Core 80 11 HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Core 20 12 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations Elective 40 13 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Elective 60 14 CHCAOD004 Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues Elective 120 15 HLTAID011 Provide first aid Elective 16
- +Entry Requirements
- Minimum 18 year of age
- A minimum of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
English Testing is available on campus at no cost. Contact us to make an appointment.
- +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
- $10,000 ($2,500 per term)
- $500 Resource Fee
- $200 Application Fee
Please contact our MTI team for current promotions studentsupport@mti.vic.edu.au
- +Intake Dates
2022 Intakes
- 24th Jan 22
- 26th Apr 22
- 18th Jul 22
- 10th Oct 22
2023 Intakes
- 30th Jan 23
- 24th Apr 23
- 17th Jul 23
- 9th Oct 23
- +How to Apply
- Check you meet the entry requirements for the course.
- Choose your intake preference
- Complete the Domestic Student Application Form (Ensure you include all required documentation)
- Submit your application – 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
- +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
Delivery Hours
1 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core 40 2 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Core 20 3 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically Core 40 4 CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships Core *180 5 CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services Core *180 6 CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services Core *180 7 CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues Core 90 8 CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care Core 44 9 CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy Core 50 10 CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing Core 80 11 HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Core 20 12 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations Elective 40 13 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support Elective 60 14 CHCAOD004 Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues Elective 120 15 HLTAID011 Provide first aid Elective 16
- +Entry Requirements
- Minimum 18 year of age
- IELTS score of 5.5 (Academic) or equivalent
- A minimum of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
English Testing is available on campus at no cost. Contact us to make an appointment.
- +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
- $10,000 ($2,500 per term)
- $500 Resource Fee
- $200 Application Fee
Please contact our MTI team for current promotions studentsupport@mti.vic.edu.au
- +Intake Dates
2022 Intakes
- 24th Jan 22
- 26th Apr 22
- 18th Jul 22
- 10th Oct 22
2023 Intakes
- 30th Jan 23
- 24th Apr 23
- 17th Jul 23
- 9th Oct 23
- +How to Apply
- Check you meet the entry requirements for the course.
- Choose your intake preference
- Complete the International Student Application Form (Ensure you include all required documentation)
- Submit your application – 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