Certificate IV in Mental Health
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    CHC43315

    Certificate IV in Mental Health

    Gain the knowledge and skills to work effectively in the mental health sector.

    Duration

    12 months

    Delivery

    Classroom Based

    Funding

    Fee Free Available

    About This Course

    Course Focus

    The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health Course in Perth offers comprehensive training for individuals seeking to support people experiencing mental health challenges.

    What You'll Learn

    This qualification prepares you to work in a range of community settings, providing non-clinical support, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services.

    Skills You'll Gain

    You will develop practical skills in communication, crisis intervention, and client-centred care while gaining a deep understanding of mental health conditions, trauma-informed approaches, and cultural sensitivity.

    Study Commitment

    Students are expected to commit to the full duration of the course,  to ensure they meet all course requirements. However, we understand that exceptional circumstances may arise and will work with students where flexibility is required. LearnEd will maintain regular communication and provide ongoing support throughout your course to help you stay on track with your studies and progression.

    RTO ID: 52504

    Training Delivery

    Blended 

    Payment Plans

    Flexible Options

    Qualification

    Nationally Recognised Training 

    Government Funding

    Available

    Trainers

    Industry Experienced

    Campus Location

    102 James Street, Northbridge WA 6003

    Industry Insights

    Key Facts About This Qualification

    Discover the career potential and industry demand for this qualification

    ·      Establishing self-directed recovery relationships ·      Providing recovery-oriented mental health services ·      Supporting people with mental health and alcohol and other drug issues ·      Working in trauma-informed ways

    · Promoting self-advocacy · Assessing and promoting social, emotional and physical wellbeing · Working collaboratively with families, carers and other services · Working legally and ethically · Supporting people from diverse backgrounds · Promoting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety · Recognising and responding to situations involving risk or crisis, depending on the electives selected.

    To attain this qualification, you will need to successfully complete 15 units of competency, including 11 core units and 4 elective units. Training for this course will be held at 102 James Street, Northbridge WA 6003.

    Career Opportunities

    A Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification can go a long way. Here's what is possible:

    Potential Job Roles

    Rehabilitation Worker
    Mental Health Outreach Worker
    Mental Health Intake Officer

    Industry Insights

    Certificate IV in Mental Health can prepare you for support roles across the growing mental health and community services sector. You can develop practical skills to support people with mental health challenges, promote recovery and wellbeing, and encourage independence across community, residential, outreach and rehabilitation settings.

    Map Your Training Path

    See how this qualification connects to other courses and plan your progression through the community services sector.

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    CHC43315

    Certificate IV in Mental Health

    Course Description

    Everything you need to know about this qualification.

    Training Delivery

    • Certificate IV in Mental Health Support course classroom-based. Training and assessment are delivered by qualified, experienced and industry-current trainers and assessors.
    • Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: LearnEd Training RTO ID 52504
    • All course materials, including learner guides and assessments, will be provided through our online Learning Management System (LMS).
    • Students are required to bring their own device, such as a laptop or tablet, to access the online learning materials and complete assessments.
    • For the entire course duration student will have access to support including academic, digital and wellbeing support.

    Entry Requirements

    • Student must be 18 years and older at enrolement to undertake work placement as part of this qualification.
    • Prior to enrolment, students will complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and digital skills assessment, along with a course suitability check, to ensure they are well prepared for the course requirements and can meet the expected course commitment.
    • The student must have a USI number – we can assist if required.
    • Students must be a citizen/permanent resident or have legal rights to study & work in Australia.
    • Students are required to obtain a National Police Clearance, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check before commencing their work placement. These clearances are required for work placement, and our Student Support team will assist you with the process.

    Upon Completion

    Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will receive:

    Once you have been deemed competent in all 15 units of competency, you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification certificate and transcript of results. Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript of results.
    A statement of Attainment is awarded when an individual successfully completes one or more units of competency from a nationally recognised training package, but does not complete the full qualification.

    Course Structure

    To attain the Certificate IV in Mental Health, 15 units must be successfully completed, consisting of eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units.

    Core Units

    Unit CodeUnit Description
    CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
    CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
    CHCLEG001Work legally and ethically
    CHCMHS002Establish a self-directed recovery relationship
    CHCMHS003Provide recovery orientated mental health services
    CHCMHS004Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
    CHCMHS005Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues
    CHCMHS007Work effectively in trauma-informed care
    CHCMHS008Promote and facilitate self-advocacy
    CHCMHS011Assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being
    HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safety

    Elective Units

    Unit CodeUnit Description
    CHCCCS003Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
    CHCAOD004Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
    CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
    CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues

    Work Placement Requirement

    This qualification includes a mandatory 80-hour work placement component. Our Student Support team will assist you in securing a suitable work placement.

    Is Government Funding Available?

    Great news! This course is eligible for government-subsidised training under the Jobs & Skills WA program.

    Students can access mainstream training under the subsidised Jobs & Skills Priority Industry Training Program. Eligibility criteria apply, and our team can help you determine if you qualify. Please contact us for more information.

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