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Certificate IV|Nationally Recognised Training

Certificate IV in Mental Health

CHC43315

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Duration6 Months
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ModeBlended
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StartEnroll Anytime
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FeesFlexible Plans
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Placement80 hours

Course Overview

This qualification reflects the role of community service workers involved in the direct implementation of mental health work and recovery-oriented services. Workers provide support, assistance and advocacy for people with mental health issues and their carers.

Hammond Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Training (NRT), ensuring our courses meet national quality standards. This means the qualification you earn with us is recognised and respected by employers and education providers across Australia.

Career Outcomes

Mental Health Support Worker
Community Rehabilitation Worker
Outreach Worker
Mental Health Peer Worker

Industry Snapshot

$1,350Weekly Pay
Very StrongGrowth
45,000 workersEmployment
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Further Study Pathways

Diploma of Community Services

Diploma of Mental Health

Entry Requirements

  • 1Age: must be 17 years or over.
  • 2Undertake Pre-Training Review.
  • 3LLN assessment.
  • 4Moderate computer literacy.

Course Fees

Contact us for fee information.

💡 Flexible payment plans available. Contact us for personalised pricing.

Delivery & Assessment

Delivery Methods

  • Lectures
  • Demonstrations
  • Practice opportunities
  • Group discussions

Locations

  • Blended

Classroom training, self-paced learning, workshops, and work placement.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge QuestionsWritten Assignment & Case StudiesWorkplace Assessment

Units of Competency

12 units total
Core9 units
CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
CHCMHS003Provide recovery oriented 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 drugs issues
CHCMHS007Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCMHS008Promote and facilitate self advocacy
CHCMHS011Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCLEG003Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
Elective3 units
CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
CHCCCS019Recognise and respond to crisis situations

Work Placement

80
Minimum Hours

of supervised work placement required

Practical placement in mental health care settings.

Placement Requirements

National Police Check
Working with Children Check
NDIS Worker Screening Check

If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.

Key Details

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Course CodeCHC43315
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Duration6 Months
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Delivery ModeBlended
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Start DateEnroll Anytime
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Placement80 hours
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LevelCertificate IV

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