Diploma of Mental Health
Course Overview
Course Structure
To achieve this qualification, you are required to successfully complete 20 units of competency, 15 Core + 5 Electives.
Core Units
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
Elective Units
CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | 18 |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | N/A |
Career Opportunities
Mental Health Care Worker | Mental Health Councillor | Mental Health Advocacy Officer
Internship or Work Placements
To help properly prepare you for a real working environment, TMG College Australia has created a simulated work environment.
If you are current working, you may be able to do you work-placement within your own workplace.