Diploma of Mental Health
Course Overview
The CHC53315 – Diploma of Mental Health equips students with the skills and knowledge to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Through a combination of theoretical learning and 160 hours of professional experience placement, students gain hands-on experience in real-world settings. The course focuses on recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care, preparing graduates to provide essential services such as counselling, advocacy, and community health promotion. With a strong emphasis on cultural competence, including working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, students are trained to manage complex cases and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Course Structure
20 units are required for award of this qualification including:
CHCDIV001 Work with Diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCEDU001 Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCDEV001 Confirm Client developmental status
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented Mental health services
CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years or older at the start of the course. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | English proficiency requirements:
IELTS (Academic) – 6.0 overall or equivalent |
Career Opportunities
With CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health in hand, you’ll be able to work professionally as a:
- Mental Health Community Worker
- Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
- Welfare Support Worker
- Community Rehabilitation Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Mental Health Outreach Worker