Certificate IV in Mental Health

In this immersive certificate, you will gain the skills required by industry to effectively support clients with an emphasis of providing a strengths based, trauma informed, and recovery oriented approach to foster positive outcomes and promote the wellbeing of individuals.

Designed to ensure a balance between theory and practical learning, the certificate provides an opportunity for students to engage with individuals experiencing mental health conditions through practical work in various settings.

This approach allows learners to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, enriching their understanding and skills in the field.

In addition to your coursework, you will undertake 80 hours of work placement activities, ensuring you are prepared for practical work in industry upon completion of your studies.

The Certificate IV in Mental Health is a self-sourced placement program. Self-sourcing placements not only allow students to use the application process as a learning and development opportunity, but has also been strongly endorsed by our industry partners who prefer to review student applications on their merit and suitability, thus reflecting current industry expectations.

Students will be supported to source placements and provided links to known placement opportunities as they arise.

As a graduate of this certificate, you will be equipped to work with a level of autonomy while receiving general guidance from experienced practitioners and professionals.

This hands-on experience will contribute significantly to your readiness for a successful career in the field.