Mental Health Nurse

A Mental Health Nurse provides care to patients dealing with mental health issues. You might work in a hospital, in a community care environment or in a facility designed especially for mental health care. Mental Health Nurses may deliver care according to health plans and administer medication if required. You’ll work closely with other health care providers to determine required treatments.

Mental Health Nurses should be good communicators and be able to listen to patient concerns. You’ll need to be patient and have strong observational skills. Mental Health Nurses must be able to work as part of a team and follow correct procedures at all times.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a mental health nurse?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT54121

Diploma of Nursing

On Campus
20 - 24 months
$14,779 - $32,631
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

Blended
6 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT64121

Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Mental Health)

On Campus
52 weeks
$2,010
  • Are employed as a Enrolled Nurse
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Are employed as a Enrolled Nurse
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)

Blended, On Campus
24 months
$0 - $10,014
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Mental Health Nursing

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $79,920
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 16 months
$0 - $15,588
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing

Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $10,632
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Common questions

Further reading

How to start a career in Mental Health

5th August 2021

What can you do with a Diploma of Mental Health?

13th January 2021

What can you do with a Diploma of Nursing?

2nd February 2021