The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC40512) enables you to work or volunteer at a mental health facility. In this nationally recognised qualification you will learn how to provide rehabilitation and support to people affected by mental illness or have a psychiatric disability. Choose electives that support work areas including: drug and alcohol, home-based support, residential care. Enquire now for a list of study units and the requirements for enrolling.
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The Certificate IV in Mental Health will prepare you for the following roles.
A Mental Health Worker provides care and assistance to people with mental health issues. The area of mental health is quite broad and can include m...
Peer support workers play a key role in the mental health field, offering assistance and encouragement to those living with mental health issues. T...
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...
Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...
Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients....
Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...
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