CHC43515

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

If you’ve lived through mental illness and would like to help others through their own recovery why not consider the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (CHC43515). This nationally recognised training qualification will teach you how to apply your lived experience in mental health to providing recovery oriented mental health services — as either a volunteer or paid worker. The course covers: trauma, drug and alcohol, planning group activities, working with carers, managing personal stressors, work health and safety.Enquire now for a list of study units, training centres, and enrolment opportunities.

Study mode Online / Blended / On Campus / Traineeship
Duration 5 weeks - 24 months
Estimated fee* $1,077 - $13,519 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.

Estimated Fee* $1,077 - $13,519 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC, QLD, SA
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work will prepare you for the following roles.

Find a course provider

Compare all providers for the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work available in your area to find the right fit for you.

Hammond Institute
Online
10 Months (Full-time)
Box Hill Institute
On Campus, Online
1 Years (Full-time)
Marr Mooditj Training
On Campus
6 Months (Full-time)
TAFE Queensland
Blended
12 Months (Full-time)
Spectrum Training
Online
18 Months (Full-time)
Swinburne University of Technology
On Campus
12 Months (Full-time)
AMA Training Services
Online
12 Months (Full-time)
selectability Training
Online
12 Months (Full-time)
Response Employment and Training
On Campus
12 Months (Full-time)
Australian Institute of Social Relations
Blended
10 Months (Full-time)

There are a total of 17 providers for this course. Find a provider in your area .