Hader Institute of Education
Mental Health Short Course
Industry TrainingInterested in supporting people facing mental health challenges? The Mental Health Short Course provides a great introduction to the sector, focusing on community-based support for individuals experiencing mental health issues.
This course is ideal for beginners wanting to enter the mental health field or those considering further education, such as the CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health or a related field. With 8 units from the nationally recognised CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health, you’ll gain the foundational knowledge to start your career in mental health support. This course provides you with the essential tools to begin a career in mental health, or build on your existing experience, while paving the way for future studies and career progression.
What You’ll Learn
In this course, you will gain the skills to provide essential support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Key learning areas include:
- Working respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including culturally safe practices
- Supporting individuals with mental health challenges with empathy and professionalism
- Understanding and applying legal and ethical frameworks in mental health services
- Reflecting on and improving professional practice through feedback and self-evaluation
- Building rapport and trust through effective communication strategies
About the Course
The Mental Health Short Course will introduce you to the fundamentals of working in mental health support roles. You will develop the necessary skills to engage with and support individuals living with mental health conditions, working with them to promote recovery and well-being in community settings.
By the end of the course, you will have gained the knowledge and confidence to support individuals from diverse backgrounds while adhering to ethical and legal standards in mental health care.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this short course can explore entry-level roles in the mental health sector, such as:
- Mental Health Support Worker – Support individuals living with mental health conditions.
- Community Support Worker – Provide support to individuals within the community with diverse needs.
- Peer Support Worker – Offer guidance and support to individuals based on shared experiences.
- Mental Health Outreach Worker – Work directly with individuals in the community to support mental health recovery.
Delivery mode
Hader Institute of Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Domestic Students
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident.
- Have completed their education to a level which is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or Learners are required to pass an online LLN assessment test at or above level 3 in reading, writing and numeracy.
- Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, case notes, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards.
- Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order to produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
- Have access to a laptop and internet to complete this online course.
These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the enrolment form and during the enrolment interview.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Mental Health Short Course will prepare you for the following roles.
About Hader Institute of Education
We believe in a future where everyone feels included, connected, valued and belongs. We’re in business to empower people to help each other on their paths to discovery and transformation.
Connected online learning in Mental Health, Youth Work, Community Services and Alcohol & Other Drugs.
