Activ Pathways
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Advance your skills and knowledge to support, communicate and work with people who experience mental health and alcohol & other drug related challenges. If you are passionate about supporting people, this qualification can open doors to rewarding opportunities across the community health sector.
In a supportive learning environment, you will gain practical skills to support people in their recovery journey. This includes social, emotional and physical wellbeing, trauma informed practice, how to respond to crisis situations and the ability to implement own self-care along the way.
Contains 15 Units of Competency, including 11 core and 4 elective units.
Delivery mode
Activ Pathways offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 75-79 Jarrah Road, Bentley WA, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
This program is suitable for students who are currently employed in the community services sector and able to complete the required workplace assessments. You will be asked to complete a Learner Profile to ensure your suitability to join the program.
Workplace assessments involve providing examples of specific tasks you have completed in a workplace or structured volunteering environment, signed off by a Workplace Representative from your workplace. This qualification also requires 80 hours of logged work placement. Discuss with Activ Pathways to see whether your existing workplace will be suitable.
Practice new skills and knowledge and utilise existing experience during training and assessment.
You will use a computer/laptop in class for assessments. We can lend you a laptop if you do not have one to bring with you.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Mental Health will prepare you for the following roles.
Mental Health Worker
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...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Peer Support Worker
Peer support workers play a key role in the mental health field, offering assistance and encouragement to those living with mental health issues. T...
Support Worker
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
Outreach Worker
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
Crisis Support Worker
A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...
Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...
Mental Health Clinician
Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients. ...
Mental Health Counsellor
Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...
Mental Health Support Worker
A Mental Health Support Worker assists individuals with mental health issues in their daily lives and recovery journey. You might work in residenti...
Relationship Counsellor
Relationship Counsellors work with individuals, couples, and family groups who are having relationship difficulties. They are qualified to assist w...
Student Counsellor
Student Counsellors support students as they navigate the school, college, or higher education system. They conduct counselling interviews with stu...
About Activ Pathways
Activ Pathways is here to open the door to education for you. Our learning experiences are carefully crafted to create an inclusive environment. We embrace the diversity of experience that each learner brings while providing industry-informed training.
We offer a range of nationally-recognised training programs and professional development workshops. Whether you are a person living with disability wanting to learn work ready skills, a support worker wanting to upskill, or a business looking to embrace a more diversified workplace, we have training options available to you.
Activ Pathways is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 51960). We are part of Activ Foundation.
