Kingsford International Institute
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services, rehabilitation programs; clinical settings; or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals.
Delivery mode
Kingsford International Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Level 2, 545 Kent St, Sydney
- 80 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills
- Level 8, 20 Queen St, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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 Kingsford International Institute
Kingsford International Institute (KII) is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) operating under the National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Quality Framework. This is a regulated framework which is administered by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Our registration details can be located on the National Register for VET. We are required to maintain registration with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) to offer services to international student visa holders. All CRICOS registered training providers are regulated by ASQA under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice for Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 (National Code 2018).
We deliver Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification which is drawn from Australian National Training Packages and recognised within Australia and internationally. National Training Packages qualifications are developed by Industry Skills Councils in consultation with industry bodies, regulators, training providers and other stakeholders. KII specialises in Information Technology, Business, Leadership and Management, as well as Commercial Cookery and Hospitality training, and maintains close professional links with industries within Australia to ensure our training is at the leading edge of industry developments.
