ALACC Health College

CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

?The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health is a course that will give you the anticipated qualification to work with clients who suffer from mental health issues and provide them support. It will help develop the skills and knowledge in relation to building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, providing advanced support and care for people with mental illness and disabilities. This also ensures that client services are based on individual case management and intervention.

Upon completion of this course you will be able to explore roles such as support worker or mental health worker in the community services field. While learning theory, you will also gain on the job practical experience with work placement component that is an integral part of this course.

Delivery mode

ALACC Health College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

This Diploma level qualification will be delivered using a blended delivery model with a combination of face to face class room based and computer aided training sessions. This will include classroom theory delivery, supervised assessment assistance, supervised learning, unsupervised directed learning, skills training, placement to build on participant’s knowledge and skills on-the-job.
Locations
  • 189 Plenty Rd, Preston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

The minimum age for eligible applicants is 18 years. Applicants must have successfully completed the equivalent of Year 11 according to the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Proficiency in English is required to meet Industry standards.

Although LLN test is not an entry requirement, students are asked to undertake the same so appropriate academic support can be ensured throughout the course of study.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $6,000 $15,500 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$6,000
Standard Tuition:
$15,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$6,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$15,500
Enquire with ALACC Health College to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 1550 Hours
Estimated fee* $0 - $6,000 $15,500 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of 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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Family Support Worker

Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $68,900
Entry barriers Low

Outreach Worker

Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Crisis Support Worker

A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Practitioner

Mental Health Practitioners are qualified health professionals such as registered nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and clinical psy...

Avg yearly income $76,596
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinicians are public health professionals who facilitate interventions and create individual care plans for mental health patients. ...

Avg yearly income $98,332
Entry barriers Low

Mental Health Counsellor

Mental Health Counsellors are qualified health professionals who provide counselling and psychotherapy (talk-therapy) services to their clients. Th...

Avg yearly income $69,004
Entry barriers Low

Intake Worker

An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...

Avg yearly income $89,960
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $73,840
Entry barriers Low

About ALACC Health College

The ALACC Health College, Australia (ALACC) is a private Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Qualifications under the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) levels. We are an aged care, nursing, community and allied health educational institution.

ALACC was founded by the Director - Dr Janet Lawrence who is well qualified and respected in her field of work in the Aged Care Industry. Our programs are delivered by well qualified and experienced trainers. ALACC attracts a large number of both local and international students from a variety of professional backgrounds. Several of ALACC students have progressed to undertake courses at the university, mainly courses related to nursing.