Australian College of the Professions
Diploma of Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues. They can provide counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services. These workers are required to have high-level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Delivery mode
Australian College of the Professions offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Level 5, 136 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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...
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...
Intake Worker
An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...
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...
About Australian College of the Professions
Australian College of the Professions is an affordable and fully accredited educational institute where qualifications are delivered through an interactive classroom environment.
Our qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
We aim to bring out the best in you, our students, whether you’re an up-and-coming professional or business leader, seeking entry into the professional workforce or seeking career progression.
We teach skills that are valued in any industry, anywhere in the world, and deliver accredited qualifications recognized throughout Australia.
