Australian Nursing and Training Services
Diploma of Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The nationally accredited Diploma in Mental Health will equip you to become a leader in the industry. You will help people with mental health issues find solutions and implement your skills in a real work environment. Be in-demand and make a profound difference to those experiencing mental illness.
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues or disorders. They can or may provide counseling, 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.
Delivery mode
Australian Nursing and Training Services offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- 818 Old Princes Hwy, Sutherland
- Hunter Region
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 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...
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...
Rehabilitation Counsellor
A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...
Life Coach
A Life Coach works with clients on a range of either personal or professional issues. You might support clients to reach a particular goal or chang...
Remedial Yoga Therapist
A Remedial Yoga Therapist provides yoga instruction to treat clients with a range of health issues. You might address physical problems or chronic...
Advanced Personal Trainer
Advanced personal trainers hold private workout sessions with clients to help them achieve their personal fitness goals. These sessions can include...
About Australian Nursing and Training Services
Australian Nursing and Training Services (ANTS) strives for quality training for those wanting to have career in the Aged Care, Disability, Home and Community Care, Leisure and Health or Health Services sectors. Australian Nursing and Training Service (ANTS) is responsible for the quality of the training and assessment in compliance with all standards, and for the issuance of the AQF (Australian Qualifications Framework certification) documentation.
