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TrainSmart Australia

CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health

Please note that government subsidy is not available for this course. However, TrainSmart Australia offers flexible payment options, including study now, pay later, and interest-free payment plans.

Are you concerned for people suffering from mental health problems and want to make a positive difference in their lives? Would you like to follow a career path that will equip you with specialised skills to lead and counsel people towards a brighter future? If a career in providing counselling with those experiencing mental illness interests you, the CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health qualification with TrainSmart Australia will take you there.

The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health course will equip you specialised knowledge and skill to provide counselling, referrals, advocacy and education/health promotion services to Australia’s Mental Health sector.

In this course, you will learn how to promote the social, emotional and physical well-being of your clients, learn how to respond to crisis situations (domestic violence, trauma patients), provide wellness plans to clients and much more. As one of our students, you’ll have access to a variety of learning resources and will be assigned an individual trainer to guide you throughout the course.


Delivery Mode

  • Online, with practical assessments offered through video conferencing
  • Online Blended, with face-to-face classes available in Perth
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Delivery mode:
Online

Average duration:
12 months

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Work Placement

This course includes a mandatory 160-hour work placement. Our Work Placement Coordinator is available to support you in securing placement opportunities.

Enquire with TrainSmart Australia to find out more.

Entry Requirements

TrainSmart Australia will assess a student’s ‘academic suitability' to ensure the student has the best chance of success. This is determined by either:

  • The student providing TrainSmart Australia with a copy of an Australian year 12 certificate; or,
  • The student providing TrainSmart Australia with a copy of a Certificate IV qualification (or above) that can be verified or,
  • The student completing the Core Skills Profile for Adults online assessment passing at or above Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy.

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title
Average Salary
Crisis Support Worker
$1,250 weekly pay
Family Support Worker
$1,340 weekly pay
Mental Health Clinician
$1,250 weekly pay
Mental Health Counsellor
$1,635 weekly pay
Mental Health Practitioner
$1,500 weekly pay
Mental Health Social Worker
$1,736 weekly pay
Mental Health Worker
$1,440 weekly pay
Outreach Worker
$1,150 weekly pay
Peer Support Worker
$1,150 weekly pay
Social Worker
$1,150 weekly pay
Support Worker
$960 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title
Average Salary
Academic Psychologist
$1,500 weekly pay
Addiction Counsellor
$2,260 weekly pay
Aged Care Social Worker
$1,736 weekly pay
Anaesthetist
$3,500 weekly pay
Behaviour Support Specialist
$1,730 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) or the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Payment Options

Government funding is not available for this course. However, TrainSmart Australia offers flexible payment options such as study now, pay later and interest-free payment plans.

Your payment options are:

  • Upfront payment – Receive 15% Discount on your course fee
  • VET Student Loans† – Australian government income contingent loan which allows you to study now and pay later
  • Interest Free Payment Plan – No interest charge with weekly, fortnightly and monthly instalments options

†VET Student Loans are subject to students meeting eligibility requirements. VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth.

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About this provider

TrainSmart Australia has been a leading education provider and delivering nationally accredited courses since 2005. Our modern approach to learning can be tailored to suit you, and our strong industry connections give you everything you need to build a successful career.

Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or embark on a new career path, our courses equip you with practical and professional expertise. Through our dedicated trainer support, we ensure you become a subject matter expert, ready to confidently enter the workforce.

Operating since: 2007
Legal name: SMR Learning Services Pty Ltd t/a TrainSmart Australia, New Horizons Learning Centre (Perth) (RTO 51771)
RTO code: 51771

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