Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
Diploma of Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Diploma of Mental Health will give you skills to provide support services to people affected by mental illness or psychiatric disability through their recovery journey. You will gain broad knowledge and skills to provide counselling, referral, advocacy, education, and health promotion services.
Delivery mode
Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 17–23 Sackville Street, Collingwood
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Must be prepared to complete a Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-training Requirements (PTR) as part of the enrolment process.
Are over 18 years old at the time of enrolment.
Are either
- working or volunteering in roles providing support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people or
- working or volunteering for an Aboriginal Organisation or
- a carer for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person or
- employed or have the capacity to volunteer at an organisation relevant to this course to complete their work placement hours/workplace-based assessments.
Have wide-ranging skills and knowledge about Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ways of living.
Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to access and search the internet, use software (such as Microsoft Word) to create documents, upload and download documents.
A National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required before the placement component can be undertaken.
Evidence of some vaccinations is also a requirement including but not limited to influenza (flu) vaccination and COVID vaccination prior to the placement component.
Additional requirements may apply.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...
About Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
The Education and Training Unit (ETU) at VACCHO operates as a dynamic and responsive provider of vocational education and training to the Aboriginal community health sector.
VACCHO’s training programs address the required skills and knowledge demanded by industry.
Whether you are looking at starting a new career, furthering your skills in your current employment or need to upgrade your team’s knowledge, the ETU can assist you.
