Griffith University
Master of Mental Health Practice
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIn this degree, focused on a rapidly evolving healthcare area, you will acquire specialised knowledge and understanding of how to work effectively with people with a mental illness, their carers and family members. As well as accessing highly relevant courses based on the latest evidence-based research and collaboration with consumers, carers and mental health professionals, you can choose to undertake a 200 hour placement in a mental health service.
Within a flexible online learning environment, you will study with fellow students from different professional backgrounds who bring a range of valued perspectives. Our recovery-based courses are designed for workers in various settings where mental health knowledge is essential. These include nursing, occupational therapy, psychology and social work, in roles as community support workers, peer support workers, consumer and carer consultants, rehabilitation workers, disability workers, housing officers, police liaison officers and people working in other mental health support roles.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- a Bachelor degree in a health/allied health discipline such as nursing, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, pharmacy, speech pathology, medicine, dentistry, or other human services field with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale);
- OR a Bachelor degree with Honours, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma qualification in a human services field with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale);
- OR the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice (3232) from Griffith University with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) (successful applicants will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing).
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Mental Health Practice will prepare you for the following roles.
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 Case Manager
A Mental Health Case Manager supports individuals with mental health conditions to manage their treatment and improve their quality of life. You mi...
Psychotherapist
Psychotherapists help their clients overcome emotional and mental health problems like bipolar disorder, stress, and depression. They collect data...
Mental Health Specialist
A Mental Health Specialist supports individuals dealing with mental health issues by providing professional assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Y...
About Griffith University
Since 1975, our teaching and research have been focused on addressing the most important social and environmental issues of our time. Today, that mission is as relevant as ever.
Social and environmental responsibility drive everything we do, from pioneering teaching in modern Asian studies and environmental science to our long-time support for First Peoples, social justice and sustainable practices.
Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, our degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.
With more than 55,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus, complemented by a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates.
We know the world can, and should, be a better place—for everyone. And in helping thousands of different people create a brighter future for themselves, we're doing our part to create a brighter future for all.
