Health Industry Training
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .
Working in the area of Mental Health involves providing support to people living with a mental illness. Through the community services qualifications work may focus on engaging people with mental illness in community participation, working to prevent relapses and promoting recovery through programs such as residential rehabilitation, work in clinical settings, home based outreach and centre-based programs delivered by community based non-government organisations. This work may also involve supported employment and programmed respite care.
The Certificate IV in Mental Health focuses on rehabilitation and support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability, implementing community based activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability, and mental health promotion work.
While the Diploma of Community Services (Mental Health) includes counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services, and requires high level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting clients, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health.
Delivery mode
Health Industry Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in 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...
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...
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 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...
Community Rehabilitation Worker
A Community Rehabilitation Worker supports individuals recovering from illness, injury, or disability to regain independence and improve their qual...
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