selectability Training
Diploma of Mental Health
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Are you ready to take the next step in your community services or health career? This advanced qualification can help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
This nationally recognised qualification will teach you specialised skills and knowledge needed to work with people who have complex needs both in community services and health settings.
Delivery mode
selectability Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Students must be at least 18 years of age
- Complete the pre-entry Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) indicator assessment
- To begin the course, you will need to hold a blue card. Before your vocational placement, you should confirm if you need NDIS worker screening portal clearance – this takes about three weeks to process. You can apply for both a blue card and worker screening (yellow card) at the same time which can increase your employment opportunities. Students may apply for a Blue and Yellow Card Exemption at the time of enrolment.
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...
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...
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...
Community Services Officer
A Community Services Officer supports individuals and families in accessing essential services and resources. You might work with non-profits, gove...
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...
About selectability Training
selectability Training is a not for profit Registered Training Organisation (RTO 0281) based in Townsville, specialising in disability and community services training.
selectability Training wants to help set you up for a successful career in the disability and community services sectors.
Providing specialised training in mental health, disability support and community services through flexible and state-of-the-art training options, our focus is to support you to graduate with the tools and knowledge you need to work in one of Australia's fastest growing sectors.
