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Diploma of Mental Health

Mental Health - Level 5 (Diploma)

CHC53315
The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health offers a comprehensive foundation in mental health support and intervention.

You will develop essential skills in empathy, relationship building, crisis management, and therapeutic communication.

This qualification is ideal for community services professionals aiming to assist individuals in overcoming personal challenges that affect their mental well-being and overall quality of life.
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Intro to Diploma of Mental Health - Level 5

Make a real difference in people’s lives through a rewarding career in mental health.

The community services sector offers essential opportunities to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Regardless of your chosen role, the care and guidance you provide can have a lasting impact on individuals and communities alike.

With around 38% of Australians aged 16-85 experiencing a mental health condition at some point in their lives, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals, particularly in areas such as youth mental health, family support, and crisis intervention.

This field enables you to develop vital transferable skills like empathy, active listening, and effective communication, all of which enhance your ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds on a daily basis.
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Common Job Outcomes
Mental Health Support Worker
Counsellor
Crisis Intervention
Job Skills
Crisis Management
Empathy
Interpersonal Communication
Cultural Competence
Course breakdown

What you’ll learn in this course

Make a real difference in people's lives through a career in the community services industry. Regardless of the specific role you choose, the support and care you provide can create a positive impact on individuals and communities. The community services sector offers a variety of work opportunities, allowing you to explore different roles and find the path that suits you best.

With approximately 47,000 counsellors working in Australia in 2024, there is a high demand for skilled professionals, particularly in youth work, mental health, and family support. Additionally, working in this field helps you develop useful transferable skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking, all of which enhance your ability to interact effectively with people on a daily basis.

Course Structure and Duration

Units The course consists of 17 units of competency.

The CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling is a self-paced online course designed to be completed within 12 months, with access available for 24 months. Highly motivated and organized students can complete the qualification at an accelerated pace. For assistance with study goals, please consult our Education Consultants.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Previous work experience or formal qualifications may count toward your course, potentially shortening your study time. Applications for Credit Transfer or RPL can be submitted during enrolment.

Practical Assessment

ViewJobs Academy emphasizes a hands-on approach to your training. As part of your assessment, you will serve as a trainee counsellor in a simulated workplace, completing supervised counselling sessions that mimic a variety of real-world scenarios. This practical experience will equip you with essential skills, allowing you to apply your learning and counselling theories in a supportive environment.

Career Outcomes

Family Support Worker
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Salary range of $65,800 - $92,400 annually.

Counsellor: Salary range of $82,600 - $134,000 annually.

Community Mental Health Worker: Salary rangei of $70,000 - $90,000 annually.

Skills Learned
Graduates will develop skills in crisis management, empathy, interpersonal communication, and working with diverse populations, making this qualification ideal for those seeking a rewarding career in counselling or enhancing their current roles.
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Diploma of Mental Health - Level 5
CHCMHS003
Provide recovery oriented mental health services
CHCMHS009
Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS010
Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
CHCPRP003
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCMHS002
Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS011
Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCMHS005
Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCMHS013
Implement trauma informed care
CHCADV005
Provide systems advocacy services
CHCMHS004
Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
HLTWHS004
Manage work health and safety
CHCDIV002
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPOL003
Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCMHS012
Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
Fantastic! Enrolling myself in the Diploma and heading down the online path was daunting at first, especially juggling work and kids, but I was pleasantly surprised how user friendly the whole course has been. The course content is easy to follow and manage. You do need good time management and motivation to stay on track, however the student support has been fantastic.
Alex, Graduate of ViewJobs Academy
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