Diagnosed mental health conditions are increasing across Australia, creating a growing demand for mental health workers in the community services sector. The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health (Release 3) equips you with the specialized skills needed to support individuals with mental health challenges. This comprehensive course, which includes a practical work placement, provides you with the job-ready expertise to secure employment in the field, either as a standalone qualification or as a valuable addition to a degree.
About Self-Paced Learning
At Viewjobs Academy, we are committed to providing you with the best online learning experience by offering flexible, self-paced courses tailored to your needs. Online learning allows you the freedom to manage your personal and professional commitments while maintaining a consistent study routine to ensure you stay on track.
To help you succeed, all courses offered through Viewjobs Academy include a comprehensive training plan designed to support your progress. On average, our students take approximately 13 months to complete a course.The more time you dedicate to your studies, the sooner you’ll be able to achieve your qualification.
Course Duration
This course is structured to be completed within 6-12 months. However, there is no minimum timeframe, and motivated students who are organized, experienced, and committed to their studies may complete the qualification at an accelerated pace. Please feel free to speak with one of our Education Consultants to discuss your study goals and expected course completion timeline.
Work Placement
For the CHC43315 - Certificate IV in Mental Health, students are required to complete a minimum of 80 hours of work placement in a suitable Counselling or Community Services environment. For more details on this aspect, please refer to the 'Course Requirements' page.If you need assistance in finding a suitable host organization for your work placement, be sure to check out our Industry Partners for support.
Inclusions Viewjobs Academy courses include access to specialized learning materials and:
-Our fully customized online learning platform
-A dedicated Student Support Team
-Access to specialist trainers
-Video content from LinkedIn Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) / Credit Transfer
If you have previous work experience or formal qualifications, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer. This could reduce the time needed to complete your course. You can submit your RPL or Credit Transfer application during enrolment.
Assessment
Viewjobs Academy utilizes a range of assessment methods to evaluate students' competencies, including:
-Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and/or credit transfer
-Summative and formative assignments
-Written reports and/or portfolio assessments
-Scenarios and case studies
-Projects
-Written/oral questions
Students will have regular contact with their trainers to ensure compliance with assessment deadlines, and may be required to attend webinars as part of the learning process.
Role-Playing and Interactive Learning Activities
To complement the theoretical components of your course, Viewjobs Academy offers Interactive Learning Activities facilitated by our specialist trainers.
These activities provide a platform for students to collaborate, exchange ideas, and participate in engaging learning exercises. Although these activities are optional, we encourage participation as they can provide additional support, such as:
The chance to connect with a study buddy for assessment support
• Online classrooms where trainers review learning materials
• Activities related to assessments, designed to enhance your knowledge and skills
Additionally, role-playing is integrated into some areas of the course, forming part of both your practical learning and work placement assessments.