Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315)

About The Certification

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues. They can provide counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services. These workers are required to have high level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health.

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

Qualification Overview

Title: Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315)

Description:

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

Total number of units = 20, out of 15 are core units and 5 electives chosen as per assessing RTO

CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services

CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships

CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services

CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services

CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues

CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs

CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity

CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing

CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives

CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care

CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice

CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice

HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety

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Salary Expectation

salary

$65000

The middle of the range of the salaries earned by graduates starting their first full-time job.

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research

Required Documentation:

100 points of ID
Resume/CV
Employment references
Job descriptions and duties
Evidence of previous training or informal learning
Photographs or videos of your work
Work samples and projects

Duration

The RPL process typically takes up to 4 weeks from the submission of sufficient evidence.

Support and Guidance

Throughout the RPL process, you will receive guidance and support from our experienced assessors and support staff to ensure a smooth and successful assessment.

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RPL Qualifications Completed In 4 Simple Steps Process

Step 1

Initial Consultation

- Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your eligibility and the RPL process.

- Complete a preliminary skills assessment to identify your competencies.
Step 2

Evidence Collection

- Gather and submit documentation and evidence of your skills and experience.

- Our assessors will guide you on the types of evidence required.
Step 3

Assessment

- Our registered training organization (RTO) partners will review your submitted evidence.

- You may be asked to provide additional information or undertake practical assessments if needed.
Step 4

Certification

- Once your evidence is reviewed and competencies are confirmed, you will be awarded the relevant Certificate.

- Receive your nationally recognized qualification and certification documents.