CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
Make a career out of understanding mental health.
Learn to improve the mental health of others and help people put practices in place to keep them safe. Your skills will be in demand across health-care industries, respite care, clinical settings and more.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Kalgoorlie | Northam
When Available all year round
Study Mode Online | Online and on campus
Duration 6 Months
Make a career of caring when it matters most.
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery-oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community-based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability.
Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services, rehabilitation programs; clinical settings; or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals.
It’s important to consider the key personal and professional qualities required to succeed in mental health study and work. Take a look at the essential skills and knowledge and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course for you:
- Demonstrate empathy and respect when working with people from diverse ages, cultures, and backgrounds, fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
- Show genuine compassion, patience, and enthusiasm for supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges, including those with complex or additional needs.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly, actively listen, and document interactions accurately.
- Apply effective problem-solving skills and respond calmly to situations involving immediate safety concerns, using appropriate crisis intervention techniques.
- Follow established procedures, take direction, and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Be prepared to encounter sensitive topics and behaviours that may be distressing or triggering and use self-care strategies to maintain wellbeing.
- Have competent computer skills to access digital records, complete documentation, and use online mental health resources.
- Recognise and adhere to personal and professional boundaries, always ensuring confidentiality and ethical conduct.
- Be willing and able to undertake unpaid workshops and mandatory field placements of a minimum of 80 hours if not working within the industry.
- Be over 18 years of age and obtain required clearances such as a Working with Children Check and, a National Police Clearance—note that any criminal convictions may appear on official records and could impact placement opportunities.
This course includes work placement or live works in a Group 1 or Group 2 industry as outlined in COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policy. For the latest information on vaccine requirements for students visit our COVID-19 update page.
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Available all year round, 2025
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Please note: an Incidental Fee of $17.40 for the Student Learner Guide will be payable per unit.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | $0.00 | $19.00 |
| CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Elective
Elective Units
Four (4) elective units must be selected from the list below.;;
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700