Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set
Gain the skills to support clients experiencing mental health challenges.
The Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set equips community services workers with essential skills to assist people living with mental health concerns and respond to the growing need for mental health awareness across the sector.
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 Northam
When Available all year round
Study Mode Online and on campus
Duration 6 Months
Gain the skills to support clients experiencing mental health challenges.
The Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set equips community services workers with essential skills to assist people living with mental health concerns and respond to the growing need for mental health awareness across the sector.
No work experience is required! Learners build confidence through hands‑on, scenario‑based role‑play activities delivered during face‑to‑face workshops.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Support clients experiencing mental health issues
- Respond appropriately to signs of distress or suicidal ideation
- Work more effectively with diverse cultural groups
- Strengthen their capability across mental health, AOD, and community services environments
This skill set includes nationally recognised units of competency, giving workers valuable, practical skills they can immediately apply in their roles.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year round, 2026
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Concession | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all five (5) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment | $0.00 | $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 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) 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