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What can you do with a Certificate IV in Mental Health?
28th October 2019
What can you do with a Diploma of Mental Health?
13th January 2021All mental health support worker courses
- CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
- CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health
- HLT33021 & HLT43021 Dual Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance & Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care
- CHCSS00133 Induction to Disability Support
- CHCSS00080 Induction to Leisure and Health
- HLT40221 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice
- CHCSS00103 Mental Health Peer Work Skill Set
- Associate Degree of Psychology
- Undergraduate Certificate in Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs
- CHCSS00070 Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set
- PUARCV003 Work in a Recovery Context
- 10735NAT Course in Disability First Aid
- 10092NAT Certificate IV in Skills for Career Pathways
- CHC43215 & CHC42021 Dual Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs & Certificate IV in Community Services
- CHC32015 & CHC52021 Certificate III in Community Services & Diploma of Community Services
- 22540VIC Course in Supporting People with Complex Personal Care Needs, including Behaviours of Concern
- HLTWHS003 Maintain Work Health and Safety
- CHCCCS010 Maintain a High Standard of Service
- CHCGRP002 Plan and conduct group activities
- 52792WA Advanced Diploma of Holistic Classical Yoga Practices
- Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies
- HLTWHS006 Manage Personal Stressors In The Work Environment
- CHCSS00102 Mental Health Co-existing Needs Skill Set
- Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- 10974NAT Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy
- 22532VIC Course in Supporting People with Psychosocial Disability
- Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set
- CHCMHS001 Work with People with Mental Health Issues
- CHCCCS020 Respond Effectively to Behaviours of Concern
Mental Health Support Worker careers
A Mental Health Support Worker assists individuals with mental health issues in their daily lives and recovery journey. You might work in residential facilities, community centres, or clients' homes. Mental Health Support Workers focus on providing emotional support, helping with daily activities, and implementing care plans. You’ll collaborate with healthcare professionals to monitor progress and ensure clients receive appropriate care and services.
Mental Health Support Workers play a crucial role in supporting individuals facing mental health challenges. You’ll need to be compassionate, patient, and resilient, with strong interpersonal skills. You’ll work closely with clients and their families to provide practical assistance and emotional support, helping them to manage their conditions and improve their overall wellbeing.
