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Mental Health Courses in Altona

Find mental health courses in Altona.

Courses for beginners

There are 23 courses available in Altona Victoria for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

CHC32015

Certificate III in Community Services
Blended, Online
12 months
$3,958 - $4,950
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Support Worker Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker
Outreach Worker Support Worker Peer Support Worker Caseworker Community Support Worker NDIS Worker
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Support Worker Youth Case Worker Welfare Worker Outreach Worker Support Worker Peer Support Worker Caseworker Community Support Worker NDIS Worker + 6 more
HLT33021 & HLT43021

Dual Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance & Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Dietetic Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapy Aide Physiotherapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Dietetic Assistant Occupational Therapy Assistant Therapy Aide Physiotherapy Assistant Allied Health Assistant + 3 more
22567VIC

Certificate I in Transition Education
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $23,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Volunteer Coordinator Peer Support Worker
Disability Support Worker Community Support Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Teacher's Aide Volunteer Coordinator Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker Community Support Worker + 2 more
22469VIC

Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme
Distance, On Campus, Online
2 - 3 weeks
$0 - $420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administrative Assistant Community Support Worker Disability Service Officer
Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker Personal Carer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Administrative Assistant Community Support Worker Disability Service Officer Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker Community Care Worker Personal Carer + 4 more
22532VIC

Course in Supporting People with Psychosocial Disability
Blended
6 months
$900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Support Worker Diversional Therapy Assistant
Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Support Worker Diversional Therapy Assistant Peer Support Worker Disability Support Worker + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Courses for experienced learners

There are 53 courses available in Altona Victoria for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health
Online
12 - 18 months
$2,900 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker
Peer Support Worker Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Support Worker Crisis Support Worker Community Rehabilitation Worker Peer Support Worker Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker + 3 more
CHC52021

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Online
12 - 24 months
$5,788 - $7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Case Worker Case Manager Case Worker
Care Coordinator Mental Health Case Manager
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Youth Case Worker Case Manager Case Worker Care Coordinator Mental Health Case Manager + 2 more
CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health
On Campus, Online
12 - 14 months
$2,400 - $5,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Therapy Aide Diversional Therapy Assistant
Community Care Worker Care Coordinator Wellbeing Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Lifestyle Coordinator Therapy Aide Diversional Therapy Assistant Community Care Worker Care Coordinator Wellbeing Coordinator + 3 more
CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health
Online
12 months
$7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Case Manager Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker
Community Services Officer Crisis Support Worker Peer Support Worker Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mental Health Case Manager Intake Worker Mental Health Support Worker Community Services Officer Crisis Support Worker Peer Support Worker Outreach Worker Mental Health Worker + 5 more
CHC43515

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
On Campus, Online
10 months
from $3,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Worker Support Worker
Peer Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crisis Support Worker Mental Health Worker Support Worker Peer Support Worker Volunteer Coordinator + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

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More about mental health courses in Altona

If you're looking to enhance your skills in the mental health field, Altona offers a variety of courses tailored for both beginners and experienced learners. With 38 different mental health courses available, aspiring professionals can choose from programs like the Certificate III in Community Services or the more advanced Certificate IV in Mental Health. These qualifications can prepare you for essential roles in the industry, such as counsellors and social workers, providing support to those in need within your local community.

Training providers such as New Futures Training and Box Hill Institute deliver these courses right in Altona. Additionally, institutions like RMIT University and VU provide students with opportunities to study vital topics such as disability support and youth work. With face-to-face teaching options, students will gain hands-on experience needed to succeed in the workforce.

No matter your prior experience, Altona’s mental health courses cater to a range of skill levels, from the Certificate I in Transition Education for newcomers, to the Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) for those with more advanced qualifications. Explore these opportunities to build a fulfilling career in mental health—make your move today and join the ranks of dedicated case managers and alcohol and other drug support workers, making a difference in the lives of many.

Further reading

How to start a career in Mental Health

5th August 2021

What can you do with a Diploma of Mental Health?

13th January 2021

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Mental Health?

28th October 2019