Interested in providing self-directed recovery support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability?

This nationally recognised qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed, recovery-oriented support to individuals affected by mental illness and psychiatric disabilities. The work involves implementing community-based programs and activities that focus on mental health, mental illness, and psychiatric disabilities. It takes place in various community contexts, including non-government organizations, home-based outreach, center-based programs, respite care, residential services, rehabilitation programs, clinical settings, or while supporting individuals in employment. Workers carry out their duties autonomously, guided by the broader direction of other practitioners and professionals.

This qualification includes:

• Skills to work autonomously under a broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals
• Developing skills to implement community based programs and activities focusing on mental health and illness

Employment opportunities with this qualification are:

• Assistant Community Services worker
• Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
• Mental Health Outreach
• Outreach Officer

With further study, become a:

• Team leader
• Supervisor
• Manager

What will you achieve from completing this course?

• A nationally recognised CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health

What you need to know about this course:

• Prior to enrolling you must read the Mental Health Pre Enrolment Policy at the bottom of this page
• This qualification includes content, concepts, and scenarios that might be distressing. It's important to carefully assess your resilience and be mindful of any potential emotional triggers, especially as they may arise when participating in this program or in future employment within this field
• Classes commence in week 1 of each school term
• Students will be accepted into the class throughout the term
• You need to plan for approximately 5-10 hours per week at home to complete assessment tasks
• There is no training during school holidays
• Private Facebook groups are used to share resources and learning

Facilities, equipment and learning resources:

• Resources are provided by SGSCC
• Digital learning and assessment materials on aNewSpring (Learning Management System)
• WiFi is available
• Ergonomic classroom
• Student health and well-being support

What resources do you need to study from home?

• A computer with internet access
• Email access
• Facebook account

Course entry Requirements

• You must attend a pre-enrolment meeting with an SGSCC representative to ascertain suitability to the course and to review your current skills and experience
• New students are expected to attend a mandatory college orientation before course commencement. Orientation times and dates will be advised after enrolment.
• Current National Police Check (can be arranged through SGSCC)
• Complete an SGSCC English language, literacy and numeracy assessment to determine that the student has sufficient skills to successfully complete the course (ACSF Level 4)
• Note taking materials
• Unique Student Identifier (can be arranged through SGSCC)
• There are no formal educational requirements for entry into this course
• Recognition for units may be granted based on previous learning, studies, work and/or life experiences

Do you need to complete any work placement hours?

• Yes, you need to complete 80 hours (10 days) of work placement which will be organised by SGSCC.
• You will work as a student (unpaid) during work placement.
• Before commencing work placement, you will be required to get a current national criminal record check to allow you to work in a care service facility. SGSCC will assist you with this application process.

Do you need to sit for any exams?

• No. This is a competency-based course
• Tell us, then show us you understand and are able to implement the learning you have received
• You will be required to competently complete assessment tasks for all 15 units of learning

Units of competency you will be studying:

1. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
2. CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (Core)
3. CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically (Core)
4. CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships (Core)
5. CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services (Core)
6. CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services (Core)
7. CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues (Core)
8. CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care (Core)
9. CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self-advocacy (Core)
10. CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing (Core)
11. HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety (Core)
12. CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide (Elective)
13. CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context (Elective)
14. CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support (Elective)
15. CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence (Elective)

Assessments are made up by a range of:

• Case studies
• Demonstration
• Portfolio of evidence
• Presentation
• Questions and answers
• Research report

To be deemed competent:

• You will receive clear assessment instructions
• You must complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard as set by your trainer
• These are assessed by your trainer
• Opportunities will be provided for trainers to support students and to resubmit their assessments if required

When you have completed and been deemed competent you can:

• Progress with SGSCC to the CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health

Course fees:

• This qualification is subsidised by the NSW Government. Register now to check your Smart & Skilled eligibility and student fee contribution.

Delivery Overview:

• Duration: 4 term course
• Delivery Method: Face to Face
• Days: Wednesday and Thursday 9am-4.30pm
• Units of Learning: 15
• Requirements: Students must have a pre-enrolment meeting to ascertain in they are eligible to enrol in this course. 10 days of work placement to be completed at end of course.
• Monthly Intake: Yes

Time for you to enrol:

• The enrolments team are available to take your enquiry or enrolment on 02 8543 7412 during business hours
• At the Jannali Office Reception (Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm)

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