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 services to clients in relation to mental health issues. They can provide counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services. These workers are required to have high level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health.

This qualification includes:

• Developing 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
• Team Leader
• Supervisor
• Manager

What will you achieve from completing this course?

• A nationally recognised CHC53315 Diploma of 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 will 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
• Resources are provided by SGSCC
• Student lounge available
• WiFi is available

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
• Hold a current CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
• 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)
• 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 160 hours (20 days) of 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.

Will 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 20 units of learning

Units of competency you will be studying:

Units completed as part of CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health:

1.  CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (Core)
2. CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (Core)
3. CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships (Core)
4. CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services (Core)
5. CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services (Core)
6. CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues (Core)
7. CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social,emotional and physical wellbeing (Core)

Units of competency you will be studying in this course:

1. CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity (Core)
2. CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives (Core)
3. CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care (Core)
4. HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety (Core)
5. CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)
6. CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services (Core)
7. CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs (Core)
8. CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice (Core)
9. CHCDEV001 Confirm client developmental status (Elective)
10. CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management (Elective)
11. CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills (Elective)
12. CHCEDU001 Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies (Elective)
13. CHCAOD006 Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drugs issues (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

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: 8 term course
• Delivery method: Face to face
• Days: Monday and Tuesday 9am – 4.30pm
• Units of Learning: 20 (7 of these units completed in CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health)
• Requirements: Students must be working in the industry to enrol in this course as it requires workplace assessment to be conducted. 20 days of work placement.
• 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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