Diploma of Mental Health

Program Details

• Program Code & Title

  CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health

  CRICOS Code: 108046M

• Subjects

  The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health requires 20 Subjects consisting of.

  Fifteen (15) core units, and;
  Five (5) elective units (all electives chosen are industry suggested)
  

   

  Core Subjects:

  CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs 
  CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
  CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
  CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
  CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services
  CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
  CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
  CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
  CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
  CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
  CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
  HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety 
  

  Elective Subjects:

  CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
  CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide 
  CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues 
  CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence 
  CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support 

  Other electives may be available on request based on the demand.

  
  Credit Transfer and RPL offered: Recognition of prior learning and skills assessment.

• Entry Requirements

  Intended overseas students must satisfy the following requirements: 

  • Age: Must be 18 years or over  
  • English proficiency level: An IELTS Band 5.5 or equivalent OR undertake a TMG College Australia English language test  

  • The ability to obtain a Police Check - Police Check required for Industry Work Placement 

  • Successful completion of Year 12 or its equivalent

   

  Students are required to undertake a Language Literacy Numeracy and Digital Literacy Assessment. These will assist with identification of any support needs.

• Work Placement

  You will be required to undertake a minimum 160 Hours Practical Placement in Community Contexts such as Community Based Non-Government Organisations; Home Based Outreach; Centre-Based Programs; Respite Care; Residential Services, Rehabilitation Programs; Clinical Settings.

• Assessment

  Assessment Methods may include: 

  • Written Questions 
  • Project Work 
  • Case Study’s 
  • Role plays 
  • Workplace Based Tasks/Observations  

• Duration and Intensity

  Estimated duration: 104 Weeks 

  160 hours (Professional Placement Experience)  Workplacement 

• Delivery Mode

  TMG College Australia provides the following delivery options: 

  Face to Face Training 

  In person Classroom Based training delivered at TMG College Australia sites. Face to Face delivery includes both theory and practical activities which are supported by structured Work Placement. 

   

  Structured Work Placement

  You will be required to undertake a minimum 160 Hours Practical Placement in Community Contexts such as Community Based Non-Government Organisations; Home Based Outreach; Centre-Based Programs; Respite Care; Residential Services, Rehabilitation Programs; Clinical Settings.

  
  

  Offsite Training 

  TMG College Australia can deliver training and undertake assessments using facilities at a Students Workplace, or in a Mobile Manner (e.g. delivery at a regional/remote location for a specific period or for a specific training course).  

   

  Mixed Mode Training 

  A combination of various delivery modes. Also known as "Mixed Delivery" or "Blended Learning". This includes Virtual, Face to Face and Workplace Based. 

• Pathways

  Graduates may progress to higher level qualifications within and/or across the health and Community care sector.

• Your Career

  This program provides you an opportunity to enter into the workforce involving job roles such as:

  • Mental Health Community Worker 
  • Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker 
  • Welfare Support Worker 
  • Community Rehabilitation Worker 
  • Community Support Worker 
  • Mental Health Support Worker 
  • Mental Health Outreach Worker 

   

• Fees & Eligibility

  Fee For Service: $8,950.00

  The student tuition fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. 

   

  TMG will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.

   

   

   

• Locations

  This qualification will be delivered at any or all of the following locations:

  Classroom (theory):  TMG College Australia Campuses,

  • City Campus - 400 Queen St, Melbourne Victoria
  • Werribee Campus - 3 Comben Drive, Werribee
  • Box Hill Campus - 6 Ellingworth Parade, Box Hill

  
  
  

             

• Upcoming Classes

  2022

  • January 31
  • April 25
  • July 18
  • October 10

  2023

  • January 30
  • April 24
  • July 17
  • October 9

• Credit Transfer

  We provide Credit Transfer with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a qualification, if the CT request is equivalent in content and learning outcomes with TMG’s matched qualifications.

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

  We provide Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where Student work experience or qualifications of an advanced and related nature have been undertaken. RPL result is subject to the quality and amount of the evidence submitted by the  Student to TMG.