CHC40508 Certificate IV in Mental Health
This is a specialised course for people working in the field of "hands on care" in the Mental Health Sector. It is a prerequisite that you have competence at Certificate 3 level in aged care, Disability or Comminity Care or equivalent in order to achieve a succsessful outcome. This is the base level qualification for persons working in the Mental Health Sector.
15 units are selected for this qualification including:
- 11 compulsory units
- 4 elective units
Prerequisites
Studies at a minimum of Certificate 3 level in the Heath or Community Services area.
Compulsory Units
CHCAOD402A Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
CHCCS400A Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCMH401A Work effectively in mental health settings
CHCMH402A Apply understanding of mental health issues and recovery processes
CHCMH403A Establish and maintain communication and relationships to support the
recovery process
CHCMH404A Conduct assessment and planning as part of the recovery process
CHCMH405A Work collaboratively to support recovery process
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404B Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes
CHCCS514A Recognise and respond to individuals at risk
Students must demonstrate competency in 5 of the following electives
Electives may vary in order to meet the requirements of specific industry sub groups.
CHCAOD408A Assess needs of clients with alcohol and/or other drugs issues
CHCAOD411A Provide interventions for people with alcohol and other drug issues
CHCAOD510A Work effectively with clients with complex alcohol and/or other drug issues
CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCCS504A Provide services to clients with complex needs
CHCMH408B Provide interventions to meet the needs of consumers with mental health and
AOD issues
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCCS305A Assist clients with medication (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301A)
CHCCS419B Provide support services to clients
HLTCSD306B Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients
CHCCH427A Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
CHCCH522A Undertake outreach work
CHCCS403B Provide brief intervention
CHCDIS410A Facilitate community participation and inclusion
CHCICS406A Support client self-management
CHCICS407A Support positive lifestyle
HLTRAH302A Undertake home visits
CHCCD420A Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
CHCCS414A Provide education and support on parenting, health and well being
CHCCS421A Undertake community sector work within own community
CHCPROM502B Implement health promotion and community intervention
CHCPROM503A Provide community focused promotion and prevention strategies
CHCRF402B Provide intervention support to children and families
CHCYTH511A Work effectively with young people and their families
CHCCS417A Provide support and care relating to suicide bereavement
CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS503A Develop, implement and review services and programs to meet client
needs
| Course Category | Community Services |
| Prerequisites | Certificate 3 level in the Heath or Community Services area |
| Duration | 6 - 12 months depending on Mode |
| Payment Plans | Deposit plus Installments |
| RCC/RPL info | RCC/RPL Available |
Run as required or available via Distance Education/E-learning