COURSE OUTCOMES
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery-oriented support for people affected by mental
illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community-based programs and activities focusing on mental
health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community
based non-government organisations, home based outreach, centre-based programs, respite care, residential services,
rehabilitation programs, clinical settings, or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the
broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed
at least 80 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

 

STUDY MODE
The course is delivered in hybrid mode with online learning components, tutorials (face-to-face and via our dedicated Zoom
classrooms), and an 80-hour work placement.
A sound level of computer literacy is expected from students. Online delivery provides you with maximum flexibility,
allowing you to study anywhere and anytime.
The majority of training materials and assessments are delivered online, you must have access to a good computer with
Internet access. You have online access to your facilitator and other support.

 

WORKSHOPS/PRACTICAL SEMINARS
Virtual tutorials and workshops will be held throughout the course to provide practical application of your skills and
knowledge.
Students will be provided with information about available workshops during their training. Attending these
workshops is compulsory.


COURSE DURATION

The course is 18months in duration.

 

ACCREDITATION

The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health is a nationally government accredited Qualification at level 4 of the Australian
Qualifications Framework.
The Certificate IV is recognised by the International Institute of Complimentary Therapies and is a Pathway into the CHC51015
Diploma of Counselling.

 

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
• A computer, adequate computer literacy skills, access to adequate internet facilities and be able to log on and use IAP’s
online computer learning portal.
• Access to clients for practice sessions.
• Language, literacy, and numeracy skills required to undertake studies at a Certificate IV level qualification. As a guide
the literacy and numeracy competencies should be equivalent to National Reporting System (NRS) Level 4.
• It is expected that students have completed an Australian High School Certificate or higher and have attained a
minimum National Reporting System (NRS) Level 4 (From the Australian Core Skills Framework), requiring that students
are generally able to independently participate in training and work programs but may need assistance with specialised
texts or reports.


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Completed Year 12 or Certificate III qualification or overseas equivalent.
• Minimum 18 years of age.

 

COURSE STRUCTURE
To be awarded CHC43315CertificateIVinMental Health, students must successfully complete a total of 15 units of
competency, comprising:
• 11 core units.
• 4 elective units, consisting of:
• At least 2 units from the electives listed below, including at least 1 unit from the At-Risk group below.
• Up to 2 units from any endorsed training package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to
the work outcome.