C4423 - Certificate IV in Mental Health
Plan: C4423 - Certificate IV in Mental Health
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Certificate IV in Mental Health
Qualification national code: CHC43315
Nominal hours: 870
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 year full-time
Location: Melbourne, City Campus
Owning school: Social Care and Health (535T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
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Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Certificate IV in Mental Health 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.
Some of the occupational titles graduates may fill include:
- Mental health coordinator
- Community Support Worker
- Mental Health Intake Officer
- Mental Health Outreach Worker
- Mental Health Rehabilitation Support Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of the Certificate IV in Mental Health guarantees entry in the Diploma of Community Services with a credit transfer of 4 units (below):
CHCDIV001: Work with diverse people
CHCMHS001: Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPRP001: Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCDFV001: Recognise and respond to domestic and family violence
You may be eligible to undertake further studies in related programs at RMIT University subject to each program’s entry requirements.
Information is available on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
There are no minimum academic entry requirements. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older before commencing and must meet the minimum University requirements.
You must submit a personal statement with your application outlining:
- your reasons for wanting to study this program
- your intended career path
- the personal strengths and attributes you will bring to the program
- details of any related work or voluntary experience.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in Mental Health Services. However, this program has strong industry support and all course content, delivery and assessment is informed by industry through an Industry Advisory Committee. This program is a nationally recognised vocational qualification, which was endorsed by the Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council.
RMIT works closely with major Victorian community services employers to meet the needs of people who are entering the community services workforce and provides the ongoing upskilling needs of existing workers. Industry partners are active participants in the selection of electives, delivery, and assessment tasks through membership of Industry Advisory Committee.
The teaching staff within the program have extensive industry experience and maintain networks with industry partners.
This program has been developed in collaboration with Wellways Australia.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit ) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at: myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students
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