Faculty
Community Services
Delivery Mode
Blended and In house Simulations
Duration
104 Weeks
COURSE CODE : CHC53315 | CRICOS CODE : 0101256
This 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.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification.
MODE OF STUDY
Blended / In house Simulations
COURSE DELIVERY LOCATION
Melbourne Campus
Level 5 & 9, 341-345 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Sydney Campus
Level 1, 54 Parramatta Road, Forest Lodge NSW 2037
Adelaide Campus
Level 3, 45 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000
FEE
Course Duration: 104 weeks
Course Fee: AUD $20,000 (includes Workshop training , Materials & Administration Fee)
Note: Fees are subject to changes
COURSE DURATION
This course is delivered in a structured classroom environment which includes the Signet purpose built laboratory and computer laboratory. Students will also attend work placement.
The program will be delivered over 104 weeks (holiday inclusive, and 2 full days (8 hours each) and 1 half day (4 hours) per week face-to-face training), including 20 contact hours per week of theory and simulation training, self-paced structured e-learning, and at least 400 hours of work based training/professional experience placement (PEP).
Besides the above structured learning, students are advised that they will be required to do appropriately 10 hours per week of unstructured learning
The simulation training is for review of the learning activities, practicing communication, work based skills, management skills and to undertake other assessments e.g.: group presentation/individual presentation etc.
You will find the hands-on practical simulation training interesting and beneficial, so that you can perform tasks efficiently and effectively in an actual workplace which will build your confidence and competence.
INTAKE DATES 2022:
January, April, July, October
INTAKE DATES 2023:
January, April, July, October
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.
UNIT OF COMPETENCY
This qualification requires the successful completion of 20 units of competency which consists of 15 Core units and 5 Electives
| Elective Units – 15 | |
|---|---|
| CHCADV005 | Provide systems advocacy services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCMHS002 | Establish self-directed recovery relationships |
| CHCMHS003 | Provide recovery oriented mental health services |
| CHCMHS004 | Work collaboratively with the care network and other services |
| CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues |
| CHCMHS009 | Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs |
| CHCMHS010 | Implement recovery-oriented approaches to complexity |
| CHCMHS011 | Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing |
| CHCMHS012 | Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives |
| CHCMHS013 | Implement trauma informed care |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTWHS004 | Manage work health and safety |
| Elective Units – 5 | |
|---|---|
| CHCCSM005 | Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDEV001 | Confirm client developmental status |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL007 | Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
A range of following assessment methods will be used to assess the students:
- Written and oral questions
- Presentations
- Projects/Reports
- Case Study/Scenarios
- Third party reports
- Observation in a simulated work environment
- Observation after in actual work environment via third party reports and observation checklists
PRACTICAL WORK PLACEMENT
What you learn at Signet has direct links to the real world. You’ll have the chance to put theory into practice in at least 400 hours of practical work placement that we arrange for you.
You’ll learn from Trainers and Assessors who have valuable industry contacts and the latest industry-standard skills and knowledge. Learning with us means you’ll get the hands-on learning to be job-ready and confidence prior to the commencement of your practical work placement.
Practical Placement, or “on-the-job” training, is an important part of the CHC53315 – Diploma of Mental Health. It gives you the opportunity to apply, in a real-life setting, the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom and the practical knowledge gained in the simulated lab.
It also allows you to develop these skills and practical knowledge under the supervision of experienced practitioners.
Students are required to obtain a current police check before the commencement of placement. Some placement providers may require students to hold a current Working with Children Check or immunisation before commencement of placement.
CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)
If you have previously completed a unit with the same unit code or unit title as in your new course, you may be eligible for a credit transfer and you may not have to repeat that unit.
You will need to complete a credit transfer application form, and provide a certified copy of the transcript of statement of attainment.
There is a fee for this process. Applications for credit transfer must be made prior to the commencement of the course.
QUALIFICATION PATHWAYS
After successfully completing CHC53315 – Diploma of Mental Health, students may apply for:
- Bachelor of Community Welfare
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Health Science
- Bachelor of Social Science
- Bachelor of Arts Psychotherapy
- Bachelor of Integrative Psychotherapy
Note: While Signet may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, we identify relevant progression that may be attained. Check our website for your eligibility for the courses offered at Signet.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Successfully completing this course may enable you to work as a:
- Welfare Support Worker
- Mental Health Outreach Worker/ Support Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Mental Health Rehabilitation Support Worker
- Mental Health Community Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Coordinator/Assessor
- Case Manager
* Completion of an Signet qualification does not guarantee an employment outcome