Certificate IV in Mental Health Course Perth
The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health Course in Perth offers comprehensive training for individuals seeking to support people experiencing mental health challenges.
This qualification prepares you to work in a range of community settings, providing non-clinical support, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services.
You will develop practical skills in communication, crisis intervention, and client-centred care while gaining a deep understanding of mental health conditions, trauma-informed approaches, and cultural sensitivity.
The course also focuses on ethical practice and self-care, ensuring you are well-equipped to maintain your own well-being while effectively supporting others.
Whether you’re starting your career or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course opens doors to meaningful roles in mental health support services, outreach programs, and residential care facilities.
Certificate IV in Mental Health Support qualification can go a long way. Here’s what is possible:
Rehabilitation Worker
Mental Health Outreach Worker
Mental Health IntakeOfficer
A career in mental health is not just about helping others but also about making a profound difference in the well-being of many people. By undertaking a Certificate IV in Mental Health, you will learn the skills necessary to support the recovery of people experiencing psychiatric disability and mental illness and show them the care and empathy they need.
Training Delivery
Certificate IV in Mental Health Support course is predominantly classroom-based.
Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: LearnEd Training RTO ID 52504
Students are provided with the following:
- Required course materials such as workbooks
- Access to computers and software during class
- Your student training plan
- A dedicated and qualified trainer
- Targeted assessment tools
Entry Requirements
- There are no formal requirements for this qualification, however, students must be 17 years or older to enrol, and parental consent is required if under 18.
- Students must be 18 years of age to complete work placement and complete this qualification.
- Students must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test at induction
- The student must have a USI number – we can assist if required.
- Students must be a citizen/permanent resident or have legal rights to study & work in Australia.
- Students are also required to have a National police Clearance before commencing Work Placement
Upon Completion
Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will receive a:
- Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript OR
- Statement of Attainment (if student is found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
To attain the Certificate IV in Mental Health, 15 units must be successfully completed, consisting of eleven (11) core and four (4) elective units.
Course Units
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCMHS002 | Establish a self-directed recovery relationship |
| CHCMHS003 | Provide recovery orientated 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 drug issues |
| CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma-informed care |
| CHCMHS008 | Promote and facilitate self-advocacy |
| CHCMHS011 | Assess and promote social, emotional and physical well-being |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
Elective Units
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|
CHCCCS019 |
Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
|
HLTWHS006 |
Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
|
CHCCCS017 |
Provide loss and grief support |
|
CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice |