CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Begin your career in the community services or health industry with this entry-level course that will qualify you to work in mental health in a broad range of settings.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Darling Downs and South West North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online Apprenticeships and traineeships

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 22 Apr 2025 Duration: 1 year View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Fee-Free TAFE

Concession

$2,205

Subsidised

$3,165

Full Fee

$7,575

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Course overview

Kick start your career in mental health with this entry-level qualification. This course will give you the specialised skills and knowledge needed to work with people with complex needs in both community services and healthcare settings. Growth in the mental health sector is strong with the Australian Government expecting to see more than 50,000 job openings in the next five years.

This course will equip you to provide services to people with coexisting mental health and drug and alcohol dependencies, to provide community-focused health promotion and prevention strategies, and work within the frameworks of trauma-informed care. Our team of industry experts will give you the support necessary for success in the industry.

Successful completion of this course will give you the skills to work as a mental health officer or mental health support worker.

What can I do?

Mental Health Officer
Mental Health Support Worker
Community Services Worker

Course outcome:

CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health

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Join our Virtual Classroom

A one of a kind education experience that features expert educators guiding you through this program to achieve your qualification.

You have the flexibility to study from the location of your choice with the added bonus of real time interactions with your peers and TAFE Queensland educators who will support you every step of the way.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 80 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV002

Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV002

Unit description :

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.
UNIT NAME
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE
CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE :
CHCLEG001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.
UNIT NAME
Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS002

Establish self-directed recovery relationships

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote the principles of recovery oriented practice, and to establish and confirm self-directed recovery relationships with people with mental illness.
UNIT NAME
Establish self-directed recovery relationships

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS003

Provide recovery oriented mental health services

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work collaboratively in providing services to implement a range of strategies as part of recovery oriented service provision for people with mental illness.
UNIT NAME
Provide recovery oriented mental health services

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS004

Work collaboratively with the care network and other services

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS004

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills knowledge required to work collaboratively with the care network and other potential services for a person with mental illness. This work provides a recovery oriented practice approach, involving a variety of health and community service professionals working collaboratively with the person and their care network.
UNIT NAME
Work collaboratively with the care network and other services

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS005

Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS005

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess capacity to support people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues and to work collaboratively to provide support and facilitate links to other services.
UNIT NAME
Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS007

Work effectively in trauma informed care

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS007

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of trauma informed care within a service.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively in trauma informed care

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS008

Promote and facilitate self advocacy

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS008

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to encourage, support and promote self-advocacy. The promotion and facilitation of self-advocacy contributes to a person's self-determination, empowerment and right to make informed choices in regard to all aspects of their life.
UNIT NAME
Promote and facilitate self advocacy

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS011

Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS011

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work collaboratively with individuals to assess, promote and review all aspects of wellbeing.
UNIT NAME
Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

North Queensland

North Queensland

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS003

Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to identify and manage immediate suicide risk and work with the individual to achieve safe outcomes. It includes the requirements for developing a clear safety plan for addressing any immediate danger to the person at risk or others, mobilising access to emergency medical help when needed and facilitating links with further support.
UNIT NAME
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS013

Implement trauma informed care

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS013

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote trauma informed care, and to develop strategies to address people's specific trauma needs. Trauma informed care involves providing services that are informed by the knowledge and understanding of the impact of trauma, in particular interpersonal violence and varying service practice to reduce the likelihood of re-traumatisation.
UNIT NAME
Implement trauma informed care

UNIT CODE
CHCSOH013

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE :
CHCSOH013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including people experiencing domestic and family violence.
UNIT NAME
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS006

Manage personal stressors in the work environment

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS006

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain health and wellbeing by preventing and managing personal stress.
UNIT NAME
Manage personal stressors in the work environment

Greater Brisbane

Greater Brisbane

UNIT CODE
CHCEDU001

Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDU001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to deliver a range of promotion and prevention strategies to the community.
UNIT NAME
Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS003

Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to identify and manage immediate suicide risk and work with the individual to achieve safe outcomes. It includes the requirements for developing a clear safety plan for addressing any immediate danger to the person at risk or others, mobilising access to emergency medical help when needed and facilitating links with further support.
UNIT NAME
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCSOH013

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE :
CHCSOH013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including people experiencing domestic and family violence.
UNIT NAME
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Sunshine Coast / Online Virtual Classroom

Sunshine Coast / Online Virtual Classroom

UNIT CODE
CHCADV001

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

UNIT CODE :
CHCADV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist clients to identify their rights, voice their needs and concerns and realise their interests, rights and needs.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS003

Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to identify and manage immediate suicide risk and work with the individual to achieve safe outcomes. It includes the requirements for developing a clear safety plan for addressing any immediate danger to the person at risk or others, mobilising access to emergency medical help when needed and facilitating links with further support.
UNIT NAME
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE
CHCEDU001

Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDU001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to deliver a range of promotion and prevention strategies to the community.
UNIT NAME
Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE
CHCSOH013

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE :
CHCSOH013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including people experiencing domestic and family violence.
UNIT NAME
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS006

Manage personal stressors in the work environment

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS006

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain health and wellbeing by preventing and managing personal stress.
UNIT NAME
Manage personal stressors in the work environment

Darling Downs and South West

Darling Downs and South West

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS003

Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to identify and manage immediate suicide risk and work with the individual to achieve safe outcomes. It includes the requirements for developing a clear safety plan for addressing any immediate danger to the person at risk or others, mobilising access to emergency medical help when needed and facilitating links with further support.
UNIT NAME
Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide

UNIT CODE
CHCEDU001

Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE :
CHCEDU001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to deliver a range of promotion and prevention strategies to the community.
UNIT NAME
Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies

UNIT CODE
CHCSOH013

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE :
CHCSOH013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including people experiencing domestic and family violence.
UNIT NAME
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns	On campus with some online	22 Apr 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	22 Apr 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Cairns	On campus with some online	07 Oct 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Cairns On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Townsville - Pimlico	On campus with some online	07 Oct 2025	1 year	Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Townsville - Pimlico On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Oct 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 3 days per week Online Tuesday & Wednesday 9am - 11am & On campus Thursday 9am - 2pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

Online with on campus practical training

Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more
Online virtual classroom

You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online with on campus practical training (Southport)	22 Apr 2025	9 months	Full time 2 days per week	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 80% On Campus Time 20% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Apr 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 2 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Full time 1x 3 hour Zoom session per week Thursday	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 1x 3 hour Zoom session per week Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more Concession: $2,205 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $3,165 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $7,575 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Toowoomba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, online or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315)

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Certificate IV in Mental Health

COURSE CODE: CHC43315

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Applicants should be 18 years of age prior to applying for this course due to the nature of some of the units of study and Placement.

Traineeship pathway
To study a traineeship program you must be indentured as a trainee with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide necessary human and physical resources to qualify for a trainee.

Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee

Placement

If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.

Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 80 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
This course requires you to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check to be eligible to attend the vocational placement assessment component of your studies.

Prior to Placement, you will need to receive and provide evidence of the following checks:

You must complete your online NDIS Worker Screening Clearance application at this link - NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU), and nominate TAFE Queensland as your employer. There is no cost to students. TAFE Queensland will verify each student.
Students must also complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Online Modules (4 modules/approximately 90 minutes in total). Upon completion, students will need to provide their Certificate of Completion to both TAFE Queensland and their placement provider.
If you work with children on Placement, you will also need a Blue Card Working with Children Check. This is called Blue Card in Queensland or you will need the equivalent if you are completing your Placement outside of Queensland.
Please note: you can apply for both the NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Blue Card by completing a combined application via the NDIS Worker Screening portal NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU).

If your check identifies that you have a criminal history, you may be disqualified from being eligible to undertake placement and assessment, which would affect your course outcomes. If you think this might impact you, please speak to the relevant Placement Coordinator for further information.

Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services.

Vaccination requirements
Vaccinations may be required by the owner or operator of the facility providing your placement.
These requirements will be provided to the student, prior to arrangements being made for the completion of vocational placement.

Important information

Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the vocational placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.

This course requires you to undertake role plays. Role plays will cover sensitive topics such as trauma, domestic violence, cultural diversity, mental health, and children at risk.

Online virtual classroom
You will need to act out, record, save, and upload role plays to TQ Connect using compatible technology. You must source participants for your role plays, with some requiring more than one participant.
Numerous role plays are required for your online course, varying in duration and complexity.
Most subjects will require you to organise consenting participants to fully address the assessment criteria in each role play to achieve a satisfactory grade.

You are expected to engage in additional personal study to meet the course requirements. Online virtual classroom students will need to balance work and family commitments with your studies, which may include studying on weekends and outside of normal business hours.

Each assessment task will have specific criteria that you need to meet, which will be clearly outlined in your assessment instructions.

To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills subsidised price, you must:

be aged 15 years or over, and be no longer at school;
permanently reside in Queensland;
be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
not hold a certificate IV or higher-level qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training; and
not be enrolled in another qualification, not including foundation skills training.

To learn more about Fee-Free TAFE eligibility criteria please refer to the Fee-Free TAFE Information Page.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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Certificate IV in Mental Health

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How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

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Entry requirements

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Placement

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Diploma of Mental Health

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Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs / Diploma of Mental Health

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Diploma of Counselling

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