Class details
Schedule Available in both full-time and part-time modes.
Variable
Delivery Method of course delivery.
Combination
Duration
Course duration This represents the duration when studying in full-time mode.
1 year
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
1st Feb 2021
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
9th Dec 2022
Time Commitment
Class and study time The average amount of time each week you’ll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.
13 hours per week
Fee details
Course fees are released each semester.
We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
Classes will be a mixture of class based and online delivery and attendance at a TAFE campus may be required to complete skills assessments.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Skills assessment: role play scenarios, presentation, practical, observation (including assessments in the workplace)
Knowledge assessment: multiple choice, true or false, short answer questions
Case study: case study scenario, reflection
Portfolio: samples of work in a workplace environment
Project: report, research based project, journal, activities
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
There are no materials needed for this qualification.
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To successfully complete this course, you will need to complete 80 hours of compulsory work placement. This will be negotiated with the course coordinator.
Despite this enrolment being blended & self-directed, there is an expectation that you are able to participate in skills-based interactions with your teachers that will run in Bathurst on the listed dates or alternative arrangements are made.
For successful completion of this course you may need to obtain before your work placement:
- National criminal check
- Working with children check.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 units of competency, including 11 core and 4 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issuesCHCMHS005
Promote and facilitate self advocacyCHCMHS008
Work collaboratively with the care network and other servicesCHCMHS004
Establish self-directed recovery relationshipsCHCMHS002
Course deliveryCombination study
Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Bathurst
Located on Panorama Avenue, TAFE NSW Bathurst has a wide range of practical courses available that are aimed at training and placing students into suitable positions in the local workforce. Courses include bricklaying, children's services, communication, media, design, digital media, fitness, human resources management, refrigeration, air conditioning, hair, beauty and welfare courses. TAFE NSW Bathurst also offers library services, counselling, online study help, disability support, Aboriginal support, study pathways and career advice.
Campus address
Panorama Avenue Bathurst 2795
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Bathurst Station is 2800 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Computer labs
Conference rooms
Library
Various specialist classrooms
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au