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Diploma of Mental Health
Duration: 52 weeks
Work placement: 8 weeks
Program Delivery: Online - Self paced
Students must have sufficient digital literacy skills to access online content, enter answers to written questions and communicate with instructors via email, the student portal and the learning management system.
Students should have access to the internet, data, a laptop or computer with Microsoft Teams to successfully participate in this program.
Course Overview
Make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting their mental health, recovery, and wellbeing.
The Diploma of Mental Health equips you with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges across a range of community and clinical settings.
This comprehensive course prepares you to provide recovery-oriented, person-centred support while working collaboratively with health professionals and community services. With a practical Work Placement component, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience, building confidence and competence as a mental health support worker or practitioner.
What you'll learn
You will learn to:
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Support individuals experiencing mental health challenges using recovery-oriented approaches
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Apply trauma-informed and person-centred care principles in mental health settings
Recognise signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and respond appropriately -
Promote wellbeing, resilience, and social inclusion for people with mental health concerns
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Work effectively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary support networks
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Respond to crisis situations safely, including suicide risk and acute distress
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Uphold legal, ethical, and cultural considerations when working in mental health services
Course Units
Core Units
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CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
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CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
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HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
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CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
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CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
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CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional, and physical wellbeing
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CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
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CHCMHS005 Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
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CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
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CHCMHS004 Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
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CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
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CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented mental health services
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CHCMHS010 Implement recovery-oriented approaches to complexity
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CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
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CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Elective Units
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CHCDFV006 Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence
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CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
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CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
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CHCCSL003 Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
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CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
Career Outcomes
Mental Health Support Worker
$65,000–$80,000
Annual salary range
Community Support Worker (Mental Health)
$60,000–$75,000
Annual salary range
Mental Health Outreach Worker
$70,000–$85,000
Annual salary range
Payment options
Pay Upfront and Save
You pay
$5,200
Save $2,800
Spread the Cost
You pay
$64.42 per week
Pay in weekly instalments over the length of your course,
All amounts are in AUD. Speak to our friendly Education Consultants at 1300 009 024 to learn about flexible payment plans
OUR TEAM
IOL Instructors are industry professionals with extensive experience and expertise, dedicated to providing practical, hands-on learning. They are committed to helping students develop the skills to succeed in the impactful and evolving community services industry.
Start Your Diploma of Mental Health Online and Support People Who Need It Most
Mental health is one of the most pressing concerns facing communities across Melbourne and throughout Australia today. If you are passionate about supporting people through their toughest moments, the diploma of mental health online offered through the Institute for Online Learning could be the career-changing step you have been looking for.
Studying the CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health gives you the advanced knowledge, practical skills, and professional confidence to work meaningfully alongside individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Whether you are based in Melbourne's inner suburbs, regional Victoria, or anywhere else in Australia, this fully online qualification lets you study at your own pace without putting your life on hold.
Why Choose a Diploma of Mental Health Online in Australia?
Demand for qualified mental health workers continues to grow across Melbourne and the broader Australian healthcare sector. With more Australians seeking professional support than ever before, there has never been a better time to pursue a diploma of mental health online Australia qualification.
Choosing to study mental health online Australia-wide means you get the flexibility to balance work, family, and life commitments while working towards a nationally recognised credential. No commuting, no rigid timetables, just structured, guided learning you can access from wherever you are in Australia.
Unlike a short certificate in mental health online, this is a full Diploma-level qualification that prepares you for advanced roles in community services and clinical support environments across Melbourne and beyond.
What You Will Learn
This course is designed to give you both the theoretical foundation and the practical readiness to work in complex, real-world mental health settings. Through online mental health training Australia professionals rely on, you will develop skills across:
- Recovery-oriented and person-centred approaches to mental health support
- Trauma-informed care principles and their practical application
- Recognising, assessing, and responding to mental health conditions and crisis situations
- Supporting social inclusion, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
- Collaborating with families, carers, and multidisciplinary health networks
- Navigating the legal, ethical, and cultural responsibilities of mental health work in Australia
A mandatory eight-week Work Placement component is included, giving you hands-on experience in a real mental health setting, a critical step for building career-ready confidence.
Course Units
The CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health includes both core and elective units covering the full scope of mental health support practice.
Core units include:
Work with diverse people, promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety, manage work health and safety, implement trauma-informed care, assess and promote social and emotional wellbeing, provide recovery-oriented mental health services, and more.
Elective units include:
Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence, increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide, and establish and confirm the counselling relationship.
Career Outcomes and Salary Expectations
Graduates of this diploma of mental health online Australia qualification are well-positioned for a range of rewarding roles, including:
- Mental Health Support Worker - $65,000 to $80,000 per year
- Community Support Worker (Mental Health)M - $60,000 to $75,000 per year
- Mental Health Outreach Worker - $70,000 to $85,000 per year
These roles are in growing demand across Melbourne, regional Victoria, and nationally, particularly within community health services, hospitals, and NGO support organisations.
Entry Requirements and Technical Requirements
To enrol in this course, students need sufficient digital literacy to engage with online content, communicate via email and the student portal, and participate in sessions through Microsoft Teams. A laptop or computer and reliable internet access are required.
There are no specific prior qualifications needed, though some experience in community services or health is advantageous. This course is open to learners across Melbourne and all Australian states and territories.
Flexible Payment Options
Completing online mental health courses Australia-wide does not have to be a financial burden. Two payment pathways are available:
- Pay upfront: $5,200 (saving $2,800)
- Weekly instalments:/strong> $64.42 per week over the course duration
Whether you are in Melbourne or a remote part of Australia, flexible study and payment options make this qualification accessible. For tailored advice, speak with an Education Consultant on 1300 009 024.
Enrol in a Certificate in Mental Health Online or Ready to Go Further?
If you have already completed a certificate in mental health online and are ready to take the next step, this Diploma is the natural progression. It builds on foundational knowledge and equips you with the advanced skills needed for senior support roles across Melbourne and throughout Australia.
Enrol today and join a growing community of mental health professionals making a genuine difference in people's lives.