Entry Requirements
Successful enrolment into this course requires participants to be able to successfully complete a language Literacy and Numeracy test or have the equivalent knowledge and understanding at a minimum Year 10 standard
Course Requirements
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all 11 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.
Career Outcomes
Youth Justice Officer
Youth Support Worker
Child Safety Officer
Entry Level Case Worker
Family Support Worker
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work is undertaken in a range of community contexts such as community based non-government organisations; home based outreach; centre-based programs; respite care; residential services, rehabilitation programs; clinical settings; or supporting people in employment. Work is carried out autonomously under the broad guidance of other practitioners and professionals.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Core Units
CHCDIV001
CHCDIV002
CHCLEG001
CHCMHS002
CHCMHS003
CHCMHS004
CHCMHS005
CHCMHS007
CHCMHS008
CHCMHS011
HLTWHS001
Work with diverse people
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
Work legally and ethically
Establish self-directed recovery relationships
Provide recovery oriented mental health services
Work collaboratively with the care network and other services
Provide services to people with coexisting mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues
Work effectively in trauma informed care
Promote and facilitate self advocacy
Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective Units
CHCCCS019
CHCDFV001
CHCPRP003
CHCCCS007
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Develop and implement service programs
PAYMENT OPTIONS
No matter what your circumstances, Star College Australia 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.
Funding and Subsidies
Government funding or subsidies may be applicable for your enrolment in this course.
Please connect with our team to discuss what options may be available to you
Upfront Payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or funding program.
