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Diploma of Community Services (Mental Health) (WA only)

CHC52021

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Location
Online
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Study Mode
Online

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Awarded by
Insight Training (RTO: 32142)
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Qualification
Diploma

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Course Fee
Price may vary
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Duration
Will vary depending on your enrolment type

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Start Date
Start Anytime
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Payment Options
Jobs and Skills WA Funding, Payment plan, Upfront payment

About the Course

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About the Course

The CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Mental Health) offered by Insight Training is designed for individuals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the community services sector. With a focus on mental health, this course equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge to manage, coordinate, and deliver person-centred services to individuals and groups. Students will explore critical areas such as crisis response, case management, and the sociological factors affecting community work, ensuring they are well-prepared to support diverse populations effectively.

Throughout the course, learners will engage with twelve core units and a selection of elective units that cover a range of relevant topics, including recovery-oriented mental health services and collaborative care networks. A key component of the program is the requirement to complete 200 hours of supervised work placement, providing students with practical experience in real-world settings. This hands-on approach not only enhances learning but also prepares graduates for various career opportunities, such as case coordinators, community services workers, and family support workers.

Insight Training’s commitment to flexible learning means students can complete the units for this course online, making it easier to balance their studies with personal and professional responsibilities. This course is an excellent pathway for those looking to advance their careers in community services while contributing positively to the mental health landscape. Enquire to learn more.

This course is delivered online via a virtual classroom (day and evening classes are available).

200 hours of work placement is also required.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, it is preferred that students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent.

In this CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Mental Health) course, the subjects students may study include:

Core Units

  • CHCCCS004 – Assess co-existing needs
  • CHCCCS007 – Develop and implement service programs
  • CHCCCS019 – Recognise and respond to crisis situations
  • CHCCSM013 – Facilitate and review case management
  • CHCDEV005 – Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
  • CHCDFV001 – Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  • CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
  • CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  • CHCLEG003 – Manage legal and ethical compliance
  • CHCMGT005 – Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
  • CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  • HLTWHS003 – Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

  • CHCCOM003 – Develop workplace communication strategies
  • 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
  • CHCMHS011 – Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
  • CHCPRP001 – Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
  • CHCCCS017 – Provide loss and grief support
  • CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behaviour

200 hours of work placement is also required.

Why Insight Training?

Since its inception in 2010, Insight Training (RTO 32142) has established itself as one of Western Australia’s most respected vocational education and training providers. With a strong focus on collaboration with industry leaders, Insight Training has successfully guided thousands of students through modern and relevant training programs, enabling them to embark on fulfilling careers in their chosen fields.

Offering a diverse range of online and classroom-based courses, Insight Training covers essential areas such as Aged Care, Early Childhood Education and Care, Community Services, Business & Management, Disability, and Retail. Their campuses in Joondalup, Morley, Rockingham, and Rockingham East are designed to provide a comfortable and motivating learning environment, ensuring that students can thrive in their educational pursuits.

The trainers at Insight Training are not only experienced industry professionals but also passionate educators dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth among their students. This commitment to quality education and support makes Insight Training a valuable partner in the journey towards career advancement.