Skill set Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 1:50 PM AWST

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Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set

Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
—
State Code
AE439
TGA Status
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate IV in Mental Health
National Code
CHC43315
State Code
AWK8
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
To equip workers in the community services sector with the skills to assist clients who are experiencing mental health concerns, and respond to the increasing need for Mental Health awareness. The community mental health sector values employees with strong ‘soft’ skills and the capacity to provide person-centred, recovery-focussed care. The skill set provides people who are interested in working in the sector to determine if it is the right fit for them and understand and develop foundational skills for entry into the sector.
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
State
Original TGA Release Date
12/01/2021
Current Release Date
12/01/2021
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
24/06/2021
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
265
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 12/01/2021 N/A Approved
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualification:
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
Licensing / Regulatory Information
These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualification:
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
Skill Set Entry Requirements
A Current Qualification Release or associated Course does not exist.
Target Group
- Entry level
- Existing workers - upskill or reskill
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the Community Services and Health Training Packages will enable workers in these sectors to respond effectively when dealing clients with mental health conditions and also encourage them to focus on personal wellbeing during this process.
General notes
No information