CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health
Course completion requirements
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Total number of units = 15
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11 core units and;
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4 elective units
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Core units
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented 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 drugs issues
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCMHS008 Promote and facilitate self advocacy
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
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Elective units
CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
Summary
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.
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To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 80 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
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Duration
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15 units are delivered over 52 weeks:
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42 weeks of classes and tutorials
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6 weeks work placement
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4 weeks holiday breaks
Total course duration can vary depending on the individuals existing knowledge, experience & commitments.
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $3,000.00
Non- Tuition Fee: $0.00
Total Fee: $3,000.00
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HLT47321 Certificate IV in Health Administration
Course completion requirements
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Total number of units = 15
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9 core units
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6 elective units
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Core units
BSBMED305 Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
HLTADM010 Facilitate a coordinated approach to client care
HLTCCD003 Use medical terminology in health care
HLTINF007 Implement and monitor infection prevention and control standards, policies and procedures
HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
Elective units
BSBOPS404 Implement customer service strategies
BSBOPS504 Manage business risk
HLTADM011 Manage health billing and accounting system
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
Summary
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in operational or team leading roles in health administration.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Duration
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15 units are delivered over 52 weeks:
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Total course duration can vary depending on the individuals existing knowledge, experience & commitments.
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $3,000.00
Non- Tuition Fee: $0.00
Total Fee: $3,000.00
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CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health
Course completion requirements
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Total number of units = 20
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15 core units
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5 elective units
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Core units
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCMHS002 Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 Provide recovery oriented 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 drugs issues
CHCMHS009 Provide early intervention, health prevention and promotion programs
CHCMHS010 Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity
CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
CHCMHS012 Provide support to develop wellness plans and advanced directives
CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
Electives Units:
CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
CHCCSL002 Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills
CHCCSL003 Facilitate the counselling relationship and process
CHCCSL007 Support counselling clients in decision-making processes
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
Summary
This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide services to clients in relation to mental health issues. They can provide counselling, referral, advocacy and education/health promotion services. These workers are required to have high level specialist knowledge, skills and competencies especially in regard to laws affecting people with mental health issues, the range of services available to them and health issues related to mental health.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
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Duration
20 units are delivered over 78 weeks of training:
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Total course duration can vary depending on the individuals existing knowledge, experience & commitments.
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $4,000.00
Non- Tuition Fee: $0.00
Total Fee: $4,000.00
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HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Course completion requirements
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Elements describe the essential outcomes
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Respond to an emergency situation.
1.1. Recognise and assess an emergency situation.
1.2. Ensure safety for self, bystanders and casualty.
1.3. Assess the casualty and recognise the need for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
1.4. Seek assistance from emergency services.
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2. Perform CPR procedures.
2.1. Perform CPR in accordance with the ARC guidelines.
2.2. Display respectful behaviour towards casualty.
2.3. Operate an automated external defibrillator (AED) according to manufacturers' instructions.
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3. Communicate details of the incident.
3.1. Accurately convey incident details to emergency services.
3.2. Report details of incident in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures.
3.3. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies.
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4. Review the incident.
4.1. Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required.
4.2. Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required.
Summary
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.
This unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide CPR, in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
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This is delivered as a standalone unit.
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Learning Outcomes
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including:
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performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor
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following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock
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demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions
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responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting
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handing over to emergency services
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providing an accurate verbal report of the incident
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reviewing the incident
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including:
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performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface.
Duration
1 Day
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $150.00
Non- Tuition Fee: $0.00
Total Fee: $150.00
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Course completion requirements
Elements describe the essential outcomes
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Respond to an emergency situation.
1.1. Recognise and assess an emergency situation.
1.2. Ensure safety for self, bystanders and casualty.
1.3. Assess the casualty and recognise the need for first aid response.
1.4. Seek assistance from emergency services.
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2. Apply appropriate first aid procedures.
2.1. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in accordance ARC guidelines.
2.2. Provide first aid in accordance with established first aid principles.
2.3. Display respectful behaviour towards casualty.
2.4. Obtain consent from casualty where possible.
2.5. Use available resources and equipment to make the casualty as comfortable as possible.
2.6. Operate first aid equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions.
2.7. Monitor the casualty’s condition and respond in accordance with first aid principles.
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3. Communicate details of the incident.
3.1. Accurately convey incident details to emergency services.
3.2. Report details of incident in line with appropriate workplace or site procedures.
3.3. Complete applicable workplace or site documentation, including incident report form.
3.4. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of information in line with statutory or organisational policies.
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4. Review the incident.
4.1. Recognise the possible psychological impacts on self and other rescuers and seek help when required.
4.2. Contribute to a review of the first aid response as required.
Summary
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
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The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
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This is delivered as a stand alone unit.
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Learning Outcomes
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, breathing casualty including appropriate positioning to reduce the risk of airway compromise
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing adult, including:
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performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (5 cycles of both compressions and ventilations) on an adult resuscitation manikin placed on the floor
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following the prompts of an automated external defibrillator (AED) to deliver at least one shock
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demonstrating a rotation of single rescuer operators with minimal interruptions to compressions
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responding appropriately in the event of regurgitation or vomiting
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managed, in line with ARC guidelines, the unconscious, non-breathing infant, including:
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performing at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted single rescuer CPR (5 cycles both compressions and ventilations) on an infant resuscitation manikin placed on a firm surface
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managed casualties, with the following:
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anaphylaxis
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asthma
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non-life-threatening bleeding
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choking
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envenomation, using pressure immobilisation
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fractures, dislocations, sprains and strains, using appropriate immobilisation techniques
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minor wound cleaning and dressing
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nosebleed
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shock
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responded to at least one simulated first aid incident contextualised to the candidate’s workplace or community setting, where the candidate has no knowledge of the casualty’s condition prior to starting treatment, including:
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identifying the casualty’s illness or injury through history, signs and symptoms
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using personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
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providing appropriate first aid treatment
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conveying incident details to emergency services or advising casualty on any required post incident action
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providing an accurate verbal and written report of the incident
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reviewing the incident.
Duration
1 Day
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $200.00
Non- Tuition Fee: $0.00
Total Fee: $200.00