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CHC43315
Study Certificate IV in Mental Health Fee-Free in Perth
Start training for a meaningful career in mental health support. Study with $0 tuition fee through the WA Government Subsidy.
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Fee-Free for eligible WA Job Seekers
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Perth CBD campus attendance required
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9-month course, 2 days per week
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80 hours of work placement
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Pathway to roles such as Mental Health Support Worker, Recovery Support Worker, etc.
*Eligiblity and attendance criteria apply. Fee-Free places are for eligible WA Job Seekers.
Check Your Eligibility & Get Course Guide
Complete the form and a Career Advisor will contact you to confirm your eligibility for the Fee-Free Perth campus study option.
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*You must meet eligibility criteria to qualify. “The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees”. This is a Western Australian government program available to WA residents.
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Study with $0 Tuition Fees if Eligible
TrainSmart Australia is proud to offer the CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health as a Fee-Free WA Government subsidised course for eligible WA Job Seekers, helping to reduce the financial barrier to starting a career pathway in the mental health and community services sector.
Important eligibility notes
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You must be a WA resident
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You must meet the relevant citizenship or visa eligibility requirements
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You must be able to attend scheduled classes 2 days per week
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You can only claim one Jobs & Skills WA subsidy at a time
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Additional fees may apply depending on individual circumstances
*You must meet eligibility criteria to qualify. “The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees”. This is a Western Australian government program available to WA residents.
Course At a Glance
Course Details | Information |
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Qualification | CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health |
Location | 251 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, CBD |
Duration | 9 Months |
Units | 15 |
Work Placement | 80 hours |
Funding | Fee-Free through the WA Government Subsidy |
RTO | TrainSmart Australia, RTO 51771 |
WHY STUDY THE CERTIFICATE IV IN MENTAL HEALTH?
The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health is designed to help students develop the knowledge, practical skills and work experience needed to support people experiencing mental health challenges and support communities.
In just 9 months, you’ll learn how to:
- Work legally and ethically in a diverse community
- Provide support using recovery-oriented approaches
- Apply trauma-informed care principles
- Support self-advocacy and wellbeing
- Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- Work with people experiencing co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues
Explore the full course details in the Course Guide →
*You must meet eligibility criteria to qualify. “The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees”. This is a Western Australian government program available to WA residents.
Study On Campus in Perth
To access the Fee-Free Certificate IV in Mental Health, eligible students must apply under the Job Seeker category and attend scheduled classes at TrainSmart Australia’s Perth CBD campus.
This Fee-Free course is delivered through a structured campus-based timetable, with students required to attend classes 2 days per week. This gives you regular trainer support, face-to-face learning and practical preparation for assessments and work placement. A few units will be delivered via virtual online classes.
Benefits of studying on campus:
- Build practical mental health support skills in trainer-led classes
- Stay motivated with a regular weekly class schedule
- Learn from industry expert trainers alongside other students in a supportive environment
- Receive direct trainer feedback before assessments and placement
Training Delivery
- Mandatory, on-campus, face-to-face classes – 2 Days per Week
- Approx. 9 weeks of classes will be delivered online, through mandatory remote/virtual classes
‘Job Seeker’ is an individual that is currently unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours a week with one or across multiple employers).
Not eligible for Fee-Free? Ask our Career Advisors about other study options.
‘Existng Worker’ is an individual who works 20 hours or more per week with a single or multiple employers.
Students must meet the Jobs & Skills WA eligibility requirements and be able to attend the required Perth campus classes.
- You are an Australian Citizen
- You hold a sub-class 300, 309, 444, 445, 449, 461, 785, 786, 790, or 820 visa
- You are a partner or dependant of a holder of a temporary visa sub-class 188, 457, 482, 489, 491, or 494
- You hold a Bridging Visa E (subclasses 050 and 051) with a valid application for a visa sub-class 785 or 790
- Holders of a Bridging Visa who are eligible to work, and who made a valid application for a visa sub-class 866
Start your meaningful career in the mental health and community services sector.
learn through practical assessments and work placement
Put your learning into practice through realistic assessments and 80 hours of work placement. You’ll build confidence applying mental health support skills in real-world settings, with guidance from TrainSmart’s Work Placement Team.
- 80 hours of required work placement
- Practical assessments based on real support scenarios
- Work placement support to source a suitable placement
- Supported by TrainSmart’s network of 180+ host organisation partnerships
Hear from a Certificate IV in Mental Health graduate about their study experience with TrainSmart.
Is this course right for you?
The CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health is suited to:
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Want to start a career in mental health or community services
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Are a strong listener and want to help others
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Want a practical, job-focused qualification
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Can commit to scheduled Perth campus classes
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Can commit to around 15+ hours of study per week
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Are ready to complete work placement and practical assessments
Possible Career Pathways in Mental Health
Mental Health Support Worker
Mental Health Advocate
Community Support Worker
Peer Worker
Recovery Support Worker
Residential Mental Health Support Worker
Further Studies - Diploma and Bachelor's Degrees
How the Course Works
From application to work placement and graduation, your learning journey is designed to be clear, supported and practical. Each step helps you move closer to completing your qualification and preparing for work in the mental health sector.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Speak with a Career Advisor today and check your eligiblity.
