Skill set Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 9:55 PM AWST
23/07/2026 9:55 PM AWST
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Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set
Integrating Mental Health Practice Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
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State Code
AE439
AE439
TGA Status
N/A
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
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
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
Licensing / Regulatory Information
These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualification:
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
- 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
- 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
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC73 | CHCCCS003 | Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUZ56 | HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVB65 | CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVC58 | CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |