Graduate Certificate in Mental Health

About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health at UQ provides an entry point to specialist mental health practice and a pathway into further postgraduate study. You’ll build knowledge of contemporary frameworks for mental health care, including policy, law and service delivery models, alongside clinical skills in assessment and treatment planning. Teaching is delivered by experienced practitioners and researchers in a flexible, part-time format suited to working professionals.

Career outcome

Graduates can use this qualification to strengthen capability for roles supporting mental health care across clinical and community settings. Career pathways may include counsellor, community mental health practitioner, mental health clinician or support worker, patient assessor, health and wellbeing consultant, or mental health services manager. This graduate certificate supports professional development and progression within mental health services and related health organisations.

Living Costs in Herston**

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Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)