CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health

About the course

This Certificate IV in Mental Health prepares you to support people experiencing mental health issues in community and related settings. You’ll build foundational knowledge and practical confidence to work with clients on recovery goals, including relationship building, collaborative practice and understanding diversity. The course covers mental health recovery approaches, dual diagnosis, service delivery, and legal and ethical considerations in mental health support work. The programme builds patient care fundamentals, clinical assistance skills, and health workplace practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles supporting people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability, delivering recovery-oriented assistance and community-based programs. Work may be in non-government organisations, outreach and home-based support, centre-based programs, residential and respite services, rehabilitation programs, clinical settings, or employment support services. This Certificate IV provides a pathway into mental health support work within the broader health and community services sector.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)