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About the sector

The community managed mental health sector is a key provider of mental health services and supports to people in the community.

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Mental Health Rights Manual

An online guide to help explain your legal and human rights in the mental health and human services systems in New South Wales.

Recovery Oriented Language Guide

Words are important. The language we use and the stories we tell have great significance to all involved.

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Training

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Nationally Recognised Training

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Explore our range of highly regarded training pathways for the mental health workforce.

Mental Health Coordinating Council takes COVID safety seriously. We are now delivering face-to-face training with arrangements to minimise the spread of COVID-19. Please see COVID-Safe Training for details.

Training calendar 2022

Certificate IV in Mental Health – Fast Track

Underpinned by the philosophy of recovery oriented practice, this course aims to build understanding and practical skills in working with people with mental health problems. Course overview The Fast Track option allows workers with at least two years’ professional experience to complete the Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) qualification in just six face-to-face training […]

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Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work – Fast Track

This qualification provides an opportunity to develop your skills and receive a recognised qualification to advance your career in a mental health peer role.

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Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work

This highly popular qualification provides Peer Workers with an opportunity to build on their lived experience and on-the-job experience and receive a nationally recognised qualification in mental health.

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Nationally Recognised Training

Online Course

Duration

1 year

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Certificate IV in Mental Health provides an opportunity for participants tp build their on-the-job experience and receive a nationally recognised qualification in mental health.

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Nationally Recognised Training

Online Course

Duration

1 year