Undergraduate Certificate in Mental Health and Wellbeing (Workplace and Community)

The Productivity Commission's Inquiry into Mental Health (2020) estimated that mental illness is costing the Australian economy around $70 billion per year, with a further $150 billion per year of associated costs of disability and premature death due to mental illness. It's a staggering toll, but we can change this picture. That's why we've created a course designed for staff, team members, employees, volunteers Leaders in every business and community group or organisation who want to promote mental health and wellbeing and reduce the likelihood of mental illness. We will build your understanding of the key issues and equip you with practical tools to make informed decisions and implement effective strategies, support your own and others' wellbeing

Help build mentally healthy workplaces and communities.

This course is available as an exit award from the following courses, subject to meeting the requirements in the Program of Study:

• BPS Bachelor of Psychological Sciences

• BPSY Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Your career

Graduates will develop mental health and wellbeing literacy, an ability to promote mental health and wellbeing, awareness of the needs of diverse populations regarding mental health and wellbeing, knowledge of managing risk appropriate to one's context and can work ethically and inclusively with others.

This degree prepares graduates for further study in a health-related discipline. Upon completion, students can apply for up to six months of credit towards the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (SATAC code 224651).