Graduate Certificate in Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing Online

What you will study

To complete the Graduate Certificate in Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing, you must take the equivalent of 40 units. Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth 10 units.

Core courses

Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program.

• Responding to Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace (five units)
• Basic Counselling Skills for the Workplace (five units)
• Introduction to Mental Health
• Fostering Healthy Organisations

Course list

Choose 10 units from the following course list.

• Workplace Diversity and Mental Health (five units)
• Indigenous Australians: Social Emotional Wellbeing in the Workplace (five units)
• Trauma-resilient Workplaces: Responding to Traumatic Events and Disasters (five units)
• Supporting Change: Mental Health and Wellbeing in Workplaces (five units)
• Psychosocial risk and resilience in the workplace (five units)
• Supporting Staff Experiencing Mental Health Challenges (five units)

Entry requirements

Admission to the program will be available for applicants who have one of the following:

• An AQF 7 Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent)
• AQF 6 Associate Degree (or equivalent)
• AQF 5 Diploma (or equivalent) plus one year of relevant organisational experience
• At least three years of relevant organisational experience

To be considered for admission based wholly or partly on professional experience, applicants must demonstrate that their professional expertise involves paid employment or volunteer roles related to Human Resources, Occupational Health and Safety, Workplace Safety and/or leadership, management or team supervision.

English language requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. The English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy contains further information regarding English language proficiency requirements. Contact the university for more details.

• IELTS Overall Minimum: 6.5
• IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6

Contact the university for more information.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have previously studied or have relevant work experience, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning. If your application is successful, you can reduce the number of courses you need to study, saving you time and money. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will demonstrate:

• Basic knowledge of theoretical and research principles to analyse contemporary developments in mental health practice.
• The skills to recognise the social, cultural, biological and interpersonal influences on mental health.
• Skills to recognise mental health information to formulate and implement appropriate strategies for assessment, intervention and risk management in real-world settings.
• The ability to demonstrate practical interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity regarding mental health through communication and cultural responsiveness with diverse populations.
• The skills to effectively communicate ideas and concepts on mental health to various audiences and organisations.
• The knowledge and ability to recognise values, ethical standards and legislative frameworks relevant to mental health in real-world settings.
• Skills to engage in systematic thinking to solve mental health and well-being challenges in diverse settings.
• Knowledge and ability to engage in self-reflective professional practice, considering the impact of their values and beliefs.
• The ability and skills to reflect on the effectiveness of their professional practice, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where needed.
• Operate within the boundaries of their professional competence, consult with peers or other relevant sources where appropriate and refer to relevant mental health practitioners where appropriate.

Career outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates may progress within their existing industries or may take on roles specific to mental health and wellbeing.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $17,632 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 40 units (normally four courses) per semester or year.

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

• The number of courses studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of courses.
• Credit from previous study or work experience.
• Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university program.