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Course Information

Master of Mental Health

Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code O11

There is a growing recognition of the importance of mental health in our workplaces and communities, which is driving the need for professionals with expert knowledge and skills to support mental wellbeing. Through the Master of Mental Health, students gain a deep understanding of evidence-based practices, explore cultural competency, navigate legal and ethical aspects of mental health and wellbeing, and delve into trauma-informed care. Supported to design interventions, foster leadership in workplaces, and conduct research on real-world mental health issues, this program empowers students to make a significant impact on individual and community wellbeing.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Critically analyse and apply a complex body of interdisciplinary, evidence-based mental health knowledge to understand and support mental health outcomes in a variety of professional roles and contexts.
2. Apply critical thinking, creativity and digital literacy skills to research, evaluate and propose inclusive, holistic, culturally responsive and ethical initiatives to support mental health in professional contexts.
3. Apply effective communication and collaboration skills to contribute effectively to improved mental health outcomes for clients, communities and workplaces.
4. Use high level self-management, reflective practice and research skills to engage in self-care, independent learning and substantial mental health intervention projects.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 6)

• Bachelor degree; or
• Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to are required to meet the published entry requirements. Alternatively, applicants may apply with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a related field, for example, Mental Health Support, Community Mental Health, or Workplace Mental Health. Successful applicants with a Bachelor degree, or higher, with significant coursework in a related field may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning (up to 60 credit points). Degrees with significant coursework (ie. a major) include: Social Work, Community and Human Services, Psychology, Counselling, and Human Resource Management.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 1.5 Years
• Part Time: 3 Years

Course Delivery

• Online: Full Time, Part Time

Non standard timetable requirements

Units are delivered using an Accelerated Online delivery model in 8-week study periods.

Course Coordinator

Dr Aarthi GANAPATHY

Course Structure

Students must complete 180 credit points: