Graduate Certificate in Case Management and Mental Health
Program code
3404
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
1 year part-time
Credit points
40
Important Notes
This program is scheduled to commence in Trimester 1, 2025
About this program
Gain tools for mental health practice and help people achieve their goals.
This postgraduate program provides mental health practitioners and case managers in diverse practice roles with the skills and knowledge to effectively manage programs that support their clients to achieve personal and system goals, as well as work more effectively with people with injury, disability, mental illness, and their significant others.
This includes a wide range of human service and rehabilitation programs supporting diverse populations with complex needs, assisting clients to obtain and maintain employment and supporting people from diverse backgrounds with injury, disability or mental illness to find new ways to lead fulfilling and satisfying lives.
You will be introduced to the values, theories, frameworks, principles and skills of person-centred planning, case management, and communication skills, and therefore become more efficient at determining individual need and planning, coordinating and procuring a range of appropriate services and supports to promote the goals of diverse clients. You'll also gain an understanding of mental illness, epidemiology and relevant theoretical frameworks, which is vital for informing quality mental health practice.
Industry and expert connections
Within this degree, you will engage with a multidisciplinary cohort of fellow students in this degree in a flexible online learning environment, where you will be exposed to a range of perspectives and have the opportunity to make new professional connections, while under the tutelage of our experienced academic staff.
Flexibility
Study anytime, anywhere - This degree is available online through our Digital campus, giving you more room to fit university with your work and social life.
Pursue further study
The courses in this graduate certificate may be credited towards a related graduate diploma or masters degree. Griffith's innovative Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past, which will give you an idea of what you can expect.
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5625 | Master of Mental Health Practice | Online | |
| 4171 | Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Practice | Online | Exit point only |
| 3404 | Graduate Certificate in Case Management and Mental Health (this program) | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
Note: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
This Graduate Certificate program is offered on a part-time basis via online delivery and is only available to International students studying in their home country or in Australia on a visa other then a student visa.
If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
Managing Study Interruptions
Leave of AbsenceTaking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure
Work-integrated learning
Courses within this degree include work-integrated learning experiences such as: professional practice/work placements, industry projects performed at the university or in a workplace, volunteer work for organisations such as not-for-profit organisations, learning activities within virtual and simulated work environments. To experience this type of learning, you need to enrol in specific courses, such as 7510LFC Community Internship and Partnerships for SDGs, which can be taken as an elective in this program.
My career opportunities
Graduate outcomes
This program can provide you with the knowledge and skills required to transition your career into a new industry. Whether you have existing human services or mental health practice experience or are undergoing a career transition, you will be prepared for effective practice within your own profession and for further studies in rehabilitation counselling, human services or community mental health practice, as this degree offers a pathway for you to continue study with one of our Masters programs in Rehabilitation Counselling, Mental Health Practice, or Human Services.
This course is relevant for people interested in working in allied health and human service settings, including employment services, occupational and insurance-based rehabilitation, community mental health, NDIS related services, community support work, peer work, mental health recovery work, supported housing, and police liaison.
Key employment sectors
- Health Care and Social Assistance
- Public Administration and Safety
- Administrative and Support Services
- Education and Training
- Other Human Services
Potential job outcomes
- Allied health practitioner
- Case manager
- Community worker
- Disabilities services officer
- Family support officer
- Parole and probation officer
- Residential care officer
- Youth worker
- Aged care worker
- Disability care worker
- Various mental health support roles
Pathways to further study
Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Case Management and Mental Health with a grade point average of at least 5.0 may apply for admission to the Master of Rehabilitation Counselling (5578), Master of Mental Health Practice (5625), or Master of Human Services (5604).