Three ICOES-accredited, CPD-endorsed courses in one bundle, study online at your own pace and gain practical skills for a career in mental health support.
Three ICOES-accredited, CPD-endorsed courses in one bundle, study online at your own pace and gain practical skills for a career in mental health support.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Topic 1Psychology Fundamentals – An IntroductionTopic 2The Nature and Scope of PsychologyTopic 3The Neurological Basis of BehaviourTopic 4Environmental Effects on BehaviourTopic 5Consciousness and PerceptionTopic 6PersonalityTopic 7Needs, Drives and MotivationTopic 8Psychological DevelopmentTopic 9StressTopic 10Abnormal BehaviourTopic 11Individual BehaviourTopic 12Group BehaviourTopic 13Methods of Dealing with Psychological ProblemsTopic 14Conflict ResolutionTopic 15Interpersonal Communication SkillsTopic 16Learning Specific Skills (Counselling)Topic 17Listening and BondingTopic 18ReflectionTopic 19QuestioningTopic 20Interview TechniquesTopic 21Changing Beliefs and NormalisingTopic 22Finding SolutionsTopic 23Ending the CounsellingTopic 24The Counselling SessionTopic 25Focusing on the PresentTopic 26Telephone CounsellingTopic 27Dealing with CrisisTopic 28Problem-Solving Techniques I – AggressionTopic 29Problem-Solving Techniques II – DepressionTopic 30Problem Solving Techniques III – Grief and LossTopic 31Problem-Solving Techniques IV – SuicideTopic 32Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy I: Freud, Erikson & JungTopic 33Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy II: AdlerTopic 34Humanistic / Existential Approaches I: Gestalt TherapyTopic 35Humanistic / Existential Approaches IITopic 36Rational Emotive Behavioural TherapyTopic 37Behavioural TherapyTopic 38Solution-Focussed CounsellingTopic 39Cognitive Behavioural TherapyTopic 40Understanding Counselling Ethics & ConfidentialityTopic 41Understanding the SelfTopic 42Emotions and BehaviourTopic 43SupervisionTopic 44Referral PracticeTopic 45Introduction to Child PsychologyTopic 46The Newborn InfantTopic 47States and Senses of the InfantTopic 48LearningTopic 49Emotions and Socialisation (Child)Topic 50Cognitive DevelopmentTopic 51Language DevelopmentTopic 52IntelligenceTopic 53Socialisation – Part ATopic 54MoralityTopic 55Child SexualityTopic 56Socialisation – Part BTopic 57Introduction – Theories of Human DevelopmentTopic 58Life CrisesTopic 59Physical Development (Adolescent)Topic 60Intellectual Development (Adolescent)Topic 61Emotional Development (Adolescent)Topic 62Sexuality in AdolescenceTopic 63Social Development (Adolescent)Topic 64Moral Development (Adolescent)Topic 65Adolescence and the Transition to AdulthoodTopic 66Introduction to Mental HealthTopic 67Risk and Protective Factors (Mental Health)Topic 68Stress (Mental Health)Topic 69Helping Yourself and OthersTopic 70Mental Health in the WorkplaceTopic 71Suicide Risk and InterventionTopic 72Recognise and Respond to Domestic ViolenceTopic 73Aged Care and Support ServicesTopic 74Psychotherapeutic and Pharmacological Treatments in Mental HealthTopic 75Ethical Responsibilities of Mental Health ProfessionalsWhat you’ll typically need to get started.
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Courses are accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council (IARC). Note: these are not AQF nationally recognised qualifications.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout your studies, provided by tutors with backgrounds in psychology, counselling, and education.
Study entirely online, whenever suits you, with 24 months of access to course materials and approximately 500 hours of content spread across three qualifications.
Upon enrolment, gain instant access to the Career Centre including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation resources, and a five-step job success process.
On completion, receive a free 12-month student membership to the International Association for Counselling (IAC), including access to thousands of counselling articles through the IAC Journal and networking opportunities.
Upon completion, verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Upon successfully completing your course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy recognising your hard work and serving as an industry-accredited qualification.
Optional upgrade to the Career Success Bundle offering expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven strategies for job and career success.
Free 12-month student membership to the IAC upon completion, including access to thousands…
The Career Academy is an online education provider helping 25,000+ students each year. They offer 100% online, self-paced courses with a 10-day money back guarantee, flexible payment plans (e.g. $25 per week), and unlimited 24/7 support via email and phone. Courses are industry-accredited and cover areas including psychology and counselling, medical reception, bookkeeping, dog grooming, and more. Student stories highlight career changers and upskilling across diverse industries.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This bundle covers psychology foundations, youth counselling principles, and mental health support skills across approximately 500 hours of online content. Students explore therapeutic communication, youth development, crisis support, and mental health frameworks, practical knowledge suited to community and support settings.
Delivered by The Career Academy, the bundle is accredited by ICOES (International Council for Online Educational Standards) and endorsed by the CPD Standards Office. On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement, a SEEK Pass verified credential to share with employers, and a free 12-month student membership to the International Association for Counselling (IAC).
The course suits career changers, support workers, and anyone building knowledge in mental health or youth work. With 24 months of access and unlimited tutor support during business hours, students set their own study schedule around work and life commitments.
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