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Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
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Exclusive Bonus: Premium Job Recruitment Access
When you enrol in this course you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus—premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.
The CHC43515 Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work qualifies you for a range of roles in Australia's expanding mental health workforce, including the following:
Please note that these figures are approximate and may vary depending on factors such as location, experience, and the specific employer. Salary ranges are sourced from Seek.com.au, Ethical Jobs, and SCHADS Award schedules, 2025–2026.
Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
When you enrol in this course, you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus, premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.
In addition to the premium recruitment service, this course provider also has an affiliation with Hader Clinics, which operate mental health and drug & alcohol recovery treatment centres throughout Australia. As part of the post-graduation process, students may have access to various employment opportunities through Harder Clinics.
As part of this program, you will also receive:
This course is eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL considers the knowledge and skills you have gained through previous education and work history, and attributes these toward your enrolled qualification. This may be through formal or informal training, and can result in credits that reduce the time needed to complete your studies. To find out more, submit an enquiry to speak with a course advisor.
To ensure that learners can fully participate in the course and meet all requirements, the following entry conditions apply:
The requirements for this qualification include a minimum of 80 hours of work placement to achieve the course outcomes for the following unit of competency:
Through partnerships with SkillTrack, Hogan Care, and HDA, you’ll receive a guaranteed work placement matched to your location and goals. Any placement required for the course will be arranged for you by these partners; no need to organise it yourself.
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Turn Your Compassion Into A Career In Mental Health In Australia
Have you been through your own mental health journey and found yourself wanting to use that experience to help others through theirs?
You know what it feels like to struggle, to ask for help, and to find your way through. That experience doesn't just make you empathetic. In Australia's growing mental health sector, it makes you exactly what the workforce needs.
The CHC43515 Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work is a nationally recognised qualification that turns your story into a real career. It's built for people who've been through mental health challenges and are ready to use that experience to support others in a meaningful and professional way.
During the course, you'll build the skills to work confidently in Australia's mental health sector, including:
Elective units let you focus on the area that matters most to you, whether that's crisis support, alcohol and other drugs, NDIS peer support, or consumer mental health.
Before you graduate, you'll also complete 80 hours of guaranteed work placement in a real mental health setting. Your placement is arranged for you and matched to your location, so you finish the course with hands-on experience already behind you.
The opportunity is real, and it's growing. Government investment in mental health is at an all-time high, peer worker roles are being created across hospitals, community services, and NDIS providers, and there are not enough qualified people to fill them. That gap is your opportunity.
The demand is real, the roles are rewarding, and the difference you can make is profound. If you're ready to turn what you've been through into a career built on purpose and genuine connection, this is where it starts.
“I have been completing a Cert IV in Mental Health with Hader for the last 4 months. It has been very enjoyable with Cayan as my trainer. The Zoom classes are structured well. Cayan brings a lot of experience and makes the interactive classes engaging. The online portal to access learning materials and assessments is easy to use. Would highly recommend.” - Cameron W.
“I have found Hader Institute of Education to be flexible when it comes to study pace and scheduling, which has made all the difference for me. Every trainer, assessor, and admin staff member I've interacted with has been fantastic: always supportive and helpful. Olivia, in particular, has been incredibly encouraging, who made the process of enrolling in the Cert IV in Mental Health so much easier, which I really appreciated as I was quite hesitant at first. I’m now working towards having both my Cert IV in AOD and Mental Health, and feel much more confident. Thank you so much, Olivia, and the whole team at Hader!” - Anna H.
“Absolutely loving the Cert 4 in Mental Health. It's fantastic having a trainer like Syndi Grambau with her own lived experience, who's passion to help is evident whilst also ensuring a safe/non-judgmental learning environment. A great mix of practical application and online modules. I can tell I'll be fully ready to heal and empower clients next year.” - Seb H.
“I am coming to end of my Cert IV in Mental Health studies and have found all the staff to be extremely helpful and supportive of the students. I have enjoyed the classes and learnt so much over the past year. A special mention to Trish the Program Coordinator who is extremely responsive to any queries and genuinely wants the best for the students.” - Lauren S.
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