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From relationships to wellbeing, mental health shapes how we live. Yet, almost half of all Australian adults — around 7.3 million people — will experience mental health struggles in their lifetime.
Left unaddressed, mental health issues can lead to serious outcomes like job loss, relationship breakdowns, homelessness, and physical illness.
As more Australians seek support, the shortage of mental health workers is a growing concern. In 2020, around only 62,000 qualified workers were registered nationwide — well below what’s required.
Prepare for a career that matters with hands-on mental health training from Breakthru College.
Breakthru College—proudly part of the Royal Rehab Group—delivers training shaped by the organisation’s real-world leadership in health and disability care.
With extensive industry expertise, our trainers guide you through hands-on learning that prepares you for real roles in mental health support. We’re here to help you build a career, not just earn a certificate.
Breakthru College is proud to be one of the few training providers officially recognised by the Department of Education as a High-Performing Provider.
This acknowledgement highlights our ongoing commitment to quality, support, and job-focused outcomes. Breakthru College is a provider with a proven history of success.
At Breakthru College, we understand that each learner is unique.
We offer a flexible, learner-centred approach with customised resources and digital support—helping you build confidence and skills for online or on-campus study.
Our trainers bring decades of professional experience in the aged care, disability, and healthcare sectors.
They bring real-world insights, practical examples, and genuine passion to every session. You’ll gain workplace-ready knowledge from trainers who are supportive and committed to your success from day one.
Students come to Breakthru College for the credentials and stay for the genuine support and sense of belonging.
Each student is valued as an individual, with a supportive space that encourages growth and confidence. Many go on to study with us again or recommend us to others.
For those with empathy and compassion, mental health support offers a rewarding way to improve lives and build community wellbeing.
Breakthru College offers nationally recognised training designed to support both new and experienced professionals in the mental health field.
Designed for those entering the sector, this course supports mental health care work in residential, clinical, and employment program settings.
If you have personal or carer experience with mental health, this course offers a pathway to roles in various support settings including government and community services.
Created by industry experts, this course gives you the tools to effectively support people with lived experiences of trauma.
Gain the skills to assist individuals at risk of or experiencing poor mental health. Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to provide early support to adults developing mental illness or facing a mental health crisis, offering help until professional care is received.
The qualification will support individuals in professions at risk of developing mental illness, enabling workplaces to develop practical, evidence-based action plans until appropriate professional help is received.
Australian residents living in QLD may be eligible to have all or part of their course fees subsidised using the Skills Assure State Government funding scheme.
Start with a $200 deposit, then pay as little as $42.89 per week for 12 months.
Expressions of interest for upcoming online courses accessible in Atherton are now open.
Course length depends on the qualification you choose. Certificate IV courses typically take between 12 and 24 months, based on whether you study full-time or part-time.
Both courses offer pathways into mental health support roles, but they differ in intent. The Certificate IV in Mental Health provides a structured approach to client care, while the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work centres on using personal experience to connect with and assist clients and carers.
Through supervised placements in mental health or care services, you’ll gain hands-on experience that helps bridge the gap between study and employment.
After completing a course at Breakthru College, you may be eligible to pursue further study at diploma or degree level.
Those with suitable work history can apply for RPL after enrolling, using the application form provided in the Learner Handbook. Each unit assessed through RPL incurs a $250 administration fee.
Yes, Breakthru College is a registered training organisation that delivers mental health courses online. This flexible format allows you to study from anywhere, at your own pace, without needing to attend a training centre.
Students who meet eligibility requirements can receive subsidised training through Queensland’s Skills Assure or New South Wales’ Smart and Skilled programs. For those not covered, payment options are offered on a weekly, fortnightly, or monthly basis.
If you live in Queensland, you can visit the QLD Government website to check your eligibility.
NSW residents can visit the NSW Government Smart and Skilled page to check eligibility criteria.
A mental health qualification with Breakthru College can lead to rewarding opportunities in a growing sector. Contact us today to explore how we can support your career journey.
