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How we feel, connect and function each day is deeply influenced by mental health — and nearly one in two Australian adults will experience mental health concerns during their life.
Mental health struggles can have far-reaching effects — from family breakdowns and unemployment to self-harm and chronic health problems.
The growing demand for mental health care highlights the need for more professionals. With just over 62,000 registered in 2020, Australia falls short of what’s needed to support the population.
A mental health qualification from Breakthru College can give you the skills and confidence to enter this vital field and create meaningful change.
Breakthru College—part of the Royal Rehab Group, a trusted not-for-profit providing health and disability services—offers training that’s informed by real-life practice.
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 hold official recognition from the Department of Education as a High-Performing Provider.
It’s a recognition of our focus on high-quality education, student support, and preparing graduates for real-world roles. Breakthru College offers a track record you can rely on.
At Breakthru College, we understand that each learner is unique.
Our flexible, student-focused approach includes personalised support, tailored resources, and help with digital tools—so you can thrive whether you study online or on campus.
With decades of industry experience, our trainers have worked extensively across aged care, disability, and healthcare.
You’ll learn from passionate professionals who offer real examples, practical insight, and a commitment to your success from the start. It’s learning that goes beyond the classroom.
Students choose Breakthru College not just for the qualifications, but for our warm, inclusive, and supportive environment.
We value every student as an individual and create an environment that builds confidence, inspiration, and growth. Many return for further study or refer others—proof of the impact we make.
A career in mental health support is a meaningful path for compassionate individuals to make a real difference in people's lives and support stronger communities.
Whether you’re beginning your career or building on your experience, Breakthru College’s nationally recognised courses equip you for success in mental health.
Designed for those entering the sector, this course supports mental health care work in residential, clinical, and employment program settings.
Designed for individuals with direct or indirect experience of mental health, this course prepares you to support others in a range of service environments.
Gain practical skills and insight to support trauma-affected individuals with this expert-developed short course.
Understand how to support people facing mental health difficulties. Mental Health First Aid training prepares you to offer immediate help to adults dealing with mental illness or crisis situations, bridging the gap until professional services take over.
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 NSW may be eligible to have all or part of their course fees subsidised using the Smart & Skilled State Government funding scheme.
Start with a $200 deposit, then pay as little as $42.89 per week for 12 months.
Enroly today in our online mental health courses from Milsons Point.
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.
These two qualifications both prepare you for work in mental health, but with different focuses. The Certificate IV in Mental Health delivers a general skillset for providing care, while the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work is for people who want to use their own experiences to guide and support others.
Through supervised placements in mental health or care services, you’ll gain hands-on experience that helps bridge the gap between study and employment.
These courses may provide a pathway into higher education, such as diploma or university-level programs.
To have past experience recognised, students must enrol in a qualification and complete the RPL form included in the Learner Handbook. An administration fee of $250 applies to each unit.
Breakthru College, a registered training organisation, offers online mental health qualifications, providing a flexible study option for those who prefer to learn remotely rather than on campus.
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.
Breakthru College offers mental health training that can lead to meaningful roles in a thriving field. Reach out today to see how we can assist with your career goals.
