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Mental health underpins how we think, work and relate to others, yet close to half of all Australians are expected to encounter mental health issues in their lives.
Left unaddressed, mental health issues can lead to serious outcomes like job loss, relationship breakdowns, homelessness, and physical illness.
Australia’s mental health workforce is under pressure, with just over 62,000 registered workers in 2020 — far fewer than needed to meet rising demand for care.
Breakthru College’s mental health courses provide the practical training and knowledge needed to begin a rewarding career in this essential sector.
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.
Learn from professionals with extensive sector experience who bring practical insight to every lesson. We support you not just in gaining a qualification, but in shaping a career that makes a real impact.
Breakthru College is proud to be one of the few training providers officially recognised by the Department of Education as a High-Performing Provider.
Our status reflects our dedication to excellent training, strong student outcomes, and career readiness. With Breakthru College, you’re backed by a provider known for results.
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.
With real-world knowledge, practical guidance, and a passion for teaching, our trainers ensure you’re supported and workplace-ready from the very beginning.
Breakthru College is known for more than qualifications; students value our inclusive and encouraging environment.
We foster a learning environment where every student feels supported and empowered. It’s no surprise many return or refer others to Breakthru College.
For those with empathy and compassion, mental health support offers a rewarding way to improve lives and build community wellbeing.
Our nationally recognised courses give you the practical skills and knowledge needed for a fulfilling role in mental health—at any stage of your career.
This course provides an introduction to the mental health sector and prepares you for work in settings like residential services, clinical environments, and employment programs.
This course suits people with lived experience of mental health who are looking to work across diverse support contexts such as public, private, or community-managed services.
Gain practical skills and insight to support trauma-affected individuals with this expert-developed short course.
This course teaches you how to assist those experiencing or at risk of poor mental health. Through Mental Health First Aid, you’ll learn to provide initial support to adults facing mental illness or crisis, much like physical first aid, until professional help is available.
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.
Online courses for learners in Penrith are now open for enrolment.
Nationally recognised qualifications such as Certificate IV usually run for 12 to 24 months, depending on your mode of delivery.
While both qualifications open doors in the mental health field, they serve different purposes. The Certificate IV in Mental Health equips students with in-depth support skills, whereas the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work draws on personal lived experience to help others in similar situations.
Our mental health courses include practical placements where you’ll apply your knowledge in real service settings. With support from experienced professionals, you’ll build confidence and skills before stepping into the workforce.
After completing a course at Breakthru College, you may be eligible to pursue further study at diploma or degree level.
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.
Eligible students may have access to subsidised training through programs such as Skills Assure Funding in Queensland and Smart and Skilled Funding in New South Wales. If subsidies don’t apply, flexible payment plans—weekly, fortnightly, or monthly—are available.
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.
