Course overview
With ECU Online’s Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing, you will develop foundational skills and knowledge needed to support the mental health outcomes in communities, workplaces and therapeutic contexts. The Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing is an excellent pathway to ECU Online's Master of Mental Health.
Why study a Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing with ECU Online?
Graduate sooner, 100% online
Earn your graduate certificate in as little as six months, studying part-time. Enjoy the freedom of studying 100% online, whether from the comfort of your home, on your commute, or during your lunch break. Stay connected and supported throughout your studies with guidance from expert academics, dedicated Student Success Advisors, and a supportive community of fellow students.
Gain foundational skills
Develop foundational knowledge in mental health, counselling for improved mental health, and Indigenous insights into better mental wellbeing.
Pathway to a Master of Mental Health
Continue your journey in shaping the future of mental health. By completing the Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing, you have the option to study ECU’s Master of Mental Health with credit.
What you will study
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing, you must complete three of the following units:
- Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing
This unit provides a comprehensive understanding of mental health across different populations and life stages, emphasising biopsychosocial and cultural dimensions to equip students with the knowledge to support diverse client needs in evolving mental health care contexts. - Community Approaches to Mental Health
This unit explores mental health care beyond tertiary services, encouraging students to critically examine accessibility social determinate issues across diverse socio-economic backgrounds. - Grounding Self: Cultural Ways of Wellbeing
This unit immerses students in the profound realms of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander models of wellbeing. - Mental Health Counselling
This unit explores the impact of mental health issues on individuals, families, and communities, covering common problems and support strategies. It introduces interventions and assessment tools, emphasising legal and ethical boundaries, and equips students to identify mental health issues, apply evidence-based interventions, and make appropriate referrals for recovery support.
Course information
Admission requirements
To gain entry to the Graduate Certificate of Mental Wellbeing, you will need:
- a bachelor’s degree in any discipline; or
- equivalent prior learning including at least five years of relevant professional experience.
If you would like more information, contact one of our Student Enrolment Advisors on 1300 707 760 or request a call-back.
Still have questions?
Download a course guide or speak with a Student Enrolment Advisor. Our team can assist you with:
- Eligibility & enrolment enquiries
- Course duration & fees
- Flexible entry & study pathways
- How online study will fit with your schedule
