Master of Mental Health
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M
This course aims to provide you with a deeper understanding of mental health, through systematic analysis and reflection on the relationships between theory and clinical practice. It offers you strong evidence-based learning, supported by clinical skill development and life-long skills. Please note that you have the option of exiting early from the degree with either a Graduate Certificate or a Graduate Diploma. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.
Structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Mental Health, students must complete 180 credit points in total consisting of: 180 credit points core subjects
Subjects
- First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
- Advanced Mental Health Practice
- Comprehensive Mental Health Assessment
- Considerations in Treatment, Recovery and Service Delivery
- Experiences and Perceptions of Mental Illness
- Mental Health Diagnosis
- Talk Based Therapies
- Therapeutic Pharmacology
- Therapeutic Skills
Standard entry requirements
Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Successful completion of an Australian bachelor
Study pathways
All students must enrol in the Master's program, but may choose to exit early and receive either a Graduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma.
Further information
Students may be eligible for institutional credit - please contact the Faculty for more information. This course is offered via a flexible online delivery mode. This caters to students who work and live in rural or remote areas, live interstate or may otherwise not be in a position to attend face to face lectures or tutorials. All online subjects require broadband internet access. Please contact the course coordinator for more information. Course coordinator Kate Emond: k.emond@latrobe.edu.au T: (03) 5448 9119