Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (IGME)

University of South Australia

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00121B

The Graduate Diploma in Mental Health provides an advanced qualification that qualifies students to provide mental health care for people of all ages and in all settings. Health professionals from a range of different backgrounds learn to provide the practical skills and knowledge needed to assess and deliver care to people experiencing mental health problems and mental illness. Studies explore bio-psychosocial and behavioural sciences, co-morbidity and pharmacology within mental health and legal and ethical aspects of practice.

Structure

36 units.

Subjects

  • Mental Health

Standard entry requirements

Recognised, relevant Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

Study pathways

Students may elect to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Mental Health provided they have successfully completed 18 units of study in the required courses.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
City East No
  • Full-time : 1 year
UniSA Online No
  • Full-time : 1 year

Fee comments

Campuses: City East.

This degree is available to Australian or New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents (including Humanitarian Visa holders).

Further information

This program does not include clinical placements. Registered Nurses wishing to seek employment in the area of Mental Health Nursing should apply for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing.

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