Mental Health
Flexible Delivery
Fully online delivery with opportunity to meet with teachers and fellow students.
Study at your own pace
Full-time and part-time study options available to all students.
FEE-HELP & Scholarships
Master of Mental Health
Graduate Diploma
in Mental Health
Graduate Certificate
in Mental Health
Our Mental Health program is one of only a handful in Australia that has been formally accredited by the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN). NTI’s Mental Health courses encompass a contemplative and reflective learning model that encourages students to expand personally, professionally, ethically, compassionately, and academically. We offer mental health postgraduate study for professionals interested in making a difference to the lives of people experiencing mental illness, while taking care of their own wellbeing.
Using a unique combination of scientific evidence, Buddhist philosophy of mind, contemplative practices, and leading-edge learning design, our Mental Health courses provide students with a learning experience that is responsive to student need, while maintaining academic excellence and integrity.
NTI’s mental health educators include professionals from mental health nursing, psychology, Buddhist psychiatry and psychotherapy, art therapy, social sciences, coaching and counselling, and mindfulness. Our program is evidence-based and grounded in the latest research, and students will engage with subjects that are anything but commonplace, such as mindful nature connection, art therapy, psychotherapy and Buddhism, compassion at work and more.
NTI’s mental health program has been designed with the student in mind. While examining academic concepts, scientific research, and modern mental health theories, students will explore personal wellbeing, resilience, self-compassion, self-reflection and mindfulness. Our Mental Health courses provide students with a truly holistic learning experience that will benefit current and future clinical and professional practice, and develop skills that are transferrable to people experiencing mental health challenges.
For Health Practitioners
As a health practitioner, you’ve likely noticed the increasing number of clients presenting with mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges.
With mental health issues on the rise globally, practitioners across all fields are being called upon to address these concerns more frequently. NTI’s Mental Health program offers a unique opportunity to integrate mental health care into your practice through a rich blend of contemplative practices, scientific research, and holistic health approaches.
What sets our program apart is its foundation in Buddhist philosophy, coupled with mindfulness, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed care. This integrative approach allows you to address the whole person—mind and body—offering care that is both compassionate and comprehensive.
We believe that the well-being of practitioners is just as important as the clients they serve. Our program emphasises self-care and resilience-building strategies, equipping you with skills that foster both personal and professional growth.
Designed for those who seek to offer truly holistic and mindful health care, grounded in contemplative pedagogy, NTI’s program offers a pathway to deeper personal insight and professional impact. Whether you’re a naturopath, nutritionist, yoga instructor, physiotherapist, or any other health professional, this program will help you meet the rising mental health needs in your practice with confidence and compassion.
Explore Mental Health Subjects
Below is a list of all the subjects available for Mental Health (MH) enrolments. Access to specific subject requirements will vary depending on the course chosen (i.e. Masters, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate). Please refer to information about specific courses for details on core and elective subject schedules.