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Graduate Diploma

(Mental Health)

The Graduate Diploma in Mental Health offers a holistic perspective on mental health and wellness, delivered in a compassionate and contemplative learning environment.

Contemplative online education – practice self-care while providing compassionate care to others, experience personal development while studying mental health online. Our Mental Health program offers students an embodied, holistic educational experience, with a focus on contemplation, ethics and compassion – unlike any other online Mental Health education offered in Australia and is designed for health professionals interested in making a difference to the lives of people experiencing mental illness, whilst taking care of their own wellbeing.

Mindful and contemplative professional practices are now recognised to be leading the way in personal wellness, while facilitating the mental health recovery of others.

All our courses combine leading-edge professional skills with contemplative, ethical and compassionate personal development and it is these embodied, holistic learning foundations that sets apart education at NTI from other postgraduate education providers.

Course Overview
Head of Program Sylvia Neubacher
Course Duration Full-time 12 months, part-time from 18 months
Delivery Method Online study
Academic Requirements

An Australian Bachelor’s degree or higher, with a major in a relevant field, such as nursing, psychology, social work, counselling or related health care roles. Applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis from other disciplines such as social sciences, liberal arts or education, and must include a 500-word personal statement articulating the applicant’s motivations, goals and how their background prepares them for the program.

OR

An overseas qualification equivalent to an Australian Bachelor’s degree or higher, with a major in a relevant health sciences field, such as mursing, psychology, social work, counselling or related health care roles. Applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis from other disciplines such as social sciences, liberal arts or education, and must include a 500-word personal statement articulating the applicant’s motivations, goals and how their backrgound prepares them for the program.

The Mental Health Program may require an interview as part of the application process, particularly for:
– Applicants from non-health science backgrounds
– Cases where additional information is needed to make an admission decision
The interview will be conducted by the Head of Program or designated Faculty Member and will assess the applicant’s suitability for the program, understanding of the field, and alignment with program goals. Interviews may be conducted in person, via video conference, or by phone, depending on circumstances.
Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email with further instructions.
Please note that an interview does not guarantee admission to the program.

English Language Requirements

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Applicants who have not completed substantial tertiary studies in English will need to meet our English Language Requirements.

Please note: Although this course does not directly lead to a registration as a health professional, on completion of this course, those wishing to register as a health professional in Australia will also need to satisfy the AHPRA requirement of an overall IELTS score of 7.

Related Courses Master of Mental Health
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health
Tuition Fees Domestic $22,000
International $27,200
*A one-off enrolment fee of $100 applies, payable once you have been accepted into a course. Applies to Mental Health students only.
*FEE-HELP available to eligible Australian citizens
Tuition fees, non-tuition fees, and refunds are governed by NTI’sFees, Charges and Refunds Policy
Non-Tuition Fees More about non-tuition fees
CRICOS Course Code 0100334
CRICOS Provider Number 03233C

 

Course Structure
The course can be completed within two (2) semesters of full-time study and three (3) or more semesters of part-time study. The Graduate Diploma in Mental Health qualification requires the completion of 8 subjects (for a total of 48 credit points).

Core Subjects

Note: Not all core subjects are offered in each semester. Please consult the timetable or Student Services for advice. 

NTI800 Critical Inquiry
MH801 Mind-Body Wellness
HSW905 Compassion at Work
MH914 Mental Health and Wellness
MH903 Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
MH912 Coaching and Counselling for Health and Wellbeing
MH913 Older Person’s Mental Health
MH916 Healing Traditions: Buddhism and Psychotherapy

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