Recognised by governments, private healthcare providers, and the public, mental health care is acknowledged as an area requiring significant development and expansion, particularly in the recruitment and retention of highly trained health professionals.
UNSW's new Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice offers flexible, online training for health professionals. With a focus on interdisciplinary learning guided by leading researchers, it addresses the growing need for skilled mental health practitioners.
The Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health within UNSW’s Medicine & Health faculty has a distinguished academic history, excelling in both research and education across postgraduate mental health degrees. Collaborations with renowned institutes ensure our students learn from cutting-edge knowledge in mental health care. The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice emphasises patient-centred care, ethical practice and community impact.
Join one of the world’s top medical faculties, UNSW's Medicine & Health faculty is ranked equal 54th globally and is within the top five medical faculties in Australia.*
*QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024
The Graduate Certificate of Mental Health Practice has been specifically designed for mental health professionals by mental health professionals at UNSW and in collaboration with mental health staff working across all areas of contemporary mental health assessment and treatment.
Flexible learning
UNSW's flexible online delivery allows busy professionals to study mental health online alongside work and other life commitments. The accessibility of the online learning platform and interactive elements within the program content ensure that the online experience is of the highest quality.
Top-tier research
Engage with leading researchers and gain insights from collaborations with prestigious institutes like the Black Dog Institute and Neuroscience Research Australia, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the field.
Global recognition
With UNSW's prestigious reputation and high rankings in global university rankings, graduates receive credentials recognised and respected worldwide, opening doors to diverse career opportunities.