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In Tasmania, Australia, and around the globe there is a strong demand for skilled and qualified counsellors across a wide range of occupations relating to social support, disability services, and mental health. The Diploma in Counselling will introduce you to a range of topics including mental health, the impact of chronic health conditions on quality of life, mental health first aid, and applied counselling skills. Your studies will focus on adopting healthy thoughts and behaviours as part of a self-care approach, introducing you to a range of skills to manage stress and enhancing well-being of yourself and others through lifestyle, mindfulness and positive psychology. Through applied learning activities and face-to face-classes, you will explore foundational concepts of research methods, research design and research ethics that will help you interpret and critically evaluate health research. You will graduate with practical skills that are transferable to many of today’s workplaces. You’ll also develop a solid foundation for further study in counselling and psychology.

Gain an introduction to a range of topics including mental health, the impact of chronic health conditions on quality of life, mental health first aid, and applied counselling skills.

Diploma of Counselling

In this program, you&#39;ll develop the knowledge and understanding of how to work effectively with people with a mental illness, their carers and family members. You will access highly relevant courses based on the latest evidence-based research and collaboration with consumers, carers and mental health professionals.You&#39;ll be connected during study with fellow students from different professional backgrounds who bring a range of valued perspectives. Our recovery-based courses are designed for workers in various settings where mental health knowledge is essential. These include nursing, occupational therapy, psychology and social work, in roles as community support workers, peer support workers, consumer and carer consultants, rehabilitation workers, disability workers, housing officers, police liaison officers and people working in other mental health support roles.

Get set for a career in mental health support. Designed for work in community settings, such as nursing, rehabilitation, police liaison, housing, or disability support. Delve into evidence-based research, and collaborate with carers.

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice

This degree is delivered in collaboration with Queensland Health&#39;s Forensic Mental Health Service to provide students with a broad knowledge base of forensic mental health.  The target audience for this program are those with little professional knowledge of forensic mental health.  Students will leave the program with a broad understanding of research-based knowledge in forensic mental health and how it is applied in practice.

Gain a broad knowledge of forensic mental health and its overlap with the criminal justice system and mental health services. For psychologists, social workers, nurses and psychiatrists to be able to practice at an advanced level.

Graduate Certificate in Forensic Mental Health

The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health has been devised and developed following extensive consultation with the professions to address a shortage of practitioners in acute mental health areas. The interdisciplinary program was designed both to upskill the existing workforce and to attract and train appropriate registered nurses and allied health staff for existing and newly created positions in this expanding area of practice. This program encompasses the skills required for triage, assessment, intervention, liaison and emergency care through a blended learning approach structured to provide students with the practical knowledge, theory and ethics essential for the challenging acute-response environment.

Designed to meet the needs of mental health nurses, this course is a rigorous introduction to psychiatric theories and contemporary treatment. Study contemporary mental health, then graduate and grow your career, or continue your psychiatry studies.

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health

Tap into our knowledge. Our heritage with the Jansen Newman Institute ensures you’re learning from more than 40 years of counselling experience.This Bachelor of Community Services equips you with theory and practical skills necessary for a career in community and public sectors. You&#39;ll cover counselling, social justice, advocacy and welfare, and gain practical experience working with individuals and communities. This course is currently seeking accreditation by the industry peak body.This course focuses on practical training while providing a solid grounding in the relevant communication, counselling and policy theory. You&#39;ll be able to choose from our extensive range of elective subjects to focus your study on what you&#39;re passionate about. This degree includes fieldwork placements, ensuring that you graduate with valuable experience and industry contacts.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.Course duration: 3 years full time, part-time options available

Develop tools for a career dedicated to social justice, welfare, and advocacy. You’ll work on communication, counselling, and policy theory. Build your experience and contacts through work placements. Electives include mediation and child protection.

Bachelor of Community Services

This is a shell program used for the administration of four-year Double Degree programs. Students will enrol in the shell program and complete the requirements of both constituent programs. program content, rules and entry requirements are those for the constituent programs. Constituent programs include all those with 300 credit points, of which at least 100 credit points are electives. Bachelor of Psychological SciencePsychology, the study of human behaviour, impacts every environment in which humans live, work, cooperate and communicate. Whether it’s in the classroom or the courtroom, the family home or the extremes of Antarctica, in Tasmanian communities or international relations, psychology plays a role. If you want to develop knowledge and skills that will enrich your personal and professional life, or your goal is to become a research scientist, counsellor or registered psychologist, the Bachelor of Psychological Science provides the perfect foundation. When you study the science of psychology you will learn about the biological and psychological principles of human behaviour, and will develop the transferable skills of critical thinking, communication and problem solving that are vital everywhere people interact. These include:<ul><li>Counselling</li><li>Criminal justice</li><li>Neuroscience</li><li>Health services support e.g. drug and alcohol, cancer, disability, rehabilitation</li><li>Aged, family and child services</li><li>Probation and parole services</li><li>Policy and planning</li><li>Business</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Education</li><li>Public affairs</li><li>Human resources, and numerous other areas</li></ul> Bachelor of BusinessGet a real-world advantage with our Bachelor of Business. As the only university in the state, we’ve formed close connections with local industry. In our Bachelor of Business you will:<ul><li>Get a hands-on experience with corporate internships (<a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information" target="_blank">https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information</a>), guest lectures from local business leaders, and current case studies from businesses in Tasmania and around the world.</li><li>Learn from the best with industry experts and teaching staff recognised as international leaders in their field.</li><li>Gain a qualification recognised by all the major professional bodies in business and economics.</li></ul>In our Bachelor of Business you can follow your passion, with the opportunity to build a degree from your choice of majors. You’ll also be able to cross-skill by undertaking electives or a second major from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics or another area of the University.

Interested in business but can't help thinking about psychology? Graduates of business who have studied psychology have a unique edge in understanding employees and consumers alike - launching fulfilling careers dealing with both people and brands.

Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Psychological Science

This degree is delivered in collaboration with Queensland Health&#39;s Forensic Mental Health Service to provide postgraduate professional training for current or future forensic mental health practitioners, including nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists. It also provides an extension to undergraduate degrees in nursing, applied science, criminology and criminal justice, and applied psychology. The degree provides advanced training to enhance and develop specialist skills and knowledge to work more effectively with the forensic mental health population. You will gain a thorough understanding of research-based knowledge in forensic mental health and how it is applied in practice.

Become a highly valued forensic mental health specialist able to practise at an advanced level. Study assessment, legislation and policies, research and evaluation. Examine interventions with offenders, justice and crime, law and behaviour.

Master of Forensic Mental Health

This is a shell program used for the administration of four-year Double Degree programs. Students will enrol in the shell program and complete the requirements of both constituent programs. program content, rules and entry requirements are those for the constituent programs. Constituent programs include all those with 300 credit points, of which at least 100 credit points are electives. Bachelor of Psychological SciencePsychology, the study of human behaviour, impacts every environment in which humans live, work, cooperate and communicate. Whether it’s in the classroom or the courtroom, the family home or the extremes of Antarctica, in Tasmanian communities or international relations, psychology plays a role. If you want to develop knowledge and skills that will enrich your personal and professional life, or your goal is to become a research scientist, counsellor or registered psychologist, the Bachelor of Psychological Science provides the perfect foundation. When you study the science of psychology you will learn about the biological and psychological principles of human behaviour, and will develop the transferable skills of critical thinking, communication and problem solving that are vital everywhere people interact. These include:<ul><li>Counselling</li><li>Criminal justice</li><li>Neuroscience</li><li>Health services support e.g. drug and alcohol, cancer, disability, rehabilitation</li><li>Aged, family and child services</li><li>Probation and parole services</li><li>Policy and planning</li><li>Business</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Education</li><li>Public affairs</li><li>Human resources, and numerous other areas</li></ul> Bachelor of Justice StudiesThe world needs passionate change leaders, now more than ever. Whether you choose to protect natural resources, protect the world’s most vulnerable, lead emergency response teams or participate in foreign aid, becoming a ‘justice practitioner’ starts with a Bachelor of Justice Studies.Learn about justice issues affecting the places where you live, work, play and study and how they connect to wider regional, national and international concerns. You will be exposed to interdisciplinary expertise and world leading experts in a unique program that will provide you with the skills and knowledge to improve justice policy and practice. Prepare yourself to address perceived injustice issues that cross a range of societal, criminal, indigenous and environmental areas.Discover the nature of justice, harm and morality, and consider the efficacy of formal (laws, regulation, policing) and informal (organised protest, community, non-profit and volunteer organisations, online platforms) channels for achieving justice. Turn your passion into action with research-led learning experiences across different justice scenarios. Learn to interrogate a range of complex justice issues including domestic and international crime, environmental threats such as climate change, domestic violence, international terror, humanitarian crises, and species extinction. Throughout the degree you will be asked to consider ethical issues related to the representation of Indigenous communities, histories and events. You will explore issues important to Indigenous people and produce analytical and fair work that pursues social justice for all Indigenous experiences, both in terms of how these experiences are represented in and by criminal and social justice.In an environment where government and non-government organisations are now partnering together to overcome justice problems, as a graduate you will be prepared for a diverse choice of career options. Gain experience and network through work-integrated learning opportunities and exchange programs across more than 100 locations globally. Develop your skills to work in and across national government agencies, international government and non-government organisations, and the non-profit volunteer and community sector.Imagine working for an international organisation like the United Nations, Amnesty International, Australian Human Rights Commission, and Australian Red Cross, within the Police, Department of Justice or Correctional Services. Develop your research, analytical and communication skills through presentations, essays and report writing. You will be able to assess justice scenarios such as IRAQ reports and community resilience audits and reflect on the learnings of work-placed activities with offenders and in the juvenile justice settings.Available fully online across Australia, and on-campus from Hobart. Our degree works with you, your family, your career, and your lifestyle.

Understand the justice system, while honing in on the inner workings of the psyche. Combine your passions in both fields for a future in criminal minds. 

Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Justice Studies

Engaging with the creative arts can bring joy, restore self-confidence, and improve the quality of life for everyone. An ageing population and rising levels of depression and anxiety in youth, the elderly, and people living in rural areas are significant challenges for Tasmania, Australia and internationally. Research is demonstrating ways in which music, visual arts, theatre and other creative arts can contribute to addressing these challenges. The Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Arts and Health will develop your understanding of the effects of the arts on the brain and body in social and cultural contexts. This program will introduce you to ethical and effective implementation of arts programmes in both community and healthcare settings. If you are studying to learn about self-care and explore your own creativity, we offer a range of creative arts and health subjects for you to choose from. You&#39;ll also have the option to study a subject on self-care, mindfulness, and stress management. After completing this program, you will have a greater understanding of how different creative expressions can influence your own health and the wellbeing of others. Please visit our Certificates page (https://www.utas.edu.au/study/certificates#faqs) for answers to frequently asked questions about the Job Ready Certificates.

Discover how creative outlets such as music, theatre and dance can improve individual and community wellbeing. Learn how to deliver patient-centred arts programs. Graduate with job-ready skills that apply to numerous health and community settings.

Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Arts and Health

Our Master of Mental Health Nursing is developed against the latest mental health industry standards as set by the Australian College of Mental Health Nursing (ACMHN).You can use your qualification upon completion as part of the pathway to becoming a credentialed mental health nurse. When you study your mental health nursing course online, you will be learning from highly-skilled, clinically active mental health academics. Our degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to forge a successful career as a mental health nurse, ensuring you are prepared to respond to the challenges and opportunities of the healthcare industry. Studying your mental health nursing degree online will give you advanced knowledge to help people with a lived experience of mental illness. With one in six Australians currently experiencing depression or anxiety or both, and support-seeking rapidly growing, there is a great need for highly qualified mental health professionals.

A first of its kind. Specialise your nursing career to help those suffering from mental illness. Developed for registered nurses according to the latest mental health industry standards, this is a chance to learn from leading mental health academics.

Master of Mental Health Nursing

Introduction to Mental Health

Music, Mind and Body

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Mental Health and Wellbeing in Older Adults

Mental Health, Dementia and Challenging Behaviours

Social and Community Psychology

Mind, "Madness" and Society: An Introduction to the Sociology of Mental Illness

Health and Psychological Wellbeing

Stress, Self-Care and Mindfulness

Mental Health and Individual Differences

This subject provides an overview of the various areas within the criminal justice system in which frontline workers come across people with mental disorders. It examines the way in which the criminal justice system (including police, court, and correctional staff) deals with individuals with mental disorders. In particular, the subject focuses on the identification and treatment of individuals with mental disorders; relevant processes and decision-making in different elements of the criminal justice system; examining contemporary approaches to definitions, diagnostic tools, notions of criminal responsibility and fitness to stand trial; and the use of psychological knowledge, theory, and research to guide reflective practice and build personal, professional resilience.

Investigate how police, courts, and corrections interact with people with mental disorders. You’ll use psychological theory to explore mental health issues that youth, Indigenous people, and women face in the system. Learn the symptoms. Build resilience.

Mental Health, Psychology and the Criminal Justice System

Learn about different perspectives about mental health and illness. Explore western cultural influences that have informed and shaped medical, psychological and religious perspectives.Deepen your knowledge of the stigmas in society, as well as the services, treatment and health care encounters for people with mental health issues. Develop your understanding of how to support people with mental health conditions and why social justice and promoting recovery are central to effective mental health care. As part of your assessments, you will learn to how to analyse key documents and respond to a person having a mental health crisis. Gain the skills in developing a clinical presentation, learn about the legal framework and implications under the Mental Health Act and identify the services that could be used to support the consumer, their carers and family members.UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Community Health degree.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Begin your journey towards understanding mental health. Think about Western influences at play. Learn about stigmas, services, treatment and health care. Learn why social justice is important for people affected by mental health conditions. 

Learn about the mental health challenges older people can experience and develop a deep understanding of how dementia affects a person’s behaviour. Understanding the cause of behavioural changes will enable you to choose appropriate strategies to support the person and their quality of life. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid understanding of dementia, mental health, and behaviour change. You’ll study behaviour activation including goal setting and developing action plans to reinforce the practice of healthy activities. You’ll also learn ways to manage family and clients. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a course from UniSA Online’s Aged Care programs. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Learn how to support older adults who are suffering a decline in their cognitive function. Explore the different stages of dementia, so that you can recognise symptoms. Discover strategies for tackling changes in behaviour. 

Human behaviour is not universal. Why do individuals behave the way they do? Lecture content will introduce and explore theoretical descriptions of individual differences such as personality and intelligence that can impact behaviour in a variety of contexts, as well as some of the factors which can influence psychological well-being, such as stress and coping. This subject also introduces the study of psychological pathology (psychopathology), including a critical consideration of psychological disorders and evidence-based interventions. Tutorials will build on lecture content, support reflective practice, and will facilitate the development of basic communication skills including counselling and professional communication.

People think, feel, and behave in different ways during times of stress and difficulty. In this psychology course, you’ll study a variety of abnormal metal states that can affect individuals. Learn about psychopathology and explore treatments. 

In this online subject you will learn about a range of contemporary approaches to managing stress and enhancing wellbeing which can be applied by individuals. As a foundation, you will learn about stress, coping, well-being and happiness, considering different models used in psychology to explain these concepts. Then you will explore the theory, evidence base, and practice of a range of approaches used to manage stress and enhance wellbeing within a self-care context. These approaches are grouped into three themes:1. lifestyle (healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, leisure and relaxation, social connections, nature, and digital health)2. mindfulness (everyday mindfulness, formal mindfulness and meditation, compassion and self-compassion) and3. positive psychology (gratitude, acts of kindness, character strengths, meaning, flow and creativity).Throughout the subject, there is a focus on learning to adopt healthy thoughts and behaviours as part of a self-care approach, and developing skills in applying the scientist-practitioner model to reflect on claims regarding approaches to managing stress and enhancing well-being. In each weekly online module, content is presented via text, mini-lectures, images, videos, and audio recordings, along with interactive online learning activities. Readings focus on research articles and reports which provide an evidence base for the approaches discussed in the subject. There are multiple opportunities to interact with your teacher and peers throughout the semester, in both synchronous and asynchronous modes. In practical activities and assessments, you will discuss, apply, and reflect on the techniques discussed in the subject content.

Learn how lifestyle, mindfulness, and positive psychology can enhance wellbeing. You’ll explore psychological theories behind stress and happiness. Help people to cope with life’s challenges. Promote and practice self-care.

This subject will examine key concepts around mental health and wellbeing of older adults. You will examine how different mental health conditions and adjustment concerns impact older adults. The subject will explore attitudes and stereotypes around mental health and wellbeing and reflect on how this shapes our understanding of older age. You will also learn about evidence based interventions, strategies, and support services used to assist older adults to optimise their mental health and wellbeing.

Help older people stay mentally strong and healthy. You’ll explore support strategies and services in Australia to care for older adults’ mental health and wellbeing. Think about your perception of older age, considering common stereotypes and attitudes.

Ever wonder why that tune gets stuck in your head, or when you listen to your favourite song your foot starts tapping, or why its easier to remember the words of a song when you sing the tune? How do you choose the best music for a restaurant or in a dentists surgery? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Music, Mind and Body. This subject explores the influence and impact of music and music-making on the human mind and body. You will develop an understanding of the way in which the brain perceives and processes music and learn about the development of musical taste, the effects of music on mood, creativity and improvisation, and the benefits of music listening and participation at all life stages. You will also learn about issues pertinent to health and wellbeing of amateur and professional musicians, including injury prevention. You will gain an understanding of research methods used to study music psychology, and critical thinking skills in evaluating research design. Music, Mind and Body will be valuable for all students interested in the use of music to enhance wellbeing. It will be of direct relevance for performing musicians, with strategies to broaden applications of music for a portfolio career or to help sustain a performing career. The subject will also be of interest to students from creative arts, humanities and social and health sciences pathways who are interested in incorporating music in their area of work, e.g. in rehabilitation, or in aged care, or in applied psychological and health science research.

Explore music psychology, connecting music with health and wellbeing. You’ll delve into the impact of music across all life stages. From music therapy to music performance, you’ll gain transferable skills that unlock careers and opportunities.

The apparent rise in mental illness is a significant contemporary problem. In Australia, public attention has focused on the epidemic of anxiety and depressive disorders; high rates of suicide among males in rural areas; the mental health of Indigenous people, refugees, and youth; and the effects of illicit drug-use, especially ice. Can we claim that people are more distressed today, than in times past? If so, is this linked to particular changes in our social and material conditions, or is it a consequence of how we define and respond to mental illness and emotional suffering? This subject provides an introduction to sociological perspectives on mental illness. Topics include social responses to mental illness (asylum building, deinstitutionalisation and community care); the growth of psychiatry and other mental health professions; structural inequalities in mental health related to class, gender, ethnicity; the micro-politics of service provision; the rise of therapy culture; and subjective experiences of mental illness.

The subject will: 1) Examine current contemporary trends and practice in delivering psychiatric care with emphasis on acute crisis and psychiatric emergencies. 2) Address treatment/care options within community settings and the integration and partnership with Non Government Organisations, General Practitioners, Police and other emergency services. 3) Enable the ethical decisions determining hospital and community based treatment options. 4) Reference the National Mental Health Standards and current West Australian Mental Health Division strategies and objectives.

Contemporary Mental Health Practice

In this online subject you will learn about a range of contemporary approaches to managing stress and enhancing wellbeing which can be applied by individuals. As a foundation, you will learn about stress, coping, well-being and happiness, considering different models used in psychology to explain these concepts. Then you will explore the theory, evidence base, and practice of a range of approaches used to manage stress and enhance wellbeing within a self-care context. These approaches are grouped into three themes:1. Lifestyle (healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, leisure and relaxation, social connections, nature, and digital health)2. Mindfulness (everyday/informal mindfulness, formal mindfulness and meditation, compassion and self-compassion) and3. Positive psychology (gratitude, acts of kindness, character strengths, meaning, flow and creativity).Throughout the subject, there is a focus on learning to adopt healthy thoughts and behaviours as part of a self-care approach, and developing skills in applying the scientist-practitioner model to reflect on claims regarding approaches to managing stress and enhancing well-being. In each weekly online module, content is presented via text, mini-lectures, images, videos, and audio recordings, along with interactive online learning activities. Readings focus on research articles and reports which provide an evidence base for the approaches discussed in the subject. There are multiple opportunities to interact with your teacher and peers throughout the semester, in both synchronous and asynchronous modes. In practical activities and assessments, you will discuss, apply, and reflect on the techniques discussed in the unit content.

Explore current approaches to managing stress and enhancing wellbeing. You’ll investigate the impacts of lifestyle choices, mindfulness, and positive psychology. Touch on psychological theory. Foster healthy behaviours, thoughts, and actions.

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