Why study mental health with SCU?
Relevant to your role
Gain immediately implementable skills
Current and comprehensive
Strengthen evidence-based practice
Develop specialist skills
Specialise in mental health to provide holistic care
Passionate academics
Learn from clinically experienced mental health academics
Ongoing student support
Dedicated, one-on-one support through to graduation
Flexible online learning
The learning platform is intuitive and easy to use
How does online study work with SCU?
- With no exams, you’ll learn through quizzes, videos, interactive presentations and more.
- Connect with academics and students through online chat platforms and discussion boards.
- Access support throughout the course, including feedback from a learning coach and a dedicated student success advisor from enrolment through to graduation.
- Live classes are optional but encouraged for networking, while the course is self-paced.
- To make the most of your learning experience, we recommend dedicating around 20 hours per week to your studies.
A typical study period at SCU Online
Early exit option
We know that plans change, which is why we’ve built flexible completion options into the online Master of Mental Health. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Diploma of Mental Health.
Graduate Certificate
4 Units, or continue studying
Graduate Diploma
8 Units, or continue studying
Masters Degree
+ 4 Units
Our mental health courses
At SCU Online, we offer 100% online postgraduate courses in mental health, ideal for busy allied healthcare professionals, especially those working shifts. Follow your ambition and learn more about our postgraduate study options below.
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health
Start on the pathway to becoming a well-rounded mental health care provider. As you work your way through four units, you will extend and enhance your skillset relevant to the core and contemporary contexts of mental health within the Australian healthcare system.
Graduate Diploma of Mental Health
Start your journey towards a Masters with a Graduate Diploma of Mental Health.
You will study eight units that develop your skills in contemporary mental health delivery, with studies ranging from acute mental health to how best to support behaviour change in mental health.
Master of Mental Health
Prepare for emerging opportunities in healthcare
Set yourself apart with a postgraduate qualification in mental health. Learning outcomes include gaining the skills to be a well-rounded mental health professional, with the ability to work in a range of health settings and disciplines. You will develop a strong evidence-based practice, and your newfound knowledge can be applied immediately in your role.
