Supporting a Person’s Mental Health and Addiction Wellbeing (Level 4)
Social Services
A course by
Careerforce
A Level 4 short programme for support workers to gain additional skills in supporting people with mental health and addiction needs, supplementing existing health and wellbeing qualifications.
NZ$820
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand the mental health and addictions sectors
Gain an understanding of the history of the mental health and addictions sectors and how it informs current support practices.
Culturally appropriate support
Carry out the responsibilities of a mental health and/or addiction support worker in a culturally appropriate way and contribute effectively within a team.
About This Course
This short programme is designed for support workers already holding a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community) (Level 4) who need supplementary skills and knowledge in mental health and addiction support. The programme covers sector history, culturally appropriate support, practical support tools, and different treatment approaches. On completion, unit standards are added to your NZQA Record of Achievement (ROA), but this programme is not a standalone qualification.
Course Content
- History and current influences of the mental health and addiction sectors
- Tasks and responsibilities of support workers
- Culturally appropriate support and working in teams
- Models of treatment for mental health and addiction
- Identifying and applying appropriate treatment approaches and ongoing support
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community) (Level 4) with strands in Community Facilitation, Community Health Work, Mental Health and Addiction, or Social Services
Build towards these roles
Enhanced capability and responsibilities as a support worker in mental health and addiction settingsApplicable for staff working across sectors encountering clients with mental distress or addictions
Build skills in these industries
Health and WellbeingSocial ServicesMental Health SupportAddiction Support
