HEMTL6003 Mental Health Systems
This unit introduces students to the theories, legislation, policies and standards that provide the foundation for mental health practice within the context of Australia. Students will examine and develop an understanding of recovery-oriented care which is the contemporary approach to model of treatment and care in mental health. Students will be provided with an opportunity to develop their theoretical understanding of the factors that govern the scope of practice for mental health clinicians. Students will also examine and understand the key role of a mental health nurse in the multidisciplinary team, in providing high quality and safe care for individuals with mental illness.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $1,164
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $1,164
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
